Category / Portfolio Account Manager - Hybrid. Global Chemicals & Products in Widnes

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Are you looking to take the next step in your career with a global market leader?
We’re proud to be a $9 billion business built on the dedication, talent, and diversity of our people - and now we’re looking for a driven Portfolio Account Manager to join our team.
This is a fantastic opportunity to enjoy long-term stability, exciting challenges, and genuine career growth, while making a real impact in a fast-moving and dynamic industry.
The Role at a Glance:
Portfolio Account Manager
Widnes / Hybrid at Least 3 Days Per Week / Home Working
£28,000 - £35,000 DOE
Plus Benefits Package including pension
Full Time - Permanent
Company: Global Distributor of chemicals & ingredients used in everyday products
We have a fantastic opportunity for a Portfolio Account Manager to join our thriving team at our Widnes Office.
This is a fast-paced hybrid role where you’ll spend a minimum of 3 days per week in a dynamic environment where no two days are the same. You’ll play a pivotal role in managing a portfolio of valued customers, building strong relationships, and ensuring their needs are not only met but exceeded.
Working closely with our Sales and Product Management teams, you’ll help drive success across our core product portfolios. Your focus will be on unlocking growth opportunities, delivering exceptional customer service, and contributing directly to the continued success of the business.
If you’re driven, commercially minded, and eager to make an impact in a role where your efforts will be recognised and rewarded, we’d love to hear from you!
Key Responsibilities:
• Drive sustainable, long-term growth by maximising opportunities across our portfolios.
• Collaborate with passion - bringing energy, commitment, and a ‘one team’ mindset to C&S, with a focus on our packed product portfolios.
• Boost customer success - reduce attrition, expand trading accounts, and deliver impactful spot sales.
• Take charge of activity management, ensuring every action is purposeful and drives results.
• Keep Salesforce (CRM) at the heart of success - proactively updating and maintaining accurate data to power smarter decisions.
• Lead with precision in pricing - manage and optimise updates within Q to support competitive advantage.
We Are Looking For:
• A natural passion for sales - with the drive to succeed and the confidence to build strong relationships both internally and with customers. Being proactive, picking up the phone, and connecting with as many customers as possible will be at the heart of your success.
• A hunger to learn and grow into a highly skilled salesperson, with experience in managing existing accounts being a strong advantage.
• The ability to engage effectively at all levels of the organisation, building trust and collaboration across teams.
• Flexibility and a positive, team-focused attitude, bringing energy and support to collective goals.
• Strong organisational and time management skills, with the ability to prioritise effectively in a fast-paced environment.
A proven eye for detail, with the capability to handle multiple tasks while maintaining accuracy and high standards.
Who we are:
With revenues in excess of $9 billion, Univar Solutions is one of the largest chemical distribution businesses in the world. Our portfolio spans almost every industry, ranging from food ingredients and automotive to pharmaceutical, cosmetic and manufacturing industries. We deliver industry-leading products, services and technical support to help our customers find the right solution to their problems.
We are committed to fair employment practices for all our employees, regardless of race, nationality, religion or belief, gender or gender identity, sexual orientation, age, disability, maternity status or any other status protected by law.
Our Values:
+ Serious about safety
+ We do what we say
+ Where people matter
+ Valuable to others
+ Together we win
Sounds like a good fit? Apply here for a fast-track path to the Hiring Team who will review your application within 1-2 business days.
Your Background / Previous Roles May Include:
Account Manager, Sales Executive, Sales Administrator, Sales Coordinator, Sales, Graduate Sales.
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Remote working/work at home options are available for this role.