Overview
We are seeking a dedicated Account Manager to join our dynamic, employee-owned Company. This role involves working both individually and as part of a team to develop new and existing business relationships and generate business growth in the Marine and Protective Coatings industry. The ideal candidate will possess excellent communication skills, organisational abilities, and a proactive approach to problem solving and technical business development.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver company sales targets by managing entire sales process from lead generation to closing
• Undertake ongoing training (internal/external) to support with providing technical specifications and advice to customers
• Manage existing business relationships/accounts and generate new leads via email, LinkedIn, meetings (online/in-person) and industry trade shows
• Build a network and develop close relationships with key contacts to directly influence the Company’s growth in the UK and worldwide markets
• Attend, support and host meetings, delivering presentations where necessary
• Provide cover for colleagues in the Commercial team
• Submit accurate monthly forecasting to management
• Report directly to the Marine Business Manager

Candidate Profile

• Ability to manage and coordinate multiple projects, customers and other key stakeholders as part of the technical business development process
• Excellent communication, negotiation and customer service skills, including problem solving
• Strong analytical, organisational and time management skills
• Computer literacy, IT and typing skills
• Proactive self-motivator who can operate both individually and as part of a team
• A degree in Business or a related field would be advantageous, but not essential
• Proven technical sales/business development experience desirable
• Openness to ongoing technical training via internal and external courses

This position offers valuable experience in a professional environment, exposure to local and global markets, and opportunities for growth, development, training and travel (UK and abroad) for the right candidate.