Account Manager / Senior Account Manager - IT Sales Business Development
Location: Sheffield HQ - candidates welcome from Nottinghamshire, Derbyshire, South Yorkshire or West Yorkshire (M1 corridor). Hybrid role (negotiable depending on circumstances).
Salary & Rewards
Account Manager: £30,000-£50,000 basic
Senior Account Manager: £40,000-£60,000 basic
Uncapped commission + performance bonuses!
Clear progression pathways into senior, enterprise, or leadership positionsAbout the Role
Applause IT are working with an established multi office IT technology VAR looking to grow it's IT sales team where you'll manage key client relationships, develop new business, and deliver innovative technology solutions across cloud, cybersecurity, infrastructure and managed services.
We're open to talking to strong Account Managers / Business Development Managers ready to step up - or proven Senior Account Managers (Account Director Level) experienced in leading complex deals and shaping account strategy.
Key Responsibilities
Client & Account Management
Act as the primary contact for key accounts, building long-term relationships.
Understand client objectives and map relevant IT solutions to their needs.
Provide informed, strategic advice on technology trends and opportunities.Sales & Business Development
Develop and execute account plans to exceed revenue targets.
Identify and convert new opportunities across existing and new customers.
Lead full sales cycles from prospecting through to closing.
Negotiate high-value deals (senior level).Collaboration & Delivery
Work with technical, marketing, and delivery teams to ensure seamless solution delivery.
Prepare proposals, quotes and product demos.
Resolve client issues effectively.
Mentor junior sales colleagues (senior level).Strategy, Forecasting & Reporting
Maintain accurate CRM and pipeline records.
Provide sales forecasts and performance updates.
Analyse market trends and competitor activity.Skills & Experience
3+ years in IT sales / account management (5+ for Senior).
Good understanding of IT solutions: cloud, cybersecurity, infrastructure, networking, managed services.
Demonstrable record of meeting or exceeding sales targets.
Strong communication, negotiation and presentation skills.
Experience handling multiple accounts or complex sales cycles.
Proficiency in CRM systems and Microsoft Office.Preferred Attributes
Experience with public and private sector clients.
Vendor certifications (AWS, Microsoft, Cisco, etc.) at the more Snr Level
Strategic, proactive and commercially astute mindset.
Comfortable in a fast-paced, target-driven environment.
Able to travel to client sites; driving may be required depending on territory.Benefits
Pension & healthcare
Professional development and certification support
Hybrid working
Supportive culture with opportunities for progressionSend CV now to find out more