German Chemicals Account Manager - Salford - ref. e6037215

About Our Client

Their products serve industries ranging from pharmaceuticals and agriculture to automotive and consumer goods.

Job Description

Key responsibilities will consist of:

• Manage all aspects of assigned business accounts to agreed sales targets, developing strong relationships with key customers.
• Support the development of new business and revenue opportunities, identifying USP, value creation and strong customer relationships.
• Review and approve supplier invoices and direct labour time sheets in accordance with the company's Delegation of Authority.
• Visit customers regularly, attend meetings, prepare presentations, and investigate/resolving complaints and queries as required.
• Regularly review financial and commercial performance with Project Managers and the Senior Team.
• Accurately process customer purchase orders and manage expenditures according to specific requirements.
• Address customer complaints and queries, implementing preventive measures to avoid recurrence.
• Represent/on behalf of the company's key Industry trade exhibitions when required.
• Report sales progress on a weekly or monthly basis or as required by line management, with travel to HQ office when line management requires.
• Collate market and customer information and feedback opportunities to management on a regular basis.
• Accept other tasks or projects as assigned by senior management

The Successful Applicant

The successful candidate will:

• Be fluent in European languages (French, German, or Polish) Non-preferential.
• Proven account managerial experience within the manufacturing industry/field.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to communicate effectively at all levels with internal and external customers to maintain and build vital relationships.
• Capacity to work well under pressure in a fast-paced environment.
• Self-motivation and ability to work independently as well as part of a team.
• Organisational and prioritisation skills to meet demanding deadlines.
• Ability to identify and address issues promptly.
• Essential experience using SAP.

• Hybrid working 4 days in office 1 home with flexibility
• Flexible working patterns (Flexitime)
• Imbursed international travell
• Pension scheme contribution
• Performance implemented sales bonus
• Target incentives
• Collaborative environment