Sales Account Manager

Search Consultancy; Leeds; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency in Leeds seeks a motivated Sales Account Manager to strengthen client relationships and drive business growth within the construction sector. The ideal candidate has at least 2 years of sales experience, strong account management skills, and a proactive approach to identifying opportunities. This role offers a salary between £30,000 and £35,000, an uncapped commission structure, and a supportive team environment.

Benefits

Uncapped commission structure

Performance-related bonuses

Company benefits package

Career progression opportunities

Collaborative team environment

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years' proven sales experience ideally within construction or a related B2B environment.
• Strong relationship-building skills.
• Excellent communication and negotiation abilities.

Responsibilities

• Manage and develop relationships with existing clients in the construction sector.
• Generate new business through proactive outreach.
• Prepare quotations and sales proposals.

Skills

Sales experience

Account management skills

Communication abilities

Negotiation skills

Job description

Sales Account Manager

Location: Leeds, West Yorkshire
Salary: £30,000 - £35,000 per annum (dependent on experience)
Full-time: 8:30 - 17:00 Monday - Friday

Are you a motivated salesperson with a passion for building strong client relationships and driving business growth? We're looking for a Sales Account Manager to join our team in Leeds and help us continue to grow our presence within the construction sector.

About the Role

As a Sales Account Manager, you'll take ownership of a portfolio of clients within the construction industry, managing relationships from initial enquiry through to ongoing account development. You'll combine your sales skills with excellent customer service to maximise revenue, retain clients, and identify new opportunities for growth.

Key responsibilities include:

• Managing and developing relationships with existing construction sector clients.
• Generating new business through proactive outreach and relationship building.
• Preparing quotations, tenders, and sales proposals to meet client requirements.
• Identifying opportunities to upsell and cross-sell products or services.
• Working closely with internal teams to ensure customer needs are met efficiently.
• Meeting and exceeding individual and team sales targets.
• Providing regular updates, forecasts, and performance reports to management.

About You

We're seeking a confident, results-driven individual who thrives on achieving targets and delivering outstanding customer service.

Requirements

• A minimum of 2 years' proven sales experience, ideally within construction, building materials, or a related B2B environment.
• Strong account management and relationship-building skills.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and presentation abilities.
• Highly organised with strong attention to detail and follow-through.
• Commercially minded, with a proactive approach to identifying and pursuing opportunities.
• A full UK driving licence would be advantageous.

What's on Offer

• Salary from £30,000 - £35,000, depending on experience.
• Uncapped commission structure and performance-related bonuses.
• Company benefits package and opportunities for career progression.
• A supportive and collaborative team environment.
• The chance to work with well-established clients across the UK construction industry.

If you're a passionate salesperson who enjoys building lasting client relationships and wants to make an impact in a growing business, I'd love to hear from you. Please submit your CV and I will contact you if you have relevant experience.

Search is an equal opportunities recruiter and we welcome applications from all suitably skilled or qualified applicants, regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/beliefs, sexual orientation or age.