Account Manager

Account Manager Job in Ferndown (Hybrid)

Dovetail Recruitment is excited to recruit for a new Account Manager, replacing the retiring Account Manager at our thriving client in the product distribution and wholesale industry.

Constantly looking at ways to improve their culture, our client has introduced some exciting new company benefits this year, including enhanced training, sales incentives mental health support, on top of a quarterly bonus, a new modern recreational area, and an increasingly collaborative company culture - facilitated by interdepartmental scrums and company 'townhall meetings’.

The Account Manager will manage a portfolio of established accounts, aiming to maximise their potential. The role involves some monthly travel for face-to-face client meetings, with access to a shared company vehicle. A comprehensive handover will be provided by the retiring Account Manager, who leaves in March 2025.

Salary & Benefits:

• £30,000 per annum + £4,000 bonus

o Company bonus is 50% based on your own target and 50% on company performance, new product performance, and softer personal targets such as personal development

• 22 days holiday plus bank holidays which increases with service
• Hybrid working:Monday and Thursday from home, Tuesday, Wednesday and Friday in the office.
• Pool car available for travel
• Enhanced pension - 6% employer, 3% employee
• Free parking and free electric car charging facilities
• Death in service benefit - 3 x your annual salary
• Volunteer programme for local non-profits and charitable organisations
• 2 x charity events per year, Bournemouth Bay Run and Beach Cleans.
• Annual salary reviews
• Hours are 8.30am - 5pm with 1 hour for lunch

Responsibilities of the Account Manager:

• Supporting key national accounts, building relationships and ensuring client’s are given the best service
• Advising clients on existing and new products within the business
• On-going market research to explore new opportunities
• Analysing and reviewing reports
• Investigating and resolving issues and queries if they arise
• Working with cross functional teams including Customer Services, Marketing, Supply chain and Logistics
• Attending trade shows etc. to build up a network of contacts and business opportunities in addition to understanding your competitors
• Meeting with clients both virtually and in-person, presenting on new products

What is our client looking for?

Someone who enjoys building relationships and has a few years of account management experience. Experience with products is a plus, but candidates from service backgrounds are welcome to apply. This role offers some great learning and development opportunities as the company continues to expand.

Minimum Requirements for the Account Manager:

• Previous sales experience
• Full Clean Driving License (Essential)
• Enjoyment of building on and forming great client relationships
• Highly organised
• A team player who would like to bring new ideas to the table

This Account Manager Role in Ferndown would suit candidates with a few years of sales experience within a commercial environment.

If you are interested in this Account Manager Role in Ferndown, please apply today! Alternatively, if you wish to hear more about the role or enquire about your suitability, please give us a call and ask to speak with Imogen. She will take you through the role and company in detail, having met with them several times.