Design & Fitout Sector Rookie National Account Manager

Design & Fitout Sector Rookie National Account ManagerJoin to apply for the Design & Fitout Sector Rookie National Account Manager role at Rentokil Initial Hong KongThe Rookie National Account Manager will be responsible for supporting a Senior National Account Manager and Junior National Account Manager to ensure that we deliver strong account management for our existing customers, as well as to help drive organic growth through new contracts and outright purchases.The role will focus on:Answering and responding quickly to customer queriesCompleting costing and proposal documentsData collection and keeping information updatedSupporting the Senior and Junior Account Managers with the long term strategy of the team, as well as the day to day dutiesThe role is supported by the Head of Sales & Commercial, the Sales Director and Local Sales teams to find new customers and opportunities for the business. When new business is won, the team will be responsible for the ongoing account management of that customer. It is expected that the role will consist of approximately 70% account management and 30% new business development activity.The role is a mixture of working from home and local branches, but travel across the UK to visit existing & potential customers will be expected; there will be occasional requirements to stay away from home overnight.Key ResponsibilitiesNew Business DevelopmentDeveloping a comprehensive understanding of the new sectors, categorising all major business opportunities, targeting future prospects, building long-term relationships and winning new customers, in accordance with pre-agreed targets, and in co-ordination with Local Sales teams.Delivering outstanding customer service to our clients and helping them to find solutions to drive wellbeing and aesthetic benefits for their sites, their staff and the general publicEnsuring that Urban Planters offerings are presented to our customers, and a customer-specific plan is developed to maximise sales of new products and services.Selling additional work to customers, either as upgrades to service, expanding the number of sites we service, or selling solutions to particular problems as a result of quotations and leads submitted by our network of Local Sales Colleagues and Technicians.Account ManagementTo manage a portfolio of customers, reviewing service on a regular basis, to ensure customer visits, review of new sales opportunities and retention issues are all given attention in accordance with pre-agreed standards. Customer retention is a key strategic priority for the business, and plans are to be put in place that will ensure the highest possible standards of retention.Work closely with operational colleagues to ensure that there is a close match between our service delivery and customer expectations and requirements, bringing customers and operational colleagues together as often as is appropriate.Have a full understanding of the cost base of our business and to act within policy guidelines in all quotations, liaising and consulting as necessary with the Sales Director and other business managers, as required.Maintain and increase the overall profitability of our proposals / worksOtherMaintain a comprehensive knowledge of operational best practice, and be able to advise on customers on the best solutions for their sitesBeing part of a team to help Urban strategically position itself as the expert in design / plant installation and deliveryHave a full understanding of competitor activity in the market, being knowledgeable about the content of competitor offerings and competitive pricing.Undertake other tasks and activities as reasonably requested by your manager.RequirementsKnowledge and experienceOrganisational skills are essentialInternal and external influencing skillsDevelopment and execution of new business development strategiesBuilding strategic relationships, both internally and externallyIT literate (Google Suite or Microsoft Suite - Google Sheets / MS Excel and Google Slides / Powerpoint in particular)Presentation skillsSales experience, account management and negotiation experience preferredBenefitsAll salary and benefits will be discussed at the application stage with the Hiring Manager. Rentokil Initial are an equal opportunities employer and are committed to creating a diverse working environment. To find out how we process your data view our careers privacy policy hereSeniority levelEntry levelEmployment typeFull-timeJob functionDesign, Art/Creative, and Information TechnologyNottingham, England, United Kingdom 2 weeks ago #J-18808-Ljbffr