Account Manager

Account Manager
Preston
31,000 + Commission + Benefits

Cast UK are currently seeking a talented Account Manager to join the Sales team of an exciting and growing, private equity backed business based in Preston. Reporting into the Head of Sales, you will account manage a number of accounts covering various sectors such as food & beverages, health & beauty, and pet care. This role offers the exciting opportunity to develop your customers and maximise their spend & customer satisfaction. The working week is 4.5 days, Mon - Thurs 8am - 5pm and Friday 8:30am - 12:30pm, with Monday and Friday as WFH days.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage a dedicated list of accounts, working with them to understand their requirements and communicate forecasts
• Develop key account list and the relationship between business and the client
• Provide regular analysis and reporting to the Head of Sales, including commentary around factors including customer spend, forecasted revenue & demand, customer satisfaction etc
• Promote added-value services to client
• Conducting regular client meetings with accounts, both f2f and in-person
• Collaborate with logistics department to proactively identify any fulfilment issues of client orders
• Maintain and update client records on CRM, ensuring data is accurate and up to date.

Key Skills & Experience

• Proven experience of successful B2B Sales and Account Management. Experience doing so a FMCG or Distribution business would be advantageous
• Experience of building relationships with external stakeholders, customers and team members.
• Proven record managing a busy account portfolio, including conducting monthly reviews with clients.
• Strong administration skills, including using CRM's and order processing systems.
• Excellent communication skills, both written & verbal, with ability to influence at all levels.
• Ability to travel to meet clients as needed - a driving license is essential for the role.

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Cast UK is a leading executive consultancy, providing national recruitment solutions to both clients and candidates. Specialising in, HR, Procurement, Buying, Supply Chain, and Logistics, each member of our specialist team has a professional background specific to their recruiting sector. With this unique insight and knowledge, our consultants are able to place individuals from trainee through to main board. For more information on Cast UK and a complete list of all of our current vacancies, please visit (url removed)