Sales Account Manager

Job summary A great opportunity has arisen for an experienced Sales Account Manager to join our Sales and Marketing team in Banbury. The aim of this role is to support the Sales and Marketing strategy at Oxford Pharmacy Store (OPS), an NHS owned UK pharmaceutical wholesaler, with a focus on driving business development, supporting internal and external communications and assisting on key customer and supplier relationship management. The role requires an enthusiastic individual, ideally with recognised qualifications and recent demonstrable experience in a senior commercial, marketing and/or sales role and will be expected to work autonomously with limited supervision with freedom to act in their role, whilst ensuring the achievement of personal objectives, including revenue growth. You will need an understanding of current NHS and UK medicines supply chain. The role is flexible, Banbury base with working from home and office, as required. Main duties of the job Develop and implement brand and corporate identity strategies for OPS. Provide input into budgeting for marketing initiatives. Establish and maintain commercial projects, underpinned by market research and data analysis, to increase revenues. Deputise for the Sales and Marketing Manager as appropriate. Work autonomously with limited supervision while ensuring the achievement of personal objectives, including revenue growth. Implement and develop the Sales and Marketing strategy at OPS, with an aim to increase revenue and enhance the OPS brand, assisting in the development of the annual sales and marketing plan. Drive business development in collaboration with the Sales and Marketing team. Support development and implementation of marketing projects, campaigns and initiatives. Maintain and produce OPS publications and marketing materials. Actively promote OPS products and services and search out new business opportunities. Develop and implement effective sales strategies to increase revenues. Implement and develop an enhanced customer relations programme, managing customer relationships. Support relationship management and alliances with key suppliers and partners. Prepare data in response to external tenders to supply goods and /or services. Support IT strategy and the development of the OPSs IT resources and capabilities. Provide maintenance of the OPS website and online presence, including social media. Line manage the Marketing and Communications Officer and Customer Service Representatives. Deputise for the Sales and Marketing Manager in his/her absence including staff management responsibilities. About us Oxford Health NHS Foundation Trust provides physical, mental health and social care for people of all ages across Oxfordshire, Buckinghamshire, Swindon, Wiltshire, Bath and North East Somerset. Our services are delivered at community bases, hospitals, clinics and people's homes, delivering care as close to home as possible. Our vision is that no matter who you are or where you are, you will tell us that you receive: "Outstanding care delivered by an outstanding team" Our values are: "Caring, safe and excellent" At Oxford Health we offer a wide range of benefits designed to support your career and wellbeing. These include: Excellent opportunities for career progression Access to tailored individual and Trust wide learning and development 27 days annual leave, plus bank holidays, rising to 33 days with continuous service NHS Discount across a wide range of shops, restaurants and retailers Competitive pension scheme Lease car scheme Cycle to work scheme Employee Assistance Programme Mental Health First Aiders Staff accommodation (please note waiting lists may apply) Staff networking and support groups hosted by our Equality, Diversity & Inclusion team Job details Date posted: 24 November 2025 Pay scheme: Agenda for change Band: 7 Salary: £47,810 to £54,710 a year per annum | pro rata Contract: Permanent Working pattern: Full-time Reference number: 267-CS7600169 Job location: Oxford Pharmacy Store (OPS), Unit 7, Banbury, OX16 4TJ Lombard Way Banbury OX16 4TJ Person Specification – Knowledge Essential: Understanding of current NHS agenda and Pharmacy services; Understanding and experience of customer relationship management; Demonstrable success in meeting sales targets. Desirable: Understanding of financial systems. Qualifications Essential: Post Graduate qualification in relative field or equivalent level, preferably in a scientific subject or demonstrable experience of 3 years at a senior level. Desirable: Further professional sales or marketing qualification from a recognised body. Experience Essential: Previous sales and/or marketing experience of at least 3 years at senior level; Experience of working in the NHS or within a pharmaceutical setting. Desirable: Previous sales and/or marketing experience in the pharmaceutical industry. Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions. Employer Details Oxford Health NHS Trust Oxford Pharmacy Store (OPS), Unit 7, Banbury, OX16 4TJ Lombard Way Banbury OX16 4TJ Employer website: https://www.oxfordhealth.nhs.uk #J-18808-Ljbffr