Account Manager - Life Sciences

Northern England An exciting new role has been created for an experienced Account Manager to join an international organisation. You will be identifying and developing new business opportunities and carrying out business development activities for the Life Science product lines including pharmaceuticals, agrochemicals and water treatment. Reporting to the Business Unit Manager and closely working with the technical, sales and purchasing teams. You will be home based with significant UK travel and regular visits to your local office. Key Responsibilities: * Identify and develop new business opportunities and business development * Build, manage and convert the sales pipeline * Manage and develop my customer accounts, portfolio and market territories * Grow existing Customer spends, improve profitability, and develop the sales product portfolio * Manage and create strong, trusted relationships with customers to maintain, grow and improve profitability * Prepare sales quotes and agree and set terms of trade * Work closely with and support the business support and procurement teams * Proactively seek to support and lead process improvement initiatives * Participate in regular departmental sales meetings Ideal Candidate: * Strong commercial and sales background, ideally gained through experience in chemical industry sales * A strong commercial acumen with high regard for accuracy and is confident navigating and presenting commercial data with the Team. * Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the confidence to engage with stakeholders of all levels and backgrounds * Working knowledge of MS Office and internet-based software applications (CRM Sales Force etc…) * You must have a full UK driving license and the right to work in the UK, sponsorship is not available. This is a field based role with regular visits to your local office. You are expected to spend significant time on the road visiting your existing and prospective client base. There is a great salary and benefits package including pension and company car. You will be supported and encouraged in your personal and professional development. Empowered to make decisions within the remit of your role and encouraged to engage in organisational decisions for the continual improvement of the company