This is far more than a standard account management role. You will need to be commercially sharp, highly organised, and comfortable working with urgency, because the customers in this business expect quick turnaround, strong communication and a service that consistently goes above and beyond. If you have experience with consumer products and enjoy working closely with high-end brands and well-known retailers, this could be a fantastic opportunity for you!
Junior Account Manager / Account Manager
Salary: £30,000 - £45,000 DOE
Location: Outskirts of Redhill (must be a driver due to rural location)
Benefits include: Onsite parking, Fuel card, Many retailer discounts to Gym/fitness wellbeing benefits (and more – lots more) via Zhoosh, Free financial advice, Cocktail Friday, 2 Social events a year with lots of team socials throughout the year.
The Role
You will be responsible for managing your own accounts, keeping communication flowing, and ensuring orders, samples, quotations and documentation are handled accurately and on time. You will work closely with internal teams to make sure customer requirements are understood and delivered in full, while also responding quickly to queries and keeping key deadlines on track.
Responsibilities:
* Manage day-to-day communication with customers in a timely and professional manner.
* Build strong knowledge of the products and customers you support.
* Prepare quotations, documentation and order information accurately.
* Track orders from initial enquiry through to delivery and invoicing.
* Work closely with internal teams to ensure customer needs are met.
* Support with samples, compliance-related paperwork and account administration.
* Help manage deadlines and escalate issues where needed.
* Maintain a high level of service and attention to detail across all account activity.
About you
This Account Manager role will suit someone who, as well as being experienced in the sector, will prove to be proactive, commercially aware and able to juggle multiple priorities at once.
* Experience in account management or similar with a background working with consumer products, ideally private label or made-to-order ranges.
* Strong organisational skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities.
* Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
* A customer-focused mindset and a real desire to provide outstanding service.
* Confident using MS Office, with good attention to detail.
* A proactive, logical and team-oriented approach.
* Able to work calmly and effectively in a busy, high-demand environment.
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Salary description
£30000.00 - £45000.00 per year