FTH Hire Group is one of the largest and fastest growing independent plant and tool hire companies in the UK, with nineteen depots across the South of England, Wales and Scotland. As a result of our ambitious growth plans, we are looking to add additional high calibre people to our growing business.
The Key Account Manager role provides a fantastic opportunity to contribute to the ongoing success as the business continues an exciting growth plan. This is a pivotal role within each of our local markets and provides opportunity for both Key Account Management and New Business Development as we look to further strengthen our market presence.
A background in the hire sector would be advantageous although not necessary, experience within a sales development environment role is essential.
Main Responsibilities:
Oversee, manage, and develop a defined portfolio of existing customer accounts
Manage the growth and development of company key accounts in line with business growth goals
Support and achieve delivery of sales growth targets for all FTH products and services
Research, develop and deliver customer account proposals and agreements
Identify and secure new business wins within defined territories in line with company sales revenue goals
Work with local and regional teams and internal Marketing team to identify and maximise FTH new business opportunities
Act as a brand ambassador across industry marketing and promotional opportunities
Provide regional team and the overall business with market intelligence and insights
Maximise customer awareness and trading performance via internal customer management platform
Provide point-of-contact resource to maximise customer end to end experience
Undertake and generate company sales performance reports as required to local management group
Obtain and manage hire enquiries and orders when required
What you will need to bring to the role
Effective organisational and communication skills
Committed to providing an industry leading service delivery approach to business development
Capable of developing strong client relationships
Strong presentation skills, both verbally and written
Confidence to work on own initiative
New business prospecting knowledge, skills and experience
Good planning and preparation skills
Flexible in approach to the role to meet business requirements
Self-Confident
Negotiating skills essential
Time management essential
Competent levels of IT understanding
Proven experience in selling products & services to end user
Entrepreneurial spirit
Commitment to self-development
High level of integrity and trust
Benefits:
- Sales bonus scheme (first year on-target earnings of 50k+ and with an uncapped OTE)
- Loyalty bonus scheme
- Pension - auto enrolment
- 29 days holiday, inclusive of Bank Holidays
- Perk Box
- Birthday Gift
Hours: Monday to Friday 7am to 5pm