National Account Manager Milton Keynes, England
Job description
Our client is a leading, privately owned manufacturer who have been enjoying a considerable period of growth. Their customers include residential housing developers, social housing providers, independent retailers and merchants. Offering an exceptional product range, they are well known for their customer centric approach, competitive price and an unwavering focus on quality. With over 1500 employees nationwide and growing, there has never been a better time to join and contribute to their ongoing success story. They are now looking for a National Account Manager to be based in or around the West Midlands, Warwickshire, Bedfordshire, Buckinghamshire, Hertfordshire or Oxfordshire area to cover a UK wide role with a typical 3 days working from home and 2 days of UK wide travel. As National Account Manager you will be managing and developing relationships with a number of high spend, key account housing building partners. You’ll be working with senior procurement teams and Heads of so will be a confident, assertive and knowledgeable Account Manager.
National Account Manager – Responsibilities
- Liaising with key customer contacts at senior group and regional level.
- Developing group specifications and overseeing national design portfolios.
- Ensuring internal stakeholders are notified of group specifications and agreements.
- Maximising continuing growth opportunities with the Developer.
- Enhancing across discipline relationships with National Developer contacts.
- Conducting regular business review meetings.
- Providing clear, detailed information for internal and external stakeholders.
- Corresponding with customer contacts in a professional manner.
National Account Manager – Required Skills
- Previous account management or regional Kitchen, Bathrooms or Bedroom experience is desired.
- Exceptional relationship and customer building skills.
- Self driven and consultative approach to account management and sales.
- Good communication skills, both written and verbal.
- Strong presentation and IT skills.
- A keen eye for detail as accuracy is essential.
- An understanding of kitchen led products, design/quotation systems or experience in similar customer focused role is desirable
- A full UK driving licence is required for this role given the regular UK travel required.
This is a senior account management role as opposed to a business development role so if you feel you have the right background and can bring energy, desire and a passionate approach to your role then we would love to hear from you. In return for your hard work the role offers a competitive base,10% bonus and company car. It also offers a genuine opportunity for career development within this family owned, ethical brand. The brand are widely perceived to be the market leader in their field and have an enviable reputation amongst their competitors.
Apply now to be considered for their National Account Manager position.
