Account Manager

 

Main characteristics

Location

Burnley, Lancashire

Company

Hays Business Support

Salary

£40000/annum £40,000 depending on experience

Employment type

Permanent

Category

Manufacturing / Surveying

Job summary

Your new company
A well-established family-owned manufacturing business based in Burnley are searching for an experienced Account Manager, on a permanent placement to join their growing team. This position is due to business development and internal progression, therefore previous industry knowledge would be desirable. The working hours of this role are 9am - 5pm Monday to Friday with flexible hybrid working, occasional travel is required, within this role so a full clean driving licence would be required.

The purpose of this role is to work as part of a strong sales team being responsible for securing, retaining, growing and close management of current accounts through price increases, cross category sales, in season opportunities. Bringing creative ideas for new lines.
Oversee day to day running of secured accounts with the support of sales co-ordinator and sales administrators. Identifying and securing new business with major multiples, wholesalers, independents, forecourts, and export accounts.

Your new role
As Account Manager your duties will include retaining existing business, negotiating on price and costs, attending onsite meetings, support business strategy to help deliver growth and increased profitability. Review stock holding, develop and understand market forces, industry trends and competitive position. Along with overseeing and assisting with supporting the sales co-ordinator and sales administrators in their day-to-day role.

You will also be accepted to liaising positively with internal departments to engage business development, along with building new relationships externally and maintaining well established contracts. Along with researching and target new business and identifying gaps in the market where existing or new products could be supplied into existing or new retailers.

What you\'ll need to succeed
To be successful in securing this position, you must be motivated, passionate and have a desire to progress and develop your skills, along with great communication skills, time management and being able to use your own initiative.
You will be expected to attend training sessions, retail conference, trade visits and store visits, therefore you should be well presented and professional.

Attention to details is paramount, along with a strong understanding and professional outlook towards customers and clients. Strong administrative skills are required, along with being able to work collectively under pressure and provide general support to colleagues.

What you\'ll get in return
In return, you will be paid a competitive annual salary up to £40,000 depending on experience, plus annual bonus. You will receive 30 days holidays (this includes bank) along with free on-site parking, a generous company pension, free access to healthcare, health and wellbeing committee, hybrid flexible working and death in service scheme.
You will be joining a successful growing business during an exciting period as well as, receiving training and support, which will allow you to further develop your own skills and experience.

Benefits: £40,000 depending on experience