Account Manager

Account Manager, up to £32,000, Havant

Not your typical sit behind a desk account management role

If you like the idea of being out on the road a couple of days a week, meeting customers face to face and having the freedom to manage your own diary; this could be exactly what you re looking for.

This is a chance to join a global, market leading manufacturing business in the marine sector, where you ll take ownership of your own accounts and play a key role in developing long term customer relationships.

This role would suit someone with some sales experience or someone looking to step into their first customer facing role - ideally with an interest in boating or marine equipment.

You ll be responsible for managing customer accounts, supporting product sales and acting as the key link between customers and internal teams

The Role: what you will be doing

As Account Manager, your responsibilities will include:

• Build and maintain strong relationships with existing customers
• Plan your own travel and schedule, real autonomy!
• Prepare quotes, proposals and product specifications
• Attend industry events, exhibitions and boat shows Pool car provided
• Provide technical advice and guidance to customers
• Be part of a globally recognised brand with real career progression

About you: what we are looking for

To be successful as Account Manager, you will ideally have:

• Some experience in sales or account management ideal
• Boating or marine industry knowledge would be advantageous
• Confident building relationships face to face
• Full UK driving licence
• Comfortable travelling across the UK to visit customers on the road 2/3 days a week
• Strong communication and relationship building skills

The Package

In return, the successful Account Manager will receive:

• Salary up to £32,000
• 25 days holiday plus bank holidays
• Company pension
• Employee assistance programme
• Use of pool car for business travel

Location and how to apply

The Account Manager role is based in Havant and is commutable from Portsmouth, Waterlooville, Chichester and Fareham. It is also within walking distance of Havant train station.

If this sounds like you, apply now for the chance to discuss the role and your CV in more detail.

Key words: sales, account management, field sales