Account Manager
Description
Salary: Starting basic up to £30,024 + commission
Contract: Full-time, permanent
Working hours: 9am-5pm, Mon-Fri - 35 hours per week
At Grundon, we love upskilling our employees with aspirations to progress their careers, hence seeking a new Account Manager to replace Joe, who has been promoted. So, if you enjoy building long-term relationships with customers, have at least two years’ account management experience and are excited by the prospect of working for a business with lots of (green) awards under its belt and over 12,000 customers of all shapes and sizes, including festivals, football clubs and airports, then read on.
What you'll be doing as Account Manager
Contract Manager-meets-Sales-Support in this varied job based at our office near Wallingford working with two salespeople (part of a wider team), but with travel involved as your territory covers Oxford, High Wycombe, Beaconsfield, Henley-on- Thames, Bicester, Milton Keynes, Kidlington, Banbury and surrounding areas.
You'll be managing and growing existing SME accounts whilst keeping a close eye on budgets, carrying out regular account reviews, converting enquiries into sales, and visiting customers and updating them on new innovations and legislation.
You'll also be making appointments for sales colleagues and working with our Transport and Finance teams to resolve operational issues and customer queries.
What we’re looking for in our Account Manager
A full valid driving licence is another 'must', and waste industry experience is a bonus.
Why Grundon – and what’s in it for you
We believe in nurturing talent and offer plenty of training and professional development opportunities. And, with more industry-leading facilities in the pipeline, a career with us is far from boring.
You can expect a perks and benefits package that includes:
- Company car
- Discretionary company bonuses
- Pension scheme (you contribute 5% of pay, Grundon matches this) with life insurance cover
- 30 days’ annual leave (inclusive of 8 bank holidays), which will increase with service, plus the option to buy up to 5 extra days' holiday
Ready to join us?
We interview as soon as strong applications come in, so don’t wait – apply now to become our next Account Manager and start your journey with a supportive and forward-thinking team.
Click apply now – we look forward to hearing from you!
(Please note: No agencies)
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About Grundon Waste Management
Since 1929, Grundon has been at the forefront of waste management and environmental services in the UK, advocating sustainable practices and revolutionising waste management. Here, the value of what you do resonates far beyond the typical workday.
If you're ready to roll up your sleeves and dive into a career that's both impactful and rewarding, you've come to the right place.
We're actively recruiting to fill a variety of roles – from Drivers and Technicians to Recycling Operatives, Transport Coordinators and many more. So, if you're ready to be the backbone of our operations, we'd love to hear from you.
But wait, there's more! We're not just about day-to-day operations, we're all about helping you grow, both personally and professionally. Get ready for training sessions that'll sharpen your skills faster than you can say "reduce, reuse, recycle." Plus, you'll enjoy exclusive perks like discounts on shopping (because who doesn't love a good deal?) and access to cheaper gym memberships to keep you feeling as fit as a perfectly sorted bin.
Oh, and did we mention our commitment to the community and the planet? That's right, we're not just about profits; we're about making a positive impact inside and outside of our depots too.