Job Description
Internal Account Manager – Household Chemical Ingredients\nLocation: Leeds (Office-Based)\nType: Full-Time, Permanent\nDriving License & Access to a Vehicle Required\n\nA leading name in the distribution of speciality and chemical products is seeking an enthusiastic and commercially focused Internal Account Manager to join their growing team in Leeds. This is a fantastic opportunity for a sales-driven professional with experience in inside sales management, ideally from chemical industries.\n\nThis office-based role is perfect for someone who thrives on customer engagement, building strong commercial relationships, and delivering results in a fast-paced, product-driven environment.\n\nThis is an excellent opportunity for an ambitious internal sales professional looking to build a rewarding career in a specialist market. If you’re ready to take the next step in a commercially focused role, I’d love to hear from you.\n\nKey Responsibilities:\n\n * Manage and grow existing customer accounts within the Household sector (chemicals & ingredients for those sectors).\n\n * Promote a diverse portfolio of speciality products and value-added services.\n\n * Drive profitable growth by identifying opportunities, converting leads, and securing repeat business.\n\n * Schedule and conduct customer meetings (virtual and face-to-face), working to set sales and contact quotas.\n\n * Maintain accurate customer records and activity logs using CRM systems, including quotations, samples, and visit notes.\n\n * Collaborate with Technical Sales Managers and other internal stakeholders to maximise commercial opportunities.\n\n * Resolve customer queries efficiently and build lasting relationships that foster loyalty and trust.\n\n * Monitor sales trends, track performance, and report on competitor activity.\n\n * Contribute to pricing and quoting processes, ensuring competitiveness and commercial viability.\n\nCandidate Profile:\n\n * Proven experience in internal sales, account management, or customer-facing roles.\n\n * Background in chemical ingredients is highly desirable.\n\n * A proactive, self-motivated approach with strong commercial instincts.\n\n * Confident negotiator and communicator, able to build rapport quickly.\n\n * Well-organised and able to manage multiple priorities effectively.\n\n * Comfortable working closely with sales teams and cross-functional departments.\n\n * Full UK driving license and access to a vehicle – essential.\n\n * Proficient with CRM systems, MS Office, and general IT tools.\n\nIn Return:\n\n * A collaborative, supportive office environment with training and development opportunities\n\n * The chance to work with well-established customers and an extensive product range in a niche sector\n\n * A stable and growing business with long-term career prospects