Service Account Manager – Parcel (UK)

Vanderlande Industries B.V.; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading logistics solutions provider in the UK is seeking a Service Account Manager for their Parcel division. The role involves developing customer relationships, managing service contracts, and driving service solutions. Ideal candidates will have a background in service sales, strong problem-solving skills, and the ability to work collaboratively across teams. This full-time position is based in Birmingham and offers competitive benefits including medical cover and annual leave.

Benefits

28 days annual leave

Bupa Medical Cover

Pension with Aviva

Wellbeing membership

Qualifications

• Proven years of experience in service sales/aftersales.
• Strong problem-solving abilities and proactive mindset.
• Preferred knowledge of the UK Parcel market.

Responsibilities

• Develop and grow the UK Parcel service pipeline.
• Define life cycle strategies and manage service contract renewals.
• Collaborate with the UK Parcel Service Manager on contract negotiations.

Skills

Service sales experience

Team collaboration

Customer relationship management

Problem-solving skills

Communication skills

Education

Degree in Business Administration, Engineering, or Logistics

Job description

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Service Account Manager – Parcel (UK)

Apply locations Birmingham London UK Remote time type Full time posted on Posted Yesterday time left to apply End Date: October 31, 2025 (30+ days left to apply) job requisition id JR33586

Job Title

Service Account Manager – Parcel (UK)

Job Description

Do you have a passion for Account Management and building strong customer relationships across the UK? Join us as our new Service Account Manager – Parcel!

Role description:

As a Service Account Manager for our Parcel customers , you will be responsible for securing new business from existing and new customers, while building long-term relationships and supporting them with service, support, upgrades, and life cycle planning. You’ll manage obsolescence challenges through retrofit and modification work, ensure service delivery meets expectations, and evolve contracts to match customer needs. Additionally, you’ll collaborate with the Sales Manager to develop innovative service solutions for new projects, with a clear path toward Sales Management.

In short, if you are a self-motivated, proactive individual who enjoys the challenges and rewards of the Service business, then this is a job for you.

Your responsibilities and activities will be:

• Represent the customer internally with a strong customer-first mindset

• Develop and grow the UK Parcel service pipeline across existing and new sites

• Define life cycle strategies and manage large service contract renewals

• Drive upgrades and enhancements for existing installations

• Design service concepts for new sites (site-based or remote support)

• Identify and share sales leads from customer interactions

• Lead upgrade and enhancement opportunities and own the full service sales cycle

• Collaborate with the UK Parcel Service Manager on contract negotiations

• Manage bid processes and align with customer expectations

• Maintain proactive customer relationships through meetings and site visits

• Lead and motivate cross-functional teams to ensure successful outcomes

• Continuously seek improvement opportunities for internal teams and customers

Role Qualification and Skills

• Degree in Business Administration, Engineering, Logistics, or a comparable qualification

• Proven Years of experience in service sales/aftersales, ideally in logistics or technical services

• Strong team player with the ability to build excellent rapport with customers

• Excellent social, communication, and stakeholder management skills

• Driven to win, results-oriented, and hands-on in approach

• Strong problem-solving abilities and proactive mindset

• Previous experience in Service Account Management is a plus

• Preferred knowledge of the UK Parcel market and customer operations

What we offer

• 28 days annual leave (excluding public holidays)

• Bupa Medical Cover

• YuLife – Wellbeing membership with fast access to GP appointments, promotion of health and wellbeing along with daily quests to gain Yucoins that can be swapped for shopping vouchers

• A challenging work environment with lots of opportunities for career progression

• Cycle to work scheme

• Pension with Aviva

• Access to Achievers an award-winning recognition platform that inspires to recognise your coworkers Points are awarded that can be exchanged for a range of goods and discounts

Your application

If the role of Service Account Manager - Parcel appeals to you, then please apply now by completing the application form and uploading your CV and covering letter.For more information about the position, you can contact Harps Sokhi: [phone]

Diversity & Inclusion

Vanderlande is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. Qualified applicants will be considered without regards to race, religion, colour, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status or disability status. If you feel there is a barrier that potentially prevents you from applying, we are always happy to discuss or explore, any reasonable adjustments can be made to support your application.