Key Account Manager

Location Wallingford
Discipline: Business Support
Job type: Permanent
Salary: £30000 - £35000 per annum + + Car and Bonus
Contact name: Daniel Walker

Contact email: daniel.walker@rightnowgroup.co.uk
Job ref: JOB-2324_1747395904
Published: about 13 hours ago
Startdate: ASAP

Are you a Key Account Manager or have background in sales?

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a growing and financially secure business delivering innovative waste solutions to a portfolio of SME clients. We're looking for someone commercially minded, customer-focused, and confident managing client relationships in a competitive, fast-paced sector.

Your role will focus on retaining and growing existing accounts, promoting best-value waste management services, and identifying opportunities to upsell new solutions and technologies.

Job Type: Full-Time Permanent

Job Title: Customer Account Manager

Salary: Up to £35,000 + Vehicle and Bonus

Hours: Monday to Friday 9:00 - 17:00

Location: Ewelme

Please note: A full UK drivers license is required for this role.

Role Responsibilities of the Key Account Manager:

  • Manage and grow a portfolio of SME customers using tailored waste management solutions.
  • Maintain regular contact with clients, delivering exceptional service and building strong long-term relationships.
  • Provide expert advice on waste legislation, innovations, and environmental best practices.
  • Identify upselling opportunities and support sales initiatives to grow revenue within your portfolio.
  • Carry out regular service reviews to ensure contracts remain commercially viable and operationally effective.
  • Generate new appointments and support the wider sales team with leads and insights.
  • Liaise with operations and logistics teams to ensure seamless service delivery
  • Resolve contractual or service-related issues promptly, maintaining client satisfaction.

Desirable Skills

  • At least 2 years' experience in account or contract management.
  • Previous experience in the waste management or environmental services industry.
  • Excellent communication, presentation, and customer service skills.
  • Commercially aware, with the ability to analyse contract profitability and service value.
  • Strong organisation and time management, with the ability to multitask across clients.