Account Manager
Salary: circa £35,000 + bonus + benefits
Location: Office-based (UK) with occasional UK & European travel
The Role
We are recruiting an Account Manager for an established electronics manufacturing environment. This position is focused on managing and developing customer relationships while supporting the delivery of technically complex manufacturing projects.
You will act as the main point of contact for assigned customers, ensuring their requirements are understood and aligned with internal manufacturing capabilities. The role involves account management, project coordination, and identification of growth opportunities.
Key responsibilities include:
Managing customer relationships and expectations through clear, professional communication
Coordinating the transfer and implementation of new projects from development to production
Working closely with customer purchasing, engineering, and design teams
Identifying and developing new opportunities within existing accounts
Liaising with internal teams to ensure smooth delivery and high customer satisfaction
Processing sales orders and supporting the New Product Introduction (NPI) process
The Candidate
You will have experience in a customer-facing account management or technical sales role, ideally within an engineering or outsourced manufacturing environment.
Key requirements:
Strong commercial and negotiation skills
Confidence presenting to customers and internal stakeholders
Excellent communication and relationship-building ability
Strong organisation and time management skills
Calm, methodical approach under pressure
Analytical problem-solving capability
Proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel
Experience using MRP/ERP systems (desirable)
Working knowledge of automated SMT PCB assembly (desirable)
Package
Salary circa £35,000
Sales-based bonus scheme
Private healthcare
Enhanced holiday entitlement
Enhanced family leave
Employee Assistance Programme
Additional Information
This is an office-based role with occasional UK and European travel.
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