The Opportunity
We're looking for a commercially minded Strategic Account Manager to take ownership of a defined territory in South of England. The role combines account management with new business development, strengthening existing relationships while opening opportunities across diverse industries.
Success comes from strategic thinking and hands-on execution: listening to customer needs, delivering tailored solutions, and achieving results.
Ambitious, solution-driven, and motivated by achievement, you thrive on solving problems and want to grow your career with a business that values ambition and progress.
About Us
Metalwash keeps British industry moving with smarter parts-cleaning. Established in 1995, we specialise in the rental and service of industrial parts-washing systems - manual and automated aqueous units, ultrasonic cleaners, paint-gun cleaners and dip tanks - backed by nationwide service coverage. Our water-based solutions help customers boost productivity, cut downtime and meet safety and environmental goals, with transparent contracts and responsive on-site support.
Small in size but big in ambition and success, we are part of the Safetykleen Group. This gives our people the best of both worlds: the agility of a specialist business with the scale, resources, and career opportunities of a global organisation.
If you're excited by hands-on engineering and real-world problem-solving, you'll feel at home here
Benefits
* Base salary: £30,000 – £36,000
* Uncapped commission: OTE £50,000 – £70,000 per annum
* 25 days holiday plus 8 Bank Holidays.
* 5% Contributory Pension scheme.
* Family Life assurance of 3 times life cover salary.
* Private healthcare scheme from day 1.
* Enhanced maternity and paternity pay.
* Corporate discount scheme focussed on your wellbeing, including discounted Virgin Active Gym membership – and Gymflex.
* Taste Card Membership discount.
* Discount and cashback at many retailers.
* Cycle to work scheme.
* Employee Assistance Program with 24/7 confidential helpline support for employees
* We provide support and access to a range of internal and external courses to help and progress your career with us.
Into the detail....
* Manage and grow a defined customer portfolio, ensuring retention and delivering an excellent customer experience.
* Proactively develop new business through targeted prospecting, appointments, and structured sales activity.
* Conduct effective customer meetings to understand requirements and provide tailored solutions.
* Analyse territory potential and plan strategically to maximise growth.
* Build and maintain a strong sales pipeline, reporting accurately on progress and providing robust forecasts.
* Foster effective working relationships with internal teams to ensure customer satisfaction and swift resolution of issues.
* Actively participate in training, sales meetings, and development opportunities to enhance performance.
We look forward to hearing from you,