Key Account Manager

Laborare Group Limited
Leeds
6 days ago
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Job Title:Key Account Manager

Location:United Kingdom (Remote with regular client travel)

Salary:Competitive + Bonus + Car Allowance + Benefits

About Us

Our client are a leading provider of specialty and commodity chemicals across the UK and Ireland, serving industries such as pharmaceuticals, cosmetics, HI&I, coatings, inks, adhesives, sealants and water treatment. With a commitment to innovation, sustainability, and customer success, we partner with some of the world’s most respected organizations.

We are now seeking an experienced and results-drivenKey Account Managerto join our commercial team and lead strategic account relationships across a portfolio of key clients across the UK&I.


Role Overview

As a Key Account Manager, you will be responsible for maintaining and growing relationships with our most important clients. You will act as the main point of contact, driving business development, identifying new opportunities, and ensuring high levels of client satisfaction. This role requires a strong commercial mindset, understanding of large product portfolios/services and applications, and the ability to build long-term partnerships.


Key Responsibilities

  • Manage a portfolio of high-value multiple site accounts across the UK and Ireland
  • Develop strategic account plans to drive growth and retention
  • Identify and capitalize on new business opportunities within existing accounts
  • Collaborate with technical and product teams to meet customer requirements
  • Monitor market trends, competitor activity, and customer feedback
  • Prepare and deliver presentations, proposals, and contract negotiations
  • Attend industry events, client meetings, and trade shows


Requirements

  • Proven experience in key/corporate account management or sales within the chemical industry (5+ years preferred)
  • Degree in Chemistry or related science or business related discipline
  • Excellent communication, negotiation, and relationship-building skills
  • Ability to with internal and external stakeholders to manage complex accounts
  • Willingness to travel across the UK and Ireland as needed


What We Offer

  • Competitive base salary + performance-based bonus (£20-30k pa), Company car or car allowance, Pension scheme,
  • Career development and training opportunities
  • A supportive, innovative, and collaborative team environment

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