Strategic Account Manager

Sandbach, Cheshire

Responsibilities of the Account Manager:

• Manage key client relationships: Be the primary contact for assigned accounts, building trust with key decision-makers.
• Drive revenue growth: Identify upsell and cross-sell opportunities to maximize client lifetime value.
• Develop strategic account plans: Set goals, track progress, and monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) for assigned accounts.
• Resolve client issues: Proactively address concerns and find solutions to problems.
• Strategic thinking: Analyse client needs and recommend solutions aligned with their long-term goals.
• Market awareness: Stay up-to-date on industry trends and competitor offerings to ensure your clients have a competitive advantage.
• Negotiation skills: Secure agreements that are favourable for both the client and the company.
• Forecasting and budgeting: Develop accurate forecasts and budgets for assigned accounts.
• Reporting and analysis: Prepare reports on client activity, satisfaction, and key metrics.
• Visit clients approximately three days per week (car allowance available)

The successful Account Manager will need to have/be:

• Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills
• knowledge of Excel, Word, Power Point
• Minimum 2 years of experience in a Strategic Account Management or similar role
• Proven track record of exceeding sales targets and achieving business objectives
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and relationship-building skills
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities effectively
• Demonstrate competence in utilising our Customer Relationship Management (CRM) system and other relevant software programs

In return this Account Manager role will pay a basic of 35K plus uncapped commission and many other benefits.

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