Account Manager

Job Title: Account Manager

Location: Southampton

Salary: £38,000 – £45,000

Hours: Monday – Friday

Job Description

My client is a leading Electrical Wholesaler, they are looking for an Account Manager for their Southampton Branch.

The Role of Account Manager

• Growing and increasing sales in the branch\’s geographical area.
• Continually identifying and developing new and existing business accounts.
• Developing strong customer relationships to maximise the full potential of all accounts.
• The ability to not be afraid of rejection, be it on the phone or face to face.
• Working as part of a tightly knit team to achieve high standards of business excellence.

Essential Account Manager Skills

• Cold calling on the telephone willingness and tenacity.
• The ability to approach companies direct, understanding how to spot a suitable target company.
• Able to demonstrate sample products confidently face to face to potential clients.
• The ability to build and sustain professional relationships.
• The ability to independently plan, organise and work to tight deadlines.
• Smartly presented portraying a professional company image.
• A valid UK driving licence.

Desirable Account Manager Skills

• Punctual, reliable and able to demonstrate effective time management.
• Career focussed, hardworking and ambitious.
• Strong telephone skills.
• Positive, ambitious and driven with excellent listening/communication skills.

Should you wish to discuss this opportunity further, please contact Tom Wells on (phone number removed)