National Account Manager - UK & EuropeLocation: Oldbury/SmethwickSalary: Up to £55k based on experience(Plus car allowance and benefits)Responsible for developing and sustaining strong and long-lasting relationships with the EMEA national account customers.Identify new customer channels or product lines to support business growth.Responsible for the coaching and mentoring junior members of the sales team.Job Duties:
- Generate sales in the UK and Europe in line with the aims and objectives of the company's business plan.
- Ensure successful and timely delivery of products/services to customers according to their requirements.
- Identify national account opportunities across the business's product portfolio and the EMEA region.
- Manage customer enquiries/complaints and conflicts efficiently and effectively.
- Prepare reports of sales metrics over a specified period - monthly, quarterly, and yearly.
- Write proposals and business plans for securing National account business opportunities.
- Develop business strategies for the UK and European customer base to ensure profit growth.
- Negotiate national account business contracts to promote growth and a stronger customer/supplier partnership.
- Assist in developing company's marketing strategy, and also assist its execution.
- Hold regular sales development meetings to help progress the offer in line with budget expectations.
- Provide a consistent approach in all aspects of the role.
- Ensure the highest levels of professionalism and integrity are employed at all times.
- Provide open and transparent feedback (internally and externally).
- Work in line with the requirements of the Business Plan, as directed by the line manager.
Requirement/Experience/Competence/Qualifications:
- Several years proven experience in a similar role, within automotive industry
- Experience dealing with UK factor customers and buying groups
- Holds or willing to work towards HNC/Degree in Sales & Marketing or equivalent
- Technical awareness and knowledge of the products and services offered by the company.
- Proficiency in MS Office (MS Excel and MS PowerPoint, in particular).
- Proven experience to work as part of a Senior Management team.
- Knowledge of QHSE Legislation.
- Excellent detail to methodical problem-solving.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Strong organisational skills with the ability to multi-task.
- Excellent time management skills.
- Willingness to travel within the UK and Overseas.
- Strong negotiating skills.
- Ability to work without supervision
- Displays a positive attitude towards work, and the aims and objectives of the company.