Sales Account Manager

Sales Account Manager South Woodham Ferrers Office based, working from home is unavailable Full Time

Our client is a consumables company mainly supplying the Hotel Industry that delivers a diverse range of products, from decorating tools and lighting to power tools, plumbing supplies, adhesives, paint, and more. They also provide access to a vast online catalogue of over 30,000 additional products, partnering with renowned trade brands like Duracell, Bell Lighting, Euroshowers, and many others!

As a Sales Account Manager, you will engage with customers, collaborate across teams, work independently or in a group, and confidently drive sales success.

While you won't have direct people management, you will drive price incentives and promotions, supercharging the company's growth. You will collaborate closely with the MD, Operations Manager, and a dynamic Sales Team to expand your client portfolio.

This is your chance to embrace the challenge of managing an existing customer base of around 300 while setting your sights on the exciting goal of opening new accounts.

Are you the right person for the job?

The following criteria are essential for this role

• Minimum 1 year s sales experience
• Proven success in achieving sales targets

• Proven track record of successfully managing customers
• The ability and desire to sell
• Highly self-motivated and ambitious
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Positive, confident and determined approach
• Excellent phone and presentation skills

The following criteria are desirable for this role

• Knowledge of Sage 200
• Telephone based sales environment experience
• Driving licence
• Good knowledge of MS Office

What will your role look like?

• Prospect and qualify new sales leads
• Track all sales activities in the company BMS system
• Develop strong relationships with prospects and customers
• Meet & exceed sales targets
• Keep up to date with the company product range
• Develop a sales calling plan with existing customers
• Communicate customer and prospect issues to the relevant department
• Co-ordinate with team and other departments to maximise sales efforts
• You may be required to represent the company at trade exhibitions, and industry networking events

What can you expect in return?

• Company pension scheme
• Staff discount
• On-site free parking
• Employee assistance scheme

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