Sales Account Manager

Citrus Recruit are excited to be recruiting for an Sales Account Manager to cover the Northeast. Our client is an automotive insurance-based company, who operate across the UK and Europe.The company are a leading provider of insurance and warranties into the automotive market, your role will be meeting and speaking to independent and franchised dealerships across your patch.We are looking for someone who can provide a high-quality account management and be driven to drive sales across the area.The role is remote position, but you must live within these postcodes NE, DH, TS, DL, HG or YO.Responsibilities & day to day dutiesAs an Sales Account Manager you will be responsible for:Establishing and maintaining productive and professional relationships with new and existing independent and franchised dealerships to grow the revenue in your patch.Driving the business forward by aiming to exceed targets set by the businessSuccessfully manage accounts by implementing effective strategies, analysing performance, and suggesting improvement for the client where requiredTracking performance by producing sales forecasting reports on a monthly, quarterly, and annual basisRegularly researching and looking for potential new business leads and market opportunities, then presenting to them to win the business.Skills & experience required.Proven track record of sales achievement - preferably selling into the automotive industriesHighly competent in the use of all modern IT systems and the use of CRM toolsSolid customer service attitude with excellent negotiation skillsAnalytical skills with a problem-solving attitudeExperience in the automotive sectorBenefitsSalary up to £38,000 + Bonus£7000 car allowance25 days holidayBirthday day off + Buy annual leave schemeDeath in ServiceCritical illnessPrivate HealthcarePension after 3 months, 5% employee contribution, 4% employer contributionCycle to Work schemePrivate medical insuranceCitrus Recruit acts as an employment business when introducing candidates for permanent employment with a client. We take pride in being an equal opportunity employer that celebrates diversity. Our commitment to inclusion means that we seek out the best candidates for every role, regardless of their gender, age, race, sexual orientation, disability, religion, or any other protected characteristic.While we make every effort to reach out to all candidates. If you don't receive a response within 7 days of applying, please understand that your application has not progressed on this occasion. Please review our website for further and upcoming opportunities.TPBN1_UKTJ