Account Executive

Market Leader in Castors and WheelsSelling to End Users and OEMs Across Various SectorsGlobal Company Spanning Across Europe, Asia, and North and South AmericaClient Portfolio Includes Major Retail Chains and AirlinesGreat Opportunity for Sales Professionals to Progress in Their CareerThe Role: The Account Executive will cover a territory spanning the North of the UK, including but not limited to Birmingham, Nottingham, Leeds, York and Newcastle. This role involves providing a diverse range of caster and wheel products to end users (80%) and OEMs (20%) across sectors such as healthcare, construction, catering, retail, and airlines. As an Account Executive, you will forge relationships with decision-makers at all levels, ranging from purchasing managers to managing directors at the end-user level, as well as design engineers and procurement managers for OEMs. While inheriting existing accounts, you will have the autonomy to cultivate new ones, allocating your time between account management (40%) and new business development (60%)
The Company: Our client stands as a global front runner in the castor and wheel industry, firmly established in 14 countries worldwide. As the largest manufacturer and distributor of castors and wheels globally, they boast several world-renowned brands under their umbrella. With a substantial £9 million turnover in the UK market alone, this industry leader is eager to enlist an Account Executive who shares their passion for their products and is dedicated to nurturing enduring relationships with existing clients while actively pursuing new ones. For this Account Executive position, we are looking for individuals who meet the following criteria: Ideally experience with castors and wheels, but all candidates with a background in technical, mechanical or engineering sales will be considered.An engineering background is advantageous, but not mandatory.Forward-thinking candidates with great rapport building skills.Exceptional communications skills, both verbal and written are a must.Ideal candidates are those who embrace the opportunity to forge their own account base and are enthusiastic about starting fresh.Must have a full driving license.Benefits of this Account Executive role: £35,000 - £40,000 base salaryOTE: £3000 - £5000Fully expensed company car (hybrid)PensionLaptop, mobile25 days holidays + bank holidaysLocation: Birmingham, Leeds, Newcastle, Nottingham, Leicester, Sheffield, YorkDesired Skills and ExperienceIdeally experience with castors and wheels, but all candidates with a background in technical, mechanical or engineering product sales will be considered.An engineering background is advantageous, but not mandatory.Forward-thinking candidates with great rapport building skills.Exceptional communications skills, both verbal and written are a must.Ideal candidates are those who embrace the opportunity to forge their own account base and are enthusiastic about starting fresh.Must have a full driving license.