Senior Account Manager

Response Colchester, England, United Kingdom

Response Colchester, England, United Kingdom

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We are seeking a confident, ambitious Senior Account Manager to join a well-established, family-run Educational Supplies business based in Colchester. With over 50 years’ experience in the sector and a client base of more than 2,000 schools across London and the South East, this is an exciting opportunity to take ownership of your own sales territory and make a real impact on business growth.

This is a dynamic, dual-focused sales role, combining proactive telephone-based sales with face-to-face client visits. You will be responsible for building new relationships, expanding existing accounts, and driving revenue across a broad range of products, including exclusive, high-quality brands.

• Own and grow a dedicated sales territory, delivering on ambitious revenue targets
• Identify and convert new business opportunities
• Manage and develop existing accounts to maximise customer value and retention
• Build strong, lasting client relationships through a professional, consultative approach
• Monitor market trends and competitor activity to inform your sales strategy
• Report regularly on performance metrics including sales growth, margins, and pipeline

• Proven track record in sales, account management, or business development (3–5 years)
• Strong ability to generate new business and nurture existing client relationships
• Confident communicator, capable of engaging clients over the phone and in person
• Self-motivated, organised, and target-driven
• Commercially aware with strong negotiation skills
• Full UK driving licence (maximum 6 points)

• Competitive salary up to £60,000 + generous commission (OTE up to £80,000)
• Your own dedicated sales territory with a mix of new and established customers
• Comprehensive Sales Induction Programme, supported by our in-house sales coach
• Career progression through a tiered sales structure to more senior roles
• Ongoing coaching, training, and access to Linked In Learning
• The chance to work in a supportive, family-run business where your achievements are recognised and rewarded

• Mid-Senior level

• Full-time

• Sales and Business Development

• Wholesale

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