Account Manager

Key Account Manager – Industrial B2B Sales at our global industrial technology manufacturing company.

Location:

Slough / Berkshire (Hybrid Working)

Salary:
Circa £40,000 Basic + £5,000 OTE + Car or Car Allowance + Excellent Benefits

We are recruiting on behalf of a highly successful, globally recognized manufacturer operating within the industrial technology sector. This is an exciting opportunity for a dynamic, commercially driven Key Account Manager with a proven track record in B2B account management, customer relationship development and revenue growth.

The successful candidate will join an established Industrial Division, taking responsibility for a portfolio of strategic industrial customers across Europe. Initially, the focus will be on managing and developing existing key accounts before progressing into identifying and securing new business opportunities.

This role would particularly suit an ambitious Account Manager seeking a long-term career opportunity within a technically advanced manufacturing environment. An engineering qualification or technical background would be highly advantageous, enabling effective engagement with technical stakeholders and engineering teams.

Working as part of a collaborative international sales team, you will be responsible for managing key business relationships, driving account growth and supporting the continued success of the Industrial Division. You will be comfortable conducting face-to-face meetings with stakeholders at all levels, from procurement and purchasing teams to senior leadership and director-level contacts. This is a hybrid role combining home working, office attendance and regular European travel.

• Manage and develop a portfolio of 3-5 key industrial B2B accounts.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with customers across multiple European markets.
• Develop strategic account plans to maximise revenue and customer retention.
• Analyse account performance and prepare management reports.
• Conduct customer reviews, business meetings and growth planning sessions.
• Identify opportunities for account expansion, cross-selling and future business development.
• Monitor market trends, competitor activity and industry developments.
• Collaborate closely with technical, operational and commercial teams.
• Present commercial proposals and account reviews to customers and senior stakeholders.
• Support future new business acquisition activities as the role develops.

• Proven experience as a Key Account Manager, Account Manager, Business Development Manager or similar B2B sales professional.
• Experience managing strategic customer accounts within an industrial, manufacturing, engineering, technical or technology‑led environment.
• Strong commercial awareness and relationship management skills.
• Experience creating and implementing account development strategies.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement abilities.
• Strong Microsoft Office skills, particularly Excel.
• Full UK driving licence.
• Valid passport and willingness to travel internationally.
• Fluent English language skills, both written and verbal.

• Engineering qualification, engineering education or technical background.
• Experience presenting to diverse audiences using PowerPoint.
• International sales or account management experience.
• Experience working within a global manufacturing or technology organisation.
• Ability to analyse market data and conduct commercial research.

• Basic circa £40,000.
• Performance bonus scheme (£5,000 OTE).
• Company car or allowance.
• Company pension contribution.
• Life assurance (4x salary).
• Mobile phone and laptop.
• Employee Assistance Programme.
• Hybrid working.
• Flexible working hours.
• 20 days annual leave plus statutory holidays.
• Ongoing training and career development within a growing international business.