Key Account Manager - Trade Key Account Manager - Trade Essex / North East London, UK SpotLIGHT of the job The Zumtobel Group is an international lighting group and a leading supplier of innovative lighting solutions, lighting components and associated services. With its core brands, Zumtobel, Thorn and Tridonic, the Group offers its customers around the world a comprehensive portfolio of products and services. We are recruiting for a Key Account Manager in the Essex / North East London area that will cover the already very strong region. You will join an established area and manage those existing relationships as well as grow new relationships with the aim to grow the business even further. Responsibilities Ownership of the area sales budget to deliver and exceed sales in line with agreed objectives. Establishing new as well as developing existing customer networks with a broad mix of customer types including contractors and wholesalers. Developing and implementing a sales plan which integrates with the regional sales plans. Understand sector drivers and opportunities in order to develop strategies and tactics to achieve sustainable growth. Provide excellent and professional customer service to all clients. Close cooperation with internal sales and lighting design colleagues, recognising sales as teamwork. Skills & Experience You should have an understanding of the lighting, construction or building services sector with relevant experience in a trade-based sales role. Proven track record of profitable long-term business partnerships and strong commercial mind-set. Previous experience of administrative activities via Salesforce would be an advantage but is not essential. You are a great communicator with excellent presentation and negotiation skills. You are a natural relationship builder who works closely with colleagues to ensure that the customer is at the heart of everything you do. You have the ability to perform in a dynamic and fast-paced environment. You encounter challenges with a positive attitude and have an interest in technology. You have a curious mind with a desire for continuous improvement and development. High level of computer skills (MS Office, SAP, Salesforce). What matters to us We understand not only the power of the visible, but also the invisible. Like light, diversity is intangible, but it is perceptible. We value the uniqueness of every person and see this as a driver of innovation. Qualified applicants will be considered regardless of, for example, origin, skin color, gender, religion, age, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression or disability. As the contact person for this position, a great candidate experience is important to me! I will reach out to you within 7 days. Please inform me of any assistance you may need, so I can best support you throughout the hiring process. Talent Acquisition Partner Andrew Walker [email protected] Who we are At the Zumtobel Group, we are passionate about designing and producing light that empowers humans and brings architecture to life. We continuously push the boundaries in our search for perfection through timeless design, technical excellence and efficient performance. Through light, we create spaces that inspire. As we develop the next generation of lighting, we consider the wellbeing of people and nature. Our lighting is designed for our customers and their individual aspirations. We guide them into a new world of opportunities – as a group, and through all our individual brands, Thorn, Tridonic and Zumtobel. Learn more about our Group in our enlightening video - where WE LIVE LIGHT and thrive together! The result is a series of personal and authentic insights into our corporate culture - illustrated from different perspectives. Follow us: WE ARE PASSIONATE ABOUT LIGHT. We share a passion for light, creating aesthetic, functional, and sustainable lighting solutions that enhance quality of life. WE ARE EXCITED ABOUT CREATING INNOVATIVE LIGHTING SOLUTIONS FOR A SUSTAINABLE FUTURE. Sustainability and innovation drive everything we do — shaping a responsible, climate-neutral future. WE ARE INTERNATIONAL AND PERSONAL AT THE SAME TIME. While we have grown from a family business into a global organization, our collaborative spirit and familial culture remain integral to our identity. APPLY HERE