Sales Account Manager

    CroydonPermanent£35k - £40k
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    2 weeks ago
    JN -062025-1984284

    Sales Account Manager

    Croydon Permanent £35k - £40k

    About the job

    Job Title: Sales Account Manager
    Location: Croydon - office based, free parking

    Salary: £35k-£40k + commission
    Hours: Full-time, Mon-Fri

    About the Role:
    We are seeking a dynamic and commercially aware Sales Account Manager, ideally with trading experience however if you have the right attitude, we can turn a blind eye on this occasion!

    This is a hands-on, commercially focused role that involves managing key accounts, identifying trading opportunities, and negotiating profitable deals in a fast-paced environment.

    The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of trading dynamics (buying/selling margins, supply & demand, market movement), exceptional relationship management skills, and the drive to meet and exceed sales targets

    Sales Account Manager Responsibilities:

    • Manage and grow key accounts to meet annual sales targets
    • Identify and develop new business opportunities
    • Research and stay informed of every relevant aspect of a customer's business to seek opportunities and relay internally
    • Using creative methods to develop relationships, create customer dependency, increase sales and overall growth

    The ideal Sales Account Manager will have / be:

    • 2 years + experience in B2B Sales Account Management, preferably from trading or wholesale but not essential
    • Proven record of developing and maintaining customer relationships, providing outstanding customer service and meeting sales targets
    • Commercially savvy with strong negotiation skills and understanding of profit margins and trading dynamic
    • Highly self-motivated with a proactive and entrepreneurial mindset