Regional Account Manager
Area: South West (Devon, Cornwall, Somerset, Dorset, Wiltshire, can also be Bristol based)
The Role
- A field based account management role, building long term relationships across the plumbing and heating merchant channel in the South West
- Taking ownership of your own territory, with a mix of merchant branches
- Becoming a trusted, regular face at branch level, working closely with branch teams, installers and contractors
- Raising awareness and usage of a design led interior wall product range through regular engagement
- Giving product support and guidance to branch staff and trade professionals
- Increasing visibility and recommendation of the range in every branch you cover
- Working with internal teams to support account growth and service levels
- Spotting opportunities to strengthen relationships and grow each account
- This is not a pushy or transactional sales role. Success comes from credibility, consistency and strong relationships
The Company
- An established and growing manufacturer of interior surface products used in residential, commercial and leisure settings
- Supplies a modern, practical and design led product range through a strong UK merchant network
- Built on long term partnerships, quality products and high service levels
- Continues to invest in new product development and UK growth
The Candidate
- An ideal first step into field sales, or a chance to develop within a structured account management career path
- Equally suited to someone with field sales experience looking to move into a relationship focused account management role
- Experience in internal sales, branch based roles, trade counter, telesales or another customer facing role
- Enjoys building relationships and working closely with trade professionals
- Confident engaging with installers, contractors and branch teams
- Organised, reliable and motivated to build a career in the field
- Full UK driving licence required
The Package
- Basic salary up to £35,000
- 20% bonus
- Hybrid company car
- 25 days holiday plus bank holidays
- Private healthcare after probation
- Pension scheme
- Phone and laptop
- Full training and structured progression
- Sectors of interest: Plumbing and Heating, Builders Merchants, Plumbers Merchants, Trade Counter, Internal Sales, Branch Sales, Bathrooms, KBB, Building Products, Account Management, Field Sales, Area Sales
Regional Account Manager in Taunton employer: CPJ Recruitment
As a leading industrial capital equipment manufacturer, this company offers an exceptional work environment for the Regional Account Manager role, with a strong emphasis on employee development and a healthy work-life balance. Employees benefit from competitive compensation, including a generous bonus structure and comprehensive health benefits, while enjoying the opportunity to build long-term relationships within a supportive culture that prioritises career progression and high-quality service delivery.
