We are working with a well established and forward thinking business who are looking to recruit a Sales Account Manager on a full time maternity cover basis. This is a great opportunity for someone with strong commercial experience to step into a varied role managing key accounts and driving business growth within an international market.

You will be responsible for managing a portfolio of strategic customer accounts whilst identifying new business opportunities to support continued growth. Working closely with the Commercial Manager, you will play a key role in delivering sales performance, maintaining strong client relationships, and contributing to overall business strategy.

Key responsibilities

• Manage a portfolio of key customer accounts, ensuring strong and lasting relationships
• Develop a strong understanding of the company’s product range
• Identify new markets and business opportunities to drive growth
• Generate new leads through cold calling and face to face meetings
• Maximise profit margins in line with budgets and market conditions
• Manage international B2B sales, including multi currency transactions
• Ensure all customer contracts and obligations are fulfilled
• Provide market insights and updates to customers
• Work towards and exceed sales targets and KPIs
• Support monthly S&OP activity and provide regular sales forecasts
• Liaise with internal teams to ensure excellent customer service

Supporting team performance

• Work collaboratively with the Commercial Manager and wider team
• Contribute to the overall sales strategy
• Maintain strong communication across the business
• Understand and manage credit risk within the customer portfolio
• Promote a positive and compliant working culture

Skills and experience required

• Previous sales experience within a commercial environment
• Experience managing mid to high level customer accounts
• Proven track record of delivering against sales targets and budgets
• Strong relationship building and communication skills
• Confident managing multiple accounts and priorities
• Commercially aware with a proactive approach
• Ability to think creatively and challenge existing processes
• Understanding of compliance and regulated environments

If this role is of interest, please apply or contact Katie in the Northallerton office for more information.