Field based Key Account Manager

Hewett Recruitment

Posted 17 days ago, valid for 11 days

£35,000 per annum

Full Time

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Sonic Summary

The Field Based Key Account Manager position is for an experienced sales professional to develop a client base in a new market sector targeting DIY retailers, dealers, and distributors.
The role involves managing key account customers, securing direct sales, and representing the brand at trade shows, while building long-term customer relationships.
Candidates should have demonstrable experience in Account Management and knowledge of mass retail or DIY sectors, along with strong relationship-building skills.
The ideal candidate will be self-motivated, possess strong commercial acumen, and be willing to travel within the UK.
The salary for this position ranges from £35,000 to £40,000 depending on experience, with additional on-target earnings (OTE).

Field based Key Account Manager

This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced sales professional to develop a client base within an already highly successful and well established organisation who is looking to sell its products within a new and untouched market sector (DIY retailers, dealers and distributors). Driving new business and accessing the key Procurement contacts within an organisation, the successful candidate will be developing new business and will have a fantastic opportunity to really grow and develop within the role.

Some key duties and responsibilities will include (but not be limited to):

Managing targeted Key account customers
Targeting retail and DIY multiples
Targeting dealers and distributors in the UK
Securing direct sales from new listings
Representing the brand within the market place
Being the face of the business at trade shows and events
Building long term relationships with customers
Regularly reporting on sales, customer and market performance

If you are a self-motivated and driven Account Manager who works in a consultative and relationship building manner, this will be an exciting opportunity for you to join an already successful company who is looking to expand its client base.

Skills and experience required for the Key Account Manager:

Demonstrable experience in Account Management
Experience and / or knowledge with mass retail, DIY and / or Distributors
An exceptional relationship builder
Strong commercial acumen
A strong team player
Excellent diary and journey planning skills
Willingness to travel within the UK
Full driving licence

Ideal location would be within the South West Midlands - our client is based in Herefordshire.

Salary - £35 - £40k (depending on experience) + OTE

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