Trainee Sales Account Manager Full Time, Competitive Pay, Office Based About the Job Who We Are & What We Do: Ikonic Technology has over 25 years of experience as Europe’s premier independent IT distributor, and we have a reputation for exceeding our customer’s expectations. With our recent win as ‘Best company to work for’ 2024, and it being our second nomination in a row by CRN, we know you will find happiness working with us. As specialists in IT distribution, Ikonic keep an unprecedented level of hardware stock - over £15m. Fully accredited, and one of the very few British Standards Institute accredited suppliers, we hold all leading brands and IT products, from cutting-edge innovation too difficult to find, and End of Line. We pride ourselves industry leaders, and currently stand as the only carbon-neutral IT Distributor in the UK since 2021. Thanks to our continued carbon reduction plan, we have planted over 20,000 trees, and are on track to become Net-Zero by 2038. Ikonic has distribution centres in the UK (Manchester) and Germany (Frankfurt) offering Laptops, Desktops, Servers, Storage, Networking, UPS, Refurbished, ITAD, Support Contracts, Configuration and White Label. Please ask for our full list of products and services. As a leading supplier in the technology sector, we take pride in our diverse product range, competitive pricing, and commitment to sustainability. As distributors of IT, we are Ikonic. What We Are Looking For: We are currently looking for a motivated and enthusiastic Trainee Sales Account Manager to join our growing sales team. This entry-level role is ideal for individuals who are passionate about sales, eager to learn, and ready to kick-start their careers in a supportive and rewarding atmosphere. You will be responsible for promoting Ikonic’s products & services to clients and proactively bringing in more leads and customers to enable sales and profit. Benefits – Trainee Sales Account Manager: · Competitive salary with performance-based incentives including our Bonus scheme, Commission pay and Performance based bonus · Comprehensive training and mentorship program · Opportunities for career advancement within the company · A supportive and collaborative work environment · Employee-Owned Trust – You will own a part of the company · Staff discount on stock products · Private Healthcare – Starting after 6-12 months · Life and Critical Illness Insurance · Flexible pension options · Company events · Smart casual dress · No weekends Role Responsibilities – Trainee Sales Account Manager: · Build and maintain strong relationships with new, existing, and lapsed clients · Identify and pursue new sales opportunities through B2B cold calling · Deliver exceptional customer service to ensure client satisfaction · Meet and exceed sales targets and performance metrics · Collaborate with sales and other departments for a seamless customer experience · Participate in training programs and ongoing professional development · Dealing with new leads/enquiries via email and phone · Regularly promoting products and services to your client base · As the company culture promotes helping others, ad hoc tasks may be assigned to the job holder that is not listed above Person Requirements – Trainee Sales Account Manager: · Confident, professional manner · Enjoy working in a fast-paced environment · Customer-focused and excellent communicator – able to build relationships · Previous sales or customer service experience is a plus but not required · Self-motivated, goal-oriented, and eager to learn · Strong organisational and time-management abilities · Familiarity with CRM software is advantageous · Ability to work independently and as part of a team · Strong work ethic · Wanting to have a career with high earning future potential. The Legal Bits: We are committed to promoting equal opportunities in employment. All job applicants will receive equal treatment regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marital or civil partner status, pregnancy or maternity, race, colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin, religion or belief, sex, or sexual orientation. By submitting your CV, you give Ikonic permission to share your CV and information with any relevant employee in our internal hiring process. Your CV and any notes made will be confidentially disposed of once a hiring decision has been made. All applicants selected for this position will need to pass reference and security checks to qualify for employment with Ikonic. Job Applications: If you're ready to embark on an exciting sales career and contribute to an innovative company, we want to hear from you Please submit your CV and a cover letter expressing your interest in the Trainee Sales Account Manager position. The role applications will be closed at the latest 31st Oct, with interviews conducted on the following week if not before. STRICTLY NO AGENCIES PLEASE We work with a carefully selected set of recruitment agencies and we're not looking to add to our PSL.