Account Manager

DescriptionPerm, Account Manager, Bradford
Your new company

Our client are global leader in tech-enabled creative production and procurement
They amplify marketing campaigns through unrivalled production, procurement leadership and the most advanced sustainability capabilities available
All delivered at scale through industry-leading technology and the passionate expertise of our people.
Your new role

As the Account Manager, you will manage luxury product/packaging projects [watch & jewellery industry] and liaise with suppliers and clients to successfully fulfil project briefs on time and in line with the client's expectations
Working with our in-house design team and product managers, you will coordinate new product developments, working also with the client to keep them updated on progress throughout development
You will work with production & logistics teams to track active orders through production & shipping, keeping the client and internal stakeholders updated.

Key Responsibilities:
Take briefs from the client and ensure requirements such as specifications and critical dates are captured
Brief in-house design studio, suppliers & product managers on client requirements
Provide technical input and advice on projects as required
Review samples and suggest alternative options and innovation where possible
Produce detailed specifications for internal and external clients based on client knowledge
Deliver a high level of customer service
Monitor development, production, and shipping for the client's projects; be a vital link between the client and suppliers as well as internal teams to ensure projects are delivered flawlessly
Ensure activity is recorded using the designated company tools
Implement new methods and procedures as required
Work as a team to help deliver contractual requirements, prepare presentations and complete necessary account admin and reporting
Ensure invoicing procedures are followed
Manage day to day operational requirements
Able to attend meetings away from the client site as required
Work with Account Director to identify new business opportunities
Ensure profit is maximised through analysis of performance
Deliver services to meet and exceed contracted SLA's
Manage and monitor objectives to meet key business drivers
Ensure compliance with Regulatory and Company policies
Measure customer satisfaction and take appropriate action
What you'll need to succeed

Knowledge, Skills & Experience:
Numerate with a strong commercial understanding
Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously
Strong time management and prioritisation skills
Print/Packaging experience
Is professional, courteous and calm under pressure
Has a project management mind-set
Process driven, with an eye to sales and business development
Approachable and confident to offer advice in meetings
Able to manage and communicate with key client stakeholders to successfully deliver and exceed their expectations
Knowledge of Microsoft office and Google Apps is preferred but not essential
Experience in troubleshooting unexpected project issues and implementing preventative measures is preferred
Experience in a client facing role is essential
Account management experience, working within a contracted environment to strict SLAs [service level agreements] and KPIs [key performance indicators]
Leadership and management experience is desirable
Keen eye for detail
What you'll get in return
Parking
1 hour lunch
Progression available
Excellent salary
What you need to do now
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  • plus excellent benefits
£37,000
Bradford, West Yorkshire
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