Sales Account Manager (Construction Industry)

VANRATH; Antrim; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency is seeking a Sales Account Manager in Northern Ireland to identify business opportunities, build client relationships, and drive revenue. This permanent full-time role offers remote work on Fridays, a competitive salary, and strong career advancement potential. Ideal candidates will have experience in business development or sales, with strong communication and negotiation skills.

Benefits

Work From Home

Fantastic Benefits Package

Qualifications

• Self-motivated, goal-oriented, and eager to contribute to company growth.
• Previous experience in business development or sales is advantageous.
• Willingness to travel as needed for client meetings.

Responsibilities

• Identify potential clients and new business opportunities.
• Develop tailored strategies to attract and engage prospective customers.
• Maintain long-term relationships with clients.

Skills

Sales

Business Development

Client Management

Negotiation

Interpersonal Communication

Education

Degree in business or engineering

Job description

VANRATH is pleased to be working with a well-established and expanding company in NI and Ireland to recruit a Sales Account Manager. This role presents an exciting chance to join an ambitious organisation that values innovation, employee growth, and long-term career progression.

Position Details

• Permanent, full-time role (Monday to Friday, with remote work available on Fridays)

• Location: Glengormley - Newtownabbey

• Competitive salary (negotiable based on experience) with bonus incentives

• Strong career advancement prospects and an extensive benefits package

Role Overview

We are seeking a highly motivated and target-driven Sales Account Manager / Junior Business Growth Specialist to play a crucial role in expanding the company's presence within the construction and infrastructure sectors. This role will focus on identifying business opportunities, developing client relationships, and driving revenue through effective sales strategies.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct industry research to identify potential clients and new business opportunities.

• Develop tailored strategies to attract and engage prospective customers.

• Cultivate and maintain long-term relationships with clients, ensuring consistent communication and support.

• Work closely with internal teams to align service offerings with customer needs.

• Create and deliver compelling sales presentations and proposals.

• Monitor market trends, competitor activities, and emerging developments to inform business growth strategies.

• Consistently achieve and exceed sales targets through proactive business development efforts.

• Draft and submit proposals, quotes, and contracts with assistance from the marketing team.

• Represent the company at industry events, networking functions, and professional conferences to enhance market visibility.

Candidate Profile

• A degree in business, engineering, or a relevant field is desirable but not essential.

• Previous experience in business development, sales, or client management is advantageous.

• Strong interpersonal, communication, and negotiation skills.

• Self-motivated, goal-oriented, and eager to contribute to company growth.

• Willingness to travel as needed for client meetings and industry events.

For further information on this vacancy please apply via the link below or contact Jack Groves for a confidential discussion via VANRATH.

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Skills

• Sales

• Executive

• BDE

• Business Development

• Account Manager

• Specialist

Benefits

• Work From Home

• Fantastic Benefits Package