Account Manager

Our client, an independent business, who are very reputable and successful through selling their goods to trade and distribution partners are looking for a candidate who is very comfortable speaking with customers and clients mainly via the phone and email to gain orders and keep in regular contact for future sales – Building a good rapport is key! This is not a hard selling sales role with cold calling – it’s sales through excellent customer service, so someone with the right personality, enthusiasm and drive will fit in well and be successful. Overseeing your own client accounts your duties will include… Looking after and maintaining regular contact with a given portfolio of customers Maintain and grow business relationships by understanding regular requirements of the customer and potential upselling opportunities when a need arises. Provide an excellent customer service to all general inbound calls to the department. Processing orders from customers over the phone, by email and online via the company website Developing existing customer relationships and working to sales targets – there is no cold calling involved Handling a variety of inquiries relating to deliveries, returns, repairs or customer support Skills, Personality and Experience Required Telephone sales/customer service experience is an advantage but not essential as full training will be given – you must be confident picking up the phone! You have a positive attitude and will possess strong skills in administration and in customer communication (phone/email) Excellent time management skills, the ability to multi-task, and be happy to work on your own initiative as well as part of a team. Excellent communication skills and rapport building skills Working hours Monday to Friday - 8.30am to 5pm (30 Mins lunch) Salary & Rewards £26,400 + OTE (£33,000 realistic in first year) Free parking available on site. Weekly training 22 days holiday + bank holidays + birthday off Product discounts Team events and 'away days' Cycle to work scheme