Bedford
Sales Account Manager
Salary: £28,000 – £30,000
Location: Huntingdon, Office-based (own transport required)
Hours: Monday – Friday, 8.30am – 5.00pm (1hr lunch)
We’re recruiting on behalf of a well-established distribution company seeking a motivated Sales Account Manager to join their friendly internal sales team. This is a great opportunity for someone who enjoys working in a busy office, building strong relationships with trade customers, and contributing directly to business growth.
You’ll be part of a small, supportive sales team, working alongside a technical department to manage and develop customer accounts. You’ll handle a mix of inbound and outbound activity – from responding to sales enquiries and preparing quotations, to making proactive calls to generate new business and strengthen existing relationships.
Key Responsibilities:
- Respond to customer enquiries and identify their needs
- Make outbound sales calls to grow new business opportunities
- Prepare accurate quotations and process orders/payments
- Maintain and update the CRM system to ensure all information is current
- Develop and nurture long-term relationships with trade customers
- Collaborate with colleagues to deliver excellent service and achieve team targets
- Receive ongoing product and technical training
Requirements:
- Confident communicator with a professional telephone manner
- Self-motivated and organised, able to manage your own workload
- Positive, team-oriented attitude with a flexible approach
- Strong attention to detail and accuracy in data entry and quotations
- Previous experience in a sales or account management role is desirable
- Own car essential due to location (limited public transport access)
What’s on Offer:
- Supportive and friendly working environment
- Incentive scheme including individual and team bonuses (e.g. rewards for new business calls and first orders)
- Additional benefits such as extra time off for achieving team targets
- Training and development opportunities to support long-term growth
If you’re driven, customer-focused, and looking to progress your career in a professional sales environment, we’d love to hear from you.
Please note that at times due to the volume of applications we may not be able to respond to each person individually. If you do not hear from us within 7 days we’re sorry you have not been successful this time. Please do not let this stop you applying for other positions you may be suitable for. Good Luck!
1st Choice Staff Recruitment is an equal opportunities employer and acts as both an Employment Agency & Business.
1st Choice Staff Recruitment is an equal opportunities employer and acts as both an Employment Agency and Business.
To apply for this job please visit www.applybe.com.
