Office based Account Manager Working for a market leading business within the kitchen and interiors industry. Main Purpose To maximise the sales of colours in kitchen studios and fabricators. The desk-based account manager will be responsible for sales revenue to fabricators and servicing fabricator accounts. They will set up terms, provide quotations and any marketing collateral. They will also form relationships. The account manager will also be responsible for demand creation through the kitchen and bathroom (K&B) channel and will support the kitchen designers in effectively promoting the business at the point of sale. The account manager will conduct product knowledge sessions with the designers, and promote the colour collection. Also providing support to the field-based sales team as when appropriate. Main Duties * Achieve team sales revenue, average selling price (ASP) and slab volume targets as agreed with Regional Sales Manager. * Set annual purchasing goals and evaluate performance against those goals. * Retain and grow business with all existing accounts and new accounts. Evaluate the top accounts by potential, loyalty and willingness to work with the business. Identify and develop new business opportunities. * Analyse competitor pricing and tactics. Suggest and implement strategy to outflank competitors. * Ensure that sufficient quality control is in place at the fabrication units. Ensure that all fabricators are properly trained on the businesses fabrication policy. Provide ongoing training and product knowledge to fabricators. * Provision and maintenance of current samples and other marketing collateral. * Form professional relationships with decision makers. * Provision and maintenance of current samples and other marketing collateral at point of sale. Implementing the marketing exposure strategy to drive demand. * Propose the businesses display installations in appropriate Kitchen Studios to marketing team. Ensure display program effectiveness in the field while evaluating return on investment * Analyse competitor pricing and tactics. Suggest and implement strategy to outflank competitors. * Implement and evaluate sales loyalty programs at the retail level. Introduce sales & marketing programs to customer base * Provide ongoing training and product knowledge for interior designers * Collect & enter accurate data into the Salesforce CRM system for each customer communication. * Present at sales meetings as directed * Attendance at internal business meetings and trade shows. PERSON SPECIFICATION Experience Essential: environment. Desirable:A & bathroom or work surfaces industry. Experience of working with a premium brand. Education / Qualifications Essential : English and Maths to grade C GCSE or equivalent. Desirable : A levels, a university degree or Professional qualification. Skills and Knowledge Essential: Excellent interpersonal, communication and time management skills. Computer literacy experience of Microsoft Word, Outlook and Excel. Basic sales and training skills. Ability to journey plan in given area. Desirable: Commercial awareness. A knowledge of the kitchen & bathroom or work surfaces industry. Personal Attributes Able to work on own initiative. Able to work effectively for and with a number of employees. Calm temperament. Polite and co-operative. Methodical and organised in approach Job Type: Full-time Pay: £22,972.29-£35,000.00 per year Additional pay: * Bonus scheme Benefits: * Company pension * Employee discount * Life insurance * On-site parking * Private dental insurance * Private medical insurance Schedule: * Monday to Friday