Account Manager in Preston

Reference: Job ID: Posted: Closing date: Location: LancashireSalary: 35,000 - 60,000 DOE (per annum)Job type: PermanentWorking pattern: Full timeIndustry: Manufacturing & Production / Sales ManagementCompany: HaysConsultant: Adam HamerHays office: Preston — Part 1st floor, Guildhall House, Guildhall StreetPhone: Email: you an experienced Business Development, Sales, or Account Manager looking for your next move in East Lancashire?
We're building connections with talented commercial professionals across the region who excel in building relationships, winning business, and driving growth.Whether you’re actively open to new opportunities or simply interested in exploring the market, we’d love to hear from strong sales and account management professionals at all levels.About the OpportunitiesWe partner with a variety of businesses across East Lancashire — from fast‑growing SMEs to established organisations — who regularly look for commercially driven individuals to support revenue growth, customer retention, and strategic account development.We typically recruit for roles within:Professional servicesManufacturing & engineeringTechnology & digital solutionsFacilities & service-led industriesLogistics, distribution & supply chainConstruction & built environmentHealthcare & life sciencesTypical ResponsibilitiesWhile each employer varies, roles in BD, Sales, and Account Management usually include:Business DevelopmentIdentifying and converting new business opportunitiesTargeting key sectors, leads, and strategic prospectsDelivering presentations, proposals, and tendersSales ManagementCreating and executing sales strategies to achieve targetsForecasting, reporting, and pipeline managementLeading client meetings and commercial negotiationsAccount ManagementManaging and growing existing customer relationshipsUnderstanding client needs and upselling additional solutionsEnsuring customers receive excellent service and long‑term valueGeneral CommercialWorking closely with internal teams to support deliveryMaintaining CRM systems and accurate pipeline reportingRepresenting the business at industry events and networking forumsWhat We Look ForBackground in Business Development, Sales, Account Management, or similar commercial roleStrong relationship‑builder with natural communication skillsA proactive, confident approach to identifying opportunitiesTarget‑driven mindset with the ability to work autonomouslyExperience managing pipelines, forecasts, and CRM systemsCommercially aware with the ability to understand client challengesTypical Benefits OfferedEach business is different, but packages often include:Competitive salary with OTE / bonus structureCar allowance or company vehicle (role dependent)Hybrid or flexible working optionsTraining, onboarding, and progression opportunitiesCompany events, incentives, and wellbeing supportAccessible office locations with parkingInterested in Opportunities Across Lancashire?If you’re based in or around Preston, Blackburn, Burnley, Accrington or wider East Lancashire and have experience in BD, Sales, or Account Management, please do get in touch. # - Adam Hamer