Central Employment are looking to recruit a results driven Sales Account Manager, to join an industry leading distribution organisation based in Teesside. Sales Account Manager job profile: As a key member of the team, you’ll be responsible for identifying potential business opportunities, building strong relationships, and delivering exceptional customer service throughout the sales lifecycle. Key Responsibilities: • Identify and prospect new business opportunities using telesales, LinkedIn outreach, and email approaches • Develop and manage a sales pipeline to ensure consistent lead generation and conversion. • Utilise various platforms and tools to uncover potential clients • Engage in meaningful conversations with decision-makers to assess their needs, offer solutions and pricing, and convert to customers • Build and manage your client base by providing ongoing support, ensuring high levels of satisfaction, and identifying opportunities for cross-selling • Maximise margins through effective pricing and negotiation, ensuring both competitive offerings and profitability • Build and maintain strong, lasting relationships with customers through regular check-ins and reviews • Keep accurate records of sales activities, opportunities, and client interactions in the CRM system • Provide feedback and insights to the management team for continuous improvement of the sales and pricing strategies Knowledge and Experience: • Proven ability to identify, prospect, and convert new business in a competitive marketplace • Strong experience with telesales, LinkedIn outreach, and email-based communication • Ability to effectively manage a sales pipeline, ensuring lead generation, conversion, and account growth • Competence in managing a diverse portfolio of clients, building long-lasting relationships by providing support, and ensuring customer satisfaction • Proactive approach to addressing potential problems before they escalate • Proven ability to meet or exceed targets in a competitive, fast-paced environment • Skilled in managing a sales pipeline and driving lead generation, conversion, and account growth • Ability to engage effectively with decision-makers at all levels and close sales with strong negotiation tactics to balance competitiveness with profitability