My client is a well known market leader in their field with a portfolio of prestigious clients. They are looking for an Account Manager (non sales) to join their team to cover a period of maternity leave.

What makes this role great?

• Hybrid working (3 days in the office)
• Performance related company bonus
• Company pension
• Sharesave scheme
• Free parking
• Good development opportunities

Playing a key part in the customer experience, you will be providing support to the external sales team in order to manage and develop an existing portfolio of clients while also looking to secure new clients.
Key Responsibilities will include:

• Coordinate project management from initial enquiry stage to order placement.
• Liaising with the relevant suppliers and internal departments for sourcing/product development/sampling/order processing/planning and scheduling production.
• Ensuring that critical paths for all projects are followed through and that QC have signed sealed samples for all products.
• Developing strong working relationships with customers and suppliers at all levels.
• Sending quotes/order confirmations to customers ensuring that diary dates for follow up calls are actioned and that critical paths for all projects are followed through.
• Address any slow moving stock or credit control issues in a timely manner.

Account Manager: The Candidate

• We are looking for a candidate with previous experience in a similar role, this could be related to account management or purchasing.
• Costing experience is essential along with strong working knowledge of excel and the ability to manage multiple projects.
• You will have excellent relationship building skills and be a confident and effective communicator.

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