A successful and well-established family run Educational Supplies business is currently looking to hire a highly driven and strategic Key Account Manager. You would be responsible for managing and growing sales through phone and face-to-face interactions within an assigned region, focussing on driving revenue through strategic engagement with key accounts, including multi-academy trusts (MATs).
Offering an attractive salary up to £50,000 with generous commission of up to £20,000 plus company car. You would be based out of the company’s newly renovated offices in Colchester with a blend of telephone and face to face activity across your assigned territory.
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Build, manage, and grow relationships with key accounts, including multi-academy trusts and other high-value clients
- Regular communication with clients via phone and F2F meetings, identify needs and provide tailored solutions
- Prepare and deliver sales presentations and proposals to potential and existing clients
- Develop and execute strategic account plans to maximize revenue and customer satisfaction
- Develop and implement regional sales strategies in collaboration with the senior leadership team.
- Work closely with internal teams such as marketing, customer service, and product development to ensure a seamless client experience
- Mentor and coach sales representatives in the region to enhance their performance, focusing on best practices in customer engagement, sales techniques, and product knowledge
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Around 5 years+ experience working within a fast paced targeted B2B sales environment
- Proven experience in strategic account management and sales, proven track record of exceeding sales targets
- Strong leadership and coaching skills, with the ability to develop and inspire a team.
- Strategic thinking with the ability to analyse data and make informed decisions
- Ability to drive - You must have a Driving Licence with no more than 6 points
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Attractive salary of up to £50,000 plus generous commission plan of up to £25,000
- Your own dedicated sales territory with a mix of prospects and existing customers
- Sales Induction Programme when you join to ensure you are set up with the knowledge and tools to succeed
- Ongoing support and coaching from both internal and external sources, free access to LinkedIn Learning
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