Key Account Manager

Handley James Chemical are excited to be engaged as the search partner to a market leading speciality chemical business. With nearly 50 years focusing on technical solutions, and a genuine passion for problem solving and providing their customers the best product/solution possible, they are excited to be recruiting for an experienced Sales professional to join their team here in the Northwest.   This role will join their speciality chemicals division and focus on both account management and the identification of new business opportunities within the division.   The successful candidate will:  

• Build and maintain strong, long-term relationships with assigned key accounts by understanding their needs and ensuring the delivery of agreed products, services, and outcomes.
• Develop account plans that align with the departmental strategy, identifying growth opportunities, managing risk, and contributing to overall business objectives.
• Contribute to the development and delivery of the sales strategy for assigned customers and markets, translating strategic objectives into actionable account plans.
• Coordinate internally with Sales Executives, Operations, Finance and Technical teams to ensure a seamless customer experience.
• Monitor account performance, customer satisfaction, and commercial terms, escalating issues where necessary and taking corrective action to maintain service and profitability.
• Provide accurate and timely reporting on account activity, forecasts, and risks to support sales team planning and strategic decision-making.

  Required experience:  

• Chemistry, Marketing, Languages or Business-related degree.
• Proven experience in international sales, technical service or customer relationship management.
• Key Account Management experience.
• Business proficiency in appropriate foreign language. (Desirable)
• Professional Sales and Key Account management training/qualifications. (Desirable)

  This is an outstanding opportunity to join a growing business within the chemical industry. To have the chance to work with some of the biggest accounts in the chemical market on a global level.   The role is a hybrid position based in the Manchester area, with travel to clients and customers c30%.   In return our client is offering c£45,000 - £50,000pa base salary, bonus and benefits.   *Please kindly note, whilst we endeavour to respond to all candidate applications, due to the very high response rate across our various advertising campaigns, we may only be able to reply to candidates who match the position, thank you.   About us:   Handley James Chemical are a UK based, international Search business, we pride ourselves on a personable and process driven approach ensuring the very best levels of service. As acknowledged specialists in a number of disciplines, we support the Chemical and associated industries by providing a truly consultative service to our clients and candidates alike. www.handleyjames.co.uk