Account Director - United Kingdom - Quest Search and Selection

Description

Quest Search and Selection are partnering with this fast-growing, B2B online Publication within the FMCG, Consumer, Tech & Retail publication.

They are seeking a passionate and energetic B2B salesperson to join their expanding digital team on their marketing and grocery publication.

The business has already created waves in the marketplace utilising new product and campaigns to engage our retail communities.

They are looking for talented sales, Account Director who will be focusing significantly on building contacts and developing new business relationships whilst working towards the strategy for the new publications.

The roles and responsibilities of this Account Director – B2B Publication (Remote) role –Making sure targets are met consistently.
You will be responsible for leading people at Account Managers/Account Executives level.
Researching the marketplace to become a centre of knowledge in all areas.

Interacting with clients via the phone, Video Call and Face to Face meetingsUnderstanding our client's explicit business needs and requirementsCreating bespoke and targeted proposals to meet the needs of your clientsUndertaking competitor analysis, identifying current trends and future opportunitiesCreating client reports and collating meeting outcomes, working to deadlinesPlaying a key role in the retention of clients by providing a high level of customer service and ensuring you maintain contact with key clientsDaily contact with clients, to request information, get approvals etc.

Deputise for the Commercial Director in his absenceExperience and skills required for this Account Director – B2B Publication (Remote) position :5 years + experience in Sales/ Account Management/Business DevelopmentHave at least 2 years in a leadership capacityExperience in creating personal sales plansManaging client campaigns and event deliveryAbility to negotiate contracts and to maximize profitsAble to juggle multiple projects at a time, whilst maintaining sharp attention to detailStrong verbal and written communication skillsBenefits of this Account Director – B2B Publication (Remote) position :

Quarterly commission structure25 days holidayFlexible WFH or in the London office1⁄2 days leave on your birthday and work anniversaryLong service rewardsLearning development and charity daysPerkbox subscriptionYou will be joining a social and friendly team.

The company is genuinely meritocratic – all senior staff have been promoted from within.
If this role sounds like you then please send your cv today, quoting the reference no JO