We are SGS – the world's leading testing, inspection and certification company. We are recognized as the global benchmark for sustainability, quality and integrity. Our 99,600 employees operate a network of 2,600 offices and laboratories, working together to enable a better, safer and more interconnected world. Our brand promise – when you need to be sure – underscores our commitment to trust, integrity and reliability.
SGS’s Industries and Environment services help businesses ensure safety, sustainability, and compliance through testing, inspection, certification, and consulting—supporting sectors from manufacturing to infrastructure and environmental management.
Job Description
ROLE OVERVIEW
* Job Title: Account Manager
* Job Type: Permanent
* Location: Ellesmere Port
* Hours: Monday to Friday 9am to 5pm - on site
* Salary: £25,000 to £28,500 depending upon experience per annum
* Industry: Industries & Environment
MAIN PURPOSE OF THE ROLE
* Managing and growing Key Accounts in the business
* Delivering exceptional customer service through regular communication, attending meetings online or face to face
* Ensuring all projects are running to schedule and delivering updates to key internal and external stakeholders
* Track revenue for all accounts against budget vs forecasting on a monthly basis
* Creating reports from within internal and external databases
Qualifications
The ideal candidate for this role is someone who has experience in account management within Engineering, Industrial or scientific sectors
You will be required to have the following:
* Customer Service or Project Management qualification
* Previous account management experience
* Strong IT skills, including the use of MS Office and recognized databases
* Experience managing a portfolio of multiple accounts
* Full driving license for use in the UK
Additional Information
At SGS, we believe in rewarding our employees for their hard work and commitment. As part of our team, you would be eligible for:
* Performance related bonus (discretionary and subject to eligibility criteria)
* Private medical cover (subject to eligibility criteria)
* Competitive pension scheme + Life Assurance
* Generous Annual Leave allowance (increasing with service) plus bank holidays
* An additional day off for your birthday
* Retailer Discounts
* Enhanced maternity/paternity and adoption pay
* Length of Service Awards
* Christmas Vouchers
* Discounted Gym Membership
SGS is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and as such we recruit, hire, train, and promote persons in all job classifications without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, national origin, disability, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetics, status as a protected veteran, or any other characteristics protected by law.
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