Account Manager - Reading, United Kingdom - FTH Hire Group

    FTH Hire Group
    FTH Hire Group Reading, United Kingdom

    Found in: beBee S2 UK - 1 week ago

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    Description

    FTH Hire Group is one of the largest and fastest growing independent plant and tool hire companies in the UK, with ten depots across the South of England and Scotland. As a result of our ambitious growth plans, we are looking to add additional high calibre people to our growing business.

    The Account Manager role provides a fantastic opportunity to contribute to the ongoing success as the business continues an exciting growth plan. This is a pivotal role within each of our local markets and provides opportunity for both developing existing accounts and new business development contribution as we look to further strengthen our market presence.

    A background in the hire sector would be advantageous although not necessary, experience within a sales development environment role is essential.

    Main Responsibilities

    Oversee, manage, and develop a defined portfolio of existing customer accounts through outbound sales activity

    Manage the growth and development of company key accounts in line with business growth goals

    Provide point-of-contact resource to support both existing and newly acquired customer enquiries

    Identify new business opportunities within local territories and work with the local and regional team to secure new business wins in line with company sales goals

    Undertake and generate company sales performance reports as required to local management group

    Provide resource across inbound call management and customer enquiries and requests

    Obtain and manage hire enquiries and orders

    Research, develop and deliver customer account proposals and agreements

    Support and achieve delivery of sales growth targets for all FTH products and services

    Manage orders at the trade counter when required

    Manage hire contracts in line with company standard

    What you will need to bring to the role

    Effective organisational and communication skills

    Committed to providing an industry leading service delivery approach to business development

    Capable of developing strong client relationships

    Confidence to work on own initiative

    Good planning and preparation skills

    Flexible in approach to the role to meet business requirements

    Presentation skills, both verbally and written

    Self-Confident

    Negotiating skills essential

    Time management essential

    Competent levels of IT understanding

    Proven experience in selling products & services to end user

    Entrepreneurial spirit

    Ability to work effectively under pressure

    Commitment to self-development

    High level of integrity and trust

    Benefits

    • Sales bonus scheme
    • Loyalty bonus scheme
    • Pension - auto enrolment
    • 28 days holiday (inclusive of Bank Holidays)
    • Perk Box
    • Birthday Gift

    Hours: Monday to Thursday 7am to 5pm and Friday 7am to 5:30pm