Key Account Manager (Field Based, GB)

Unleash Your Potential as a Key Account Manager at RS

Are you an ambitious and experienced sales professional looking for a role where you can truly make an impact and drive your career forward? RS, a global leader in industrial solutions, is seeking a driven Key Account Manager to join their dynamic and innovative sales team. This is an exceptional opportunity to become part of a company that actively invests in its people, providing them with the resources and support needed to achieve success and excel.

This role offers a modern, hybrid working model, blending valuable field-based engagement with customer site visits and remote work. If you thrive on building relationships, solving complex challenges, and operating within a supportive and forward-thinking environment, this opportunity is designed for you.

What You'll Be Doing:

As a Key Account Manager covering Suffolk and surrounding areas, you will be the primary point of contact for a diverse portfolio of clients across various industries. Your mission will be to deeply understand their unique needs and challenges, offering top-tier solutions that elevate their business and expand your portfolio's success. Key responsibilities include:

• Identifying and capitalizing on revenue potential within your assigned accounts.
• Developing and executing robust business plans to surpass sales and profit targets.
• Cultivating a thorough understanding of customer businesses, market dynamics, and competitive landscapes.
• Maintaining meticulous and up-to-date customer records.
• Collaborating effectively with internal account management teams and other departments to ensure seamless delivery of sales objectives.

Key Advantages for Your Career Path:

RS is committed to your professional growth. This role offers:

• Continuous Learning & Development: Expect comprehensive training, ongoing support, and clear pathways for career progression. RS empowers its employees to learn and grow.
• Diverse Client Interaction: Engage with a wide array of businesses, providing you with invaluable experience and exposure to different market sectors.
• Solution-Led Approach: You'll be empowered to take a proactive, problem-solving approach, making a tangible difference for your clients.
• Strategic Impact: The opportunity to develop and implement strategic business plans, directly influencing sales and profit outcomes.
• Collaborative Environment: Work within a world-class sales team and build valuable internal relationships.
• Hybrid Flexibility: Enjoy the benefits of a hybrid work model, offering a balance between field presence and remote work.

What You'll Bring to the Team:

To excel in this role, you should possess:

• Proven experience in a field-based sales role with a strong emphasis on account management.
• A track record of working effectively against KPIs and sales targets.
• An open-minded and adaptable approach, embracing change and new ideas.
• A natural talent for building strong, lasting relationships.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• A strategic mindset with a proven ability in planning and execution.
• A valid driving license is essential for field-based activities.
• Bonus: Experience with Salesforce CRM or previous B2B sales environments would be highly beneficial.

What RS Offers You:

Beyond a competitive salary and the standard benefits expected from a FTSE-listed company, RS is dedicated to fostering a truly inclusive and supportive work environment. You'll benefit from:

• An annual performance bonus.
• Enhanced maternity and paternity leave.
• Private healthcare coverage.
• Innovative Family & Individual Friendly Policies: RS is leading the way with comprehensive support for employees, including:
  • Financial assistance for managing ongoing health conditions.
  • Dedicated support for neurodiverse colleagues and their families.
  • Programs tailored to women's health needs, from fertility to menopause support.
  • Exceptional healthcare coverage that includes specialized support for trans and non-binary colleagues, such as voice coaching and gender affirmation surgery.
  • Inclusive fertility coverage, including IVF for lesbian couples, and support for surrogacy and adoption.
• A commitment to your wellbeing and professional development.
• The opportunity to be part of a company with a strong ESG (Environmental, Social, and Governance) action plan.

RS is more than just a company; it's a community of over 2000 colleagues in the UK region dedicated to "Making amazing happen for a better world." If you're curious, empathetic, and ready to embrace new ways of working, join us and unleash your brilliance!