Account Manager (Industrial / Electrical Products)

Chelmsford
5 days ago
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Account Manager (Industrial / Electrical Products)

£40,000 - £45,000 + Commission + Career Progression + Training + Enhanced Holiday + Benefits

Chelmsford (Office-based with occasional travel)

Are you an Account Manager with an electrical background looking to join a specialist engineering manufacturer?

Do you want to be part of a close-knit team offering structured training, long-term progression, and the opportunity to develop alongside an established European business?

This company is the UK arm of an established European engineering manufacturer. They supply specialist electrical control, monitoring, and safety products including relays, timers, and associated systems to industrial, infrastructure, and railway customers, working closely with OEMs, panel builders, and system integrators.

In this role, you will manage and develop customer accounts, providing technical sales support and identifying new business opportunities. You will prepare quotations, liaise with internal and European teams, and build long-term relationships with industrial and infrastructure customers.

This role would suit an Account Manager from an electrical background looking to develop their career within a technically focused engineering business.

The Role:

Manage and develop a portfolio of customer accounts
Provide technical advice and support on electrical products
Identify and pursue new business opportunities
Prepare quotations, proposals, and presentations
Negotiate contracts and close sales
Maintain CRM records and report sales activity

The Person:

Electrical qualification or background (HND/HNC or equivalent)
B2B sales experience, ideally in technical or industrial products
Full UK driving licenceIf you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV.

Keywords: Account Manager, B2B Sales, Electrical Products, Technical Sales, Industrial Automation, Safety Relays, Timers, Control Systems, Industrial Equipment, Chelmsford

Reference Number: BBBH23472

We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitable candidates. The salary advertised is a guideline for this position. The offered remuneration will be dependent on the extent of your experience, qualifications, and skillset.

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