At a Glance
- Tasks: Support account managers and build relationships with key customers in the furniture industry.
- Company: Leading UK manufacturer of fitted furniture with 50 years of growth and success.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, travel opportunities, and a chance to grow within a dynamic team.
- Other info: Exciting opportunity for career growth and development in a supportive environment.
- Why this job: Kickstart your career in a thriving industry and make a real impact on customer relationships.
- Qualifications: Strong organisational skills, full UK driving licence, and a willingness to learn.
The predicted salary is between 25000 - 32000 £ per year.
A vacancy has arisen within the Solutions Team for a Trainee Business Account Manager in the Manchester area. There will also be some travel across the UK and occasional requirements for overnight stays. In return, you will receive a competitive salary.
As the UK market leading Kitchen, Bedroom and Bathroom fitted furniture manufacturer, our client has had unsuppressed growth over the last 50 years, with an emphasis on providing a high standard of products and service. They are currently seeking the very best people to further strengthen their position within the industry by appointing dedicated individuals to share in their success.
The Trainee Business Account Manager role:
- The successful candidate will be responsible for maintaining and developing business through their existing customer base of new build clients in the area by developing relationships with key customers.
The key responsibilities as their Trainee Business Account Manager will include:
- Actively supporting the account managers to understand and learn the role of an Account Manager, with a view to taking on customer accounts following the initial induction period.
- Building relationships with key customer contacts.
- Servicing and maintaining a small number of existing accounts to a high standard.
- Managing and controlling call offs, preparing quotations, amendments, managing debt and customer expectations.
- Proactive management of delivery dates, extras and variations.
- Achieving turnover growth within existing accounts.
- Maintaining an in-depth knowledge of the industry's customer base and competitors.
In order to be successful in this Trainee Business Account Manager role you must have:
- Excellent organisational and administrative skills.
- A full UK driving licence as you will be required to travel within the region and to other parts of the UK as required.
- CSCS Card, if not a current holder, then this must be achieved within the first 4 weeks of employment.
You must also be:
- Able to manage your own diary and time efficiently and effectively.
- Able to communicate confidently with people at all levels from site operative to Director.
- Willing to work as part of a dynamic team.
- Able to work under pressure to maintain deadlines.
- Able to handle multiple projects positively.
- Computer literate.
- Self-motivated and enthusiastic.
- Professionally presentable at all times.
This position will be rewarded with a competitive salary. In order for your application to be taken further please state your required salary. If this sounds like the perfect opportunity for you and you'd like to become their Trainee Business Account Manager, then please click ‘apply' today – don't miss out, they'd love to hear from you!
Trainee Business Account Manager in Salford employer: 360 Resourcing
As a leading manufacturer in the Kitchen, Bedroom and Bathroom fitted furniture sector, our company offers an exceptional work environment in Manchester, characterised by a strong emphasis on employee development and a collaborative culture. With a commitment to high standards and continuous growth, we provide our Trainee Business Account Managers with valuable opportunities for professional advancement, competitive salaries, and the chance to build lasting relationships within a thriving industry.
