Strategic Account Manager
JOB_53451114727367Job type
PermanentLocation
ChesterfieldWorking Pattern
Full-timeSpecialism
National Account ManagementIndustry
EngineeringPay
£45,000 to £50,000 + comms + car
Strategic Account Manager, Chesterfield, £45,000 to £50,000 + commission + car
Strategic Account Manager – UK (Remote with Travel)
Location: Chesterfield (with up to 25% travel)
Your new company
Join a global leader in industrial distribution and supply chain solutions, serving customers across sectors such as manufacturing, construction, utilities, and technology. This organisation is known for delivering value through innovation, operational excellence, and customer-centric service. With a strong presence across international markets, it supports complex procurement and logistics needs through tailored solutions and strategic partnerships.
Your new role
As a Strategic Account Manager, you’ll be responsible for nurturing and expanding relationships with key accounts that are critical to the long-term success of the business. You’ll work closely with internal sales teams and global account stakeholders to develop strategic plans, identify growth opportunities, and ensure customer satisfaction through value-driven solutions.
Key responsibilities include:
Supporting the execution of strategic account plans at named, high-impact clients.
Driving new business development through research, outreach, presentations, and deal closure.
Building and maintaining strong relationships with priority customer stakeholders.
Acting as a liaison between field teams and global accounts to pursue new agreements and increase wallet share.
Managing a pipeline of opportunities including renewals, projects, and share improvement initiatives.
Collaborating with suppliers and internal teams to develop tailored solutions.
Reporting on customer activity, opportunity status, and strategic progress.
What you'll need to succeed
You’ll bring at least 5 years of proven experience in outside sales or 3+ years in strategic account management. A strong track record of developing key relationships and driving business growth is essential. You should be confident working in a matrixed environment and managing multiple stakeholders.
You’ll thrive in this role if you:
I am a self-starter with excellent communication and negotiation skills.
Have a strategic mindset and the ability to identify and create opportunities.
I am proficient in CRM tools and Microsoft Office.
Are comfortable travelling up to 25% and managing remote relationships.
Have experience working across complex organisations and coordinating cross-functional teams.
What you'll get in return
Competitive salary and bonus potential
Comprehensive benefits package
Generous time off and flexible working
Professional development and learning opportunities
Supportive, high-performing team culture
If you’re passionate about strategic growth and building long-term client partnerships, we encourage you to apply.
Strategic Account ManagerJOB_534511147273672025-09-242025-12-22
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