Account Manager
  
Salary & Benefits:
  • £35,000 to £40,000 negotiable, depending on experience 
  • Profit sharing scheme
  • Excellent Contributory Pension
  • 25 days holiday plus bank holidays
 
Location: Maidstone, Kent

Hours: 8am to 5pm Monday to Friday 

Company Description: A privately held electrical distribution company specialising in the distribution of Green Energy products. Due to the continuing success of the business and to drive further expansion, they now have an exciting opportunity for an Account Manager to join their Distribution Centre in Maidstone.

Role: 
  • To provide an unrivalled service in all areas of the Sales function, where the focus is Customer First 
  • To develop new lines of business and customer bases 
  • Managing multiple tasks including sales, purchasing and keeping all relevant paperwork up to date 
  • Feedback market intelligence to the Branch Manager 
  • Raise Company's profile within the Renewable Energy market 

Person: 
  • English and Maths to GCSE or A-Level standard 
  • A positive and hardworking attitude with the ability to work under pressure 
  • A proven track record of working in sales within the Renewables or Electrical Wholesale industry is essential 
  • Dynamic with a good sense of humour and a passion for achievement and success 
  • Effective communication with fellow staff and suppliers' representatives is a key ability, as are professional negotiating skills 
  • Ability to self-manage, with high level of self-motivation and organisation 
  • Pride in your work & attention to detail ​

Key Responsibilities: 
  • Effectively process all customer enquiries, quote and orders in accordance with company's procedures 
  • Placing orders with suppliers at the lowest cost, appropriate to quality with on-time delivery 
  • Communicate/liaise and build relationships with suppliers to ensure they meet the company’s requirements and that procedures and administration of paperwork is managed effectively & efficiently 
  • Communicate/liaise and ensure the resolution for the customer on all matters relating to their contact with the company 
  • Participate in meetings with Sales, Management and Customers as and when requested 
  • Assist in the development and implementation of a proactive order winning strategy 
  • Development and effective relationship with all members of staff to ensure excellent communication 
  • Participate in all initiatives to improve profit within areas identified for improvement 
  • Follow business systems and procedures  
  • Deliver results in a timely and cost effective manner