Key Account Manager

Key Account Manager l UK & European Travel

Up to £60,000 + Bonus + Company Car/Allowance + Benefits

I'm currently supporting a growing international manufacturer of specialist filtration and purification solutions in the appointment of a Key Account Manager.

This is an exciting opportunity to join a well-established international business and play a key role in managing strategic customer relationships while driving commercial growth across the UK and wider European market.

The Opportunity

This is a varied commercial role, offering a balanced mix of existing account management and new business development.

Working closely with customers and internal technical teams, you'll be responsible for developing long-term relationships, identifying new commercial opportunities and supporting continued business growth across multiple industrial sectors.

This position would suit someone who enjoys building trusted customer relationships whilst maintaining a proactive commercial mindset.

About You

We're looking for someone with experience in technical B2B sales or key account management who enjoys developing long-term customer relationships and identifying opportunities to grow both existing and new business.

Experience within one or more of the following sectors would be highly advantageous:

• Water Treatment
• Wastewater
• Industrial Filtration
• Air Filtration
• Process Chemicals
• Environmental Technologies
• Industrial Process Solutions
• Activated Carbon

We're interested in individuals who can demonstrate:

• Experience managing and developing key customer accounts
• A proactive approach to identifying and securing new business opportunities
• Strong relationship-building and stakeholder management skills
• Technical or consultative B2B sales experience
• Commercial awareness with a customer-focused approach
• Excellent communication and presentation skills
• The ability to work independently whilst collaborating with international colleagues
• Willingness to travel across the UK and Europe when required

A scientific or technical qualification would be advantageous but is not essential where supported by relevant commercial experience.

Candidates with around 5–10 years' experience who are looking to take the next step in their career are encouraged to apply.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage and develop strategic customer relationships across the UK and Europe
• Identify opportunities to increase revenue within existing customer accounts
• Develop new business opportunities across existing and emerging markets
• Understand customer requirements and provide commercially focused solutions
• Research target markets, customer sectors and competitor activity
• Deliver online and face-to-face customer presentations
• Maintain an accurate pipeline of prospects and customer opportunities
• Collaborate with internal colleagues to deliver an outstanding customer experience
• Attend customer meetings, exhibitions and industry events
• Contribute to the continued commercial growth of the business

Package

• Up to £60,000 basic salary (depending on experience)
• Annual performance bonus
• Company car or car allowance
• Pension
• Private medical insurance
• Income protection and death in service
• 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays (increasing with service)
• Hybrid with UK & European travel

If you'd like to find out more, I'd be delighted to arrange a confidential conversation.

Please apply or contact: hello@virtual-talent.com