KEY ACCOUNT COORDINATOR

Key Account Coordinator Location: Poole (Office Based) Hours: Monday – Thursday 08:30 – 17:00, Friday 08:30 – 16:00 Salary: Circa £30,000 per annum Contract: 12 Month FTC (Maternity Cover) Are you a highly organised professional with a keen eye for detail? We are acting on behalf of a leading specialist in decorative products who work with some of the UK’s most recognisable retailers. They are currently seeking an energetic and motivated Key Account Coordinator to join their productive team in Poole for a 12-month maternity cover contract. The Role This is a fast paced and varied position providing essential administrative and commercial support to the National Account Manager. You will be an integral member of a small team, helping to deliver high-standard results in a commercial retail supply environment. Key Responsibilities * Project Coordination: Track multiple concurrent projects using in-house databases and CRM systems to ensure all deadlines are met. * Factory Liaison: Work closely with Product Designers and Account Managers to brief overseas factories on product specifications and request accurate quotations. * Sample Management: Coordinate the arrival and ‘check-in’ process for samples, ensuring they pass through design checks, testing, and photography. * Data Management: Maintain exceptionally high standards of data accuracy within customer spreadsheet trackers and internal systems. * Commercial Support: Assist with showroom preparation, meeting notes, travel arrangements, and responding to ad hoc customer enquiries. About You We are looking for a self-starter who thrives in a proactive environment. To be successful in this role, you should possess: * Technical Proficiency: Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office packages, specifically Excel, and experience managing databases. * Communication Skills: Excellent written and verbal communication, with the ability to maintain regular contact with internal departments and external factories. * Organisation: The ability to multitask across different projects while maintaining meticulous attention to detail. * Attitude: A positive, ‘can-do’ approach and the ability to solve problems using your own initiative. Why Apply? This is a fantastic opportunity to gain experience within a successful business working with premium decorative products. For the right candidate, this role offers the chance to take on significant responsibility and lead development projects within a supportive team. Some of Our Clients Benefits include: * Great team culture, within a supportive, stable progressive business * Competitive holiday allowance * Free parking * Perkbox employee benefits * Generous staff discounts