Job Title: Account Manager (B2B)
Location: UK (Travel Required)
Salary: Competitive, Based on Experience
Employment Type: Full-Time
About the company: My client is a leading name in the automotive sector, renowned for delivering top-notch products and services. They are seeking an enthusiastic Account Manager to join their dynamic team and contribute to their ambitious growth strategies in the UK and Ireland.
General Mission: As an Account Manager, you will play a pivotal role in business-to-business (B2B) sales, building strong relationships with customers across the UK. This is a fantastic opportunity to influence the sales strategy while collaborating with senior team members.

• Develop and nurture relationships with both new and existing customers.
• Schedule and attend meetings with nominated customer accounts.
• Participate in sales meetings and trade events to represent the company.
• Regularly visit customer branches to gather insights, resolve issues, and monitor sales performance.
• Prepare accurate meeting minutes and analyse sales data to identify opportunities for growth.
• Stay informed on industry trends and competitor activities to maintain a competitive edge.
• Support business development through workouts, promotions, and exceptional customer service.
• Address and resolve customer concerns in a timely and professional manner.
• Act as a representative at trade shows and other promotional events, including occasional weekends (with time in lieu).

Candidate Profile: The ideal candidate will possess the following:

• At least two years’ experience in a customer-facing sales role.
• Proven motivation and resilience to succeed in challenging market conditions.
• Strong PC literacy with a good understanding of Excel (training will be provided).
• Excellent planning and negotiation skills to influence customer behaviour.
• Flexibility to stay away from home and travel within the UK and overseas as required.
• A valid UK driving license is essential.
• Experience in the automotive industry is preferred but not mandatory.