Account Manager.

Location: St Albans, HertfordshireHours: Monday to Friday, 08:30 – 17:30Salary: £28,000 – £30,000 basic up to £5,000 bonus pensionAbout the businessWe are working with a long-established and highly reputable UK business that has been operating for nearly 40 years.With a strong reputation for service, reliability, and long-term client relationships, the business operates as part of a larger, financially strong logistics group, offering excellent stability and long-term career development opportunities.The company continues to grow through both organic development and strategic acquisitions, with a strong focus on customer retention and new business development.The roleThis is a key position within the commercial and operations team, responsible for managing and developing existing customer relationships while also supporting new business activity.You will act as a key point of contact for clients, helping to deliver a high level of service while ensuring commercial opportunities are maximised.Key responsibilitiesBuild and maintain strong relationships with existing clientsPrepare and calculate quotationsSupport account growth and identify new opportunities within existing clientsLiaise with suppliers and internal teams to build competitive pricingAttend client meetings (where required)Maintain accurate records, reports, and KPI dataProvide a high level of customer service and communication at all timesExperience requiredStrong B2B sales or customer service experienceConfidence handling customer and supplier negotiationsExperience managing or developing client relationshipsStrong numerical ability and attention to detailGood IT skills, particularly Excel, Outlook, Word, and PowerPointPersonal attributesConfident and professional communicator (written and verbal)Positive, proactive, and commercially mindedStrong work ethic with a can-do attitudeComfortable working in a fast-paced environmentHigh attention to detailCalm under pressure and able to manage deadlines effectivelyWhat's on offerCompetitive basic salary of £28,000 – £30,000Performance-related bonus up to £5,000Contributory pension schemeStable, long-established business with strong financial backingClear opportunity for progression within a growing group structure#J-18808-Ljbffr