(Senior) Account Manager (m/f/d)

Emerson; Reading; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Emerson in Reading, UK, seeks an Account Manager (AM) for its Test & Measurement business. You will own customer relationships across multiple business units, driving growth and shaping strategic plans with cross-functional teams.

You will collaborate with engineering, marketing, distribution and partnerships, and travel 3+ days per week as needed. A bachelor's in relevant field and B2B sales experience preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical, Mechanical, Computer Engineering, or Computer Science.
• Experience in B2B high-tech sales or test engineering using NI/Emerson T&M products.
• Residence in Reading, UK.
• Strong English proficiency and willingness to travel 3+ days per week.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute account strategies and plans that drive growth.
• Manage senior-level relationships and align Emerson T&M with customer objectives.
• Collaborate with engineering, marketing, and partners to advance go-to-market plans.

Skills

Customer relationships

Networking

Active listening

Objection handling

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical/Mechanical/Computer Engineering/CS

Tools

NI/Emerson T&M products

Job description

Job Description
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Job Description
As an Account Manager (AM) within Emerson's Test & Measurement (T&M) Business Unit (formerly NI), you will join a high-performance sales organization that represents a trusted, industry-leading brand known for innovative products, robust platform solutions, and exceptional technical depth.
This role focuses on customer ownership supporting customers across multiple business units like Transportation, Aero Space and Defence, Semiconductor and Portfolio. You will drive growth, shape customer relationships, and work across a cross-functional team to execute account plans that expand Emerson’s footprint in key customers.
You will collaborate closely with engineering, marketing, distribution and integration partners, and business unit leaders and act as a key contributor to Emerson T&M’s go-to-market strategy. Your leadership, strategic mindset, high execution drive and relationship-building skills will influence not only customer outcomes but also internal alignment across EMEA.
This role is an excellent opportunity to accelerate your professional development, expand your leadership reach, and directly impact the growth trajectory of Emerson T&M.
In This Role, Your Responsibilities Will Be:
Drive Customer Growth & Strategic Execution

• Develop and execute creative, high-impact account strategies and plans that consistently generate strong (double-digit) growth.
• Identify and articulate Emerson T&M’s differentiated value to influence technical and business decision‑makers at multiple levels.
• Lead customer engagements through platform discussions, strategic consulting, and technical conversations on innovative test technologies.

Own Customer Relationships

• Build, deepen, and maintain trusted senior-level relationships across accounts.
• Align executives between Emerson T&M and customer organizations, ensuring open communication and long-term strategic alignment.
• Orchestrate internal and external stakeholders to deliver cohesive, value-driven outcomes.

Lead Account Team Collaboration

• Drive a coordinated, company-wide strategy through collaboration with:
• Engineering & Technical Consultants
• Business Development Managers
• Marketing teams
• Partners and Channel Ecosystem
• Coach and influence cross-functional teams, celebrating shared wins and developing team capabilities.

Partner & Ecosystem Engagement

• Work proactively with Emerson’s Portfolio Business Unit to expand broad‑based opportunities
• Engage partners to drive additional value, enable scaling, and ensure sustained customer success.

Who You Are:

• You establish and maintain effective customer relationships.
• You build strong formal and informal networks.
• You attentively listen to others.
• You persist in accomplishing objectives despite obstacles and setbacks.

For This Role, You Will Need:

• Bachelor’s degree preferred in Electrical, Mechanical, Computer Engineering, or Computer Science.
• Experience in B2B high-tech sales or test engineering using NI/Emerson T&M products.
• Residence in Sweden Gothenburg, Denmark Copenhagen, Norway Oslo or Reading UK
• Native or near‑native local language skills.
• Strong English proficiency for internal and global collaboration.
• High willingness to travel (3+ days per week).

Preferred Qualifications That Set You Apart:

• Experience growing large accounts—especially in Transportation, Aero space-defence sectors or industrial portfolio customers.
• Demonstrated track record of year‑over‑year revenue growth in complex solution sales.
• Experience leading or influencing cross-functional account teams (sales, engineering, operations, marketing).

Our Culture & Commitment to You:
At Emerson, we prioritize a workplace where every employee is valued, respected, and empowered to grow. We foster an environment that encourages innovation, collaboration, and diverse perspectives—because we know that great ideas come from great teams. Our commitment to ongoing career development and growing an inclusive culture ensures you have the support to thrive. Whether through mentorship, training, or leadership opportunities, we invest in your success so you can make a lasting impact. We believe diverse teams working together are key to driving growth and delivering business results.
We take this responsibility seriously and strive to make a positive impact through every endeavor.
At Emerson, you’ll see firsthand that our people are at the center of everything we do. So, let’s go. Let’s think differently. Learn, collaborate, and grow. Seek opportunity. Push boundaries. Be empowered to make things better. Speed up to break through. Let’s go, together.

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About Emerson
Emerson is a global leader in automation technology and software. Through our deep domain expertise and legacy of flawless execution, Emerson helps customers in critical industries like life sciences, energy, power and renewables, chemical and advanced factory automation operate more sustainably while improving productivity, energy security and reliability.
With global operations and a comprehensive portfolio of software and technology, we are helping companies implement digital transformation to measurably improve their operations, conserve valuable resources and enhance their safety.
We offer equitable opportunities, celebrate diversity, and embrace challenges with confidence that, together, we can make an impact across a broad spectrum of countries and industries. Whether you’re an established professional looking for a career change, an undergraduate student exploring possibilities, or a recent graduate with an advanced degree, you’ll find your chance to make a difference with Emerson. Join our team – let’s go!
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