Key Account Manager - Aftermarket Engineering

Nicholas Associates

The Role

Overview

Manage existing and new aftermarket spares accounts across UK, Ireland & Scandinavia.

Key Responsibilities

  • account management
  • customer retention
  • new business
  • portfolio management
  • spare parts
  • aftermarket

Tasks

As Key Account Manager, you will manage a portfolio of customers throughout the UK, Ireland and Scandinavia. The role will be 80% account management, looking after previous customers to ensure that they continue to but their spares and aftermarket from you. The other 20% will be targeting non-customers who are still potentially able to buy spares and aftermarket supplies from you.

Requirements

  • account manager
  • crm
  • hnc
  • driving licence
  • commercial awareness
  • relationship building

What You Bring

Visa : You MUST have the right to work in the UK without restriction Driving Licence : A full UK driving licence is essential with no more than 6 points and no convictions for drink or drug driving Age : Due to motor insurance requirements, you MUST be over 25 years of age This isn't a particularly technical sale although some knowledge and understanding of mechanical engineering / metals manufacturing or similar will be extremely beneficial. -Proven experience of working as an Account Manager, Key Account Manager, Sales Manager or Business Development Manager in an engineering / manufacturing environment -Able to travel throughout the UK, Ireland and Scandinavia -Proficient with CRM systems -Technical or business qualification to HNC level -Commercially aware -Full UK driving licence -Strong relationship building abilities -Good interpersonal skills

Benefits

Salary Package : Basic c £50,000-£55,000 plus car and benefits. Bonus on overachieving budget Hybrid : No - the role will be office based in South Yorkshire if not out with customers Your customer base will consist of engineering managers, factory managers, maintenance managers, site managers and general managers. It isn't an "ivory tower" sell ; expect to be in some pretty "mucky" environments.

The Company

About Nicholas Associates

-The company focuses on delivering high-quality talent solutions across multiple industries, offering specialized expertise in recruitment and consulting. -Nicholas Associates is particularly well-regarded for its work in sectors such as energy, infrastructure, and industrial. -With decades of experience, they have developed a deep understanding of client needs, making them a go-to partner for complex projects. -The company has an impressive portfolio of delivering critical projects across commercial, residential, and industrial sectors. -Through their targeted recruitment and consultancy services, Nicholas Associates has a reputation for matching top-tier talent to challenging roles. -Their industry insights help clients navigate complex project demands, whether in construction, energy, or large-scale infrastructure developments.

Sector Specialisms

Construction

Engineering

Technical

Manufacturing

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