Internal Account Manager
Location: Coventry
We have an exciting opportunity for an Internal Account Manager to join our Sales team based in Coventry.
Founded in 2001 with a unique philosophy of employee ownership, our company has grown from a greenfield start-up to become one of the leading businesses in our sector. We are proud to have received several industry awards, including:
- Top 50 Fastest Growing Companies in the Midlands
- Sunday Times Track 100 Fastest Profit Growth in the UK
- Packaging Company of the Year (2023)
Our success is driven by continuous investment in our people, technology, and innovation - with a turnover of £169m in 2024.
About the Role
As an Internal Account Manager, you will play a key role in supporting our sales operations and delivering exceptional service to our valued B2B customers. This position requires a proactive, organised individual with strong administrative skills and a customer-first mindset.
The Role of Internal Account Manager:
In this role, you will be responsible for the following key areas:
- Providing high-level support to our Sales team
- Managing customer accounts and building strong client relationships
- Handling sales administration with precision and efficiency
- Supporting the full business cycle, from enquiry through to delivery
- Ensuring a seamless customer experience in a fast-paced, commercial environment
Key Requirements
- At least 2 years of experience in a B2B customer service or account management role
- Proficient in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel, Word, and Outlook
- Educated to A-Level standard or equivalent qualification
- Strong mathematics and numerical skills
- Previous experience within the packaging industry or a related sector is highly desirable
The successful candidate will also have the following key skills:
- Be outgoing, positive and have excellent communication skills, especially over the phone
- Be a strong and accurate administrator
- Be commercially minded
- Be a flexible and supportive member of the team
- Manage a healthy workload and maintain focus and organisation
- Be able to understand and effectively follow company process and procedure
- Have a track record of customer service success and a desire to improve the customer experience
- Show a desire to learn about new and existing products
What you will get:
- Excellent competitive salary, including a generous bonus scheme
- A good work/life balance. 8:00am to 5:00pm Monday to Friday
- Holidays 22 days per year rising by 1 each year to 25, including an option to buy or sell a maximum of 3 days, plus statutory holidays.
- After 6 months:
- Life insurance
- Company pension scheme
- Cycle to Work scheme
- Optional private healthcare scheme
- The option to become a shareholder in the business after 6 months employment
Covering letters and CV’s should be emailed to: Joey Turner, Recruitment Manager. jturner@kitepackaging.co.uk