Key Account Manager

We are pleased to be working with the UK's leading supplier into the Holiday sector, who due to continued growth are looking to expand their team.THE ROLE: Reporting to the Directors and working as part of a cross functional and dedicated team your responsibilities will be varied and include:Develop and maintain strong relationships with a range of key accounts, serving as the primary point of contact for clients. This will include attending regular review meetings and full account administration.Monitoring of sales performances and produce/analyse and a broad range of reports and data.Identify further opportunities to grow business with existing customers.Identify and target new customers.Involvement in the customer tender process.Conduct market research and collect customer feedback.Involvement in the organising and attend trade shows and exhibitions.Involvement with new product development including supplier relations.Involvement in a variety of company projectsMonitoring of competitor activities.THE CANDIDATE: A minimum of 3 years' experience in a similar role is essential.Previous experience in similar role within a UK caravan manufacturer or UK Holiday Park would be advantageous.Be able to provide exceptional levels of customer service at all timesHave a professional manner, excellent communication skills and the ability to relate to people at all levels.The successful candidate will be organised with strong analytical skills and a particular attention to detail.Be self-motivated and can demonstrate a good level of commercial awareness.Can build and nurture professional relationships with customers and colleagues. Experience in negotiation.Be reliable with a proactive and positive approach, with a "can do" attitude.A proficient user of software applications including Microsoft Office, and willing/able to learn new software packages with ease.Able to identify new routes to market.Must have a driving licence.BENEFITS:Pension scheme.Onsite parking.Support with additional training.24 days annual leave + bank holidays + birthday.Friendly working environment.Progression and personal development availableTHE CONSULTANCY:Edwards & Pearce acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and an employment business for the supply of temporary workers. Edwards & Pearce is an Equal Opportunities Employer.