Commercial Account Manager (London, Southeast & East of England)

We have an outstanding opportunity for an experienced and results-driven Account Manager to join our dynamic and forward-thinking Commercial team within the Cement Division of Breedon Group. This pivotal role involves managing the UK’s primary market in London, the Southeast, and the East of England, providing an opportunity to drive success in a key region while enhancing your influence within Breedon and the broader market.

As Commercial Account Manager, you will take the lead in driving sales and volume growth across one of Breedon’s key markets. You will manage high-value, strategic accounts while identifying new opportunities to expand our customer base and grow market share. With a deep understanding of the industry and market dynamics, you will play a key role in delivering Breedon’s commercial objectives and ensuring sustained success in this competitive region., * Managing and developing strategic customer accounts, building long-term, trust-based relationships with high-value clients.

• Creating and implementing account management strategies, identifying growth opportunities and ensuring alignment with overall business goals.

• Proactively seeking and securing new business opportunities in London and the Southeast, targeting high-potential customers and markets.

• Collaborating closely with internal teams, including Logistics and Supply Chain, to ensure efficient and reliable service delivery that meets customer expectations.

• Providing market intelligence, forecasts, and strategic insights to inform business planning and decision-making.

• Acting as a trusted advisor to customers, ensuring exceptional service levels and resolving complex queries efficiently.

• Representing Breedon as a key commercial contact, demonstrating professionalism and influence at all levels.

• Being flexible to accommodate customer requirements, including work outside of standard business hours, and traveling with overnight stays as needed to meet business demands.

We are seeking a skilled and experienced professional who can combine strategic thinking with operational excellence. The ideal candidate will possess:

• A proven track record in managing high-value accounts and achieving business growth in a competitive environment.

• Significant experience in sales pipeline development and delivering on strategic business plans.

• Strong commercial acumen, with the ability to navigate complex decision-making processes and influence stakeholders at all levels.

• Exceptional communication, negotiation, and presentation skills, with the ability to tailor communication styles to diverse audiences and confidently convey both strategic and technical information

• A forward-thinking and customer-focused mindset, demonstrating a passion for building lasting relationships and delivering value.

• Leadership qualities, including the ability to mentor team members and contribute to the broader commercial strategy.

• Strong analytical and IT skills, with the ability to produce and analyse data to inform decision-making and strategy.

• A valid driver’s license.

• The ability and willingness to travel and stay away from home as required by the business.

• Company car or car allowance

• Company pension

• Bonus scheme

• Holiday buy scheme

• Life assurance

• Share Save Scheme

• Enhanced Maternity, Paternity & Adoption schemes

• Volunteering policy

• Health & wellbeing initiatives

• Employee discount schemes