Regional Account Manager - Burscough, Lancashire

Regional Account Manager - Burscough, LancashireDS Smith provides innovative packaging and Point of Sale solutions, paper products and recycling services with a commitment to sustainability and a circular economy. Our core purpose is to Redefine Packaging for a Changing World, and our expert teams work closely with like-minded partners to incorporate renewable resources for products that minimize our environmental impact, reduce complexity, and increase profitability through supply chain optimization. About the role We have a fabulous opportunity for a pro-active and driven individual to join as an Account Manager for the UK Packaging - Northern Division. This would be a perfect opportunity for an ambitious, customer focused individual to come and be part of this amazing team! Working with a wide range of internal stakeholder and customers, you will use your skill and experience to lead, develop, win, and maintain business from the FMCG and industrial sectors, in line with our growth strategy. This is a customer facing role and therefore suit someone who strives for customer satisfaction, loyalty and delivering a customer experience that exceeds our customers' expectations. As a strong sales professional, you will manage the account plan, monitor progress against agreed plans and devise alternative solutions as required. This role will work closely with the wider Sales team and Site teams to ensure we are maximising opportunities within the market, whilst driving efficiencies and a culture of innovation.You will be home-based but there is a strong focus on travelling to meet customers and teams at our sites - which can cover the North West of England. So, if you have experience within an account management role, have the energy and proactiveness to work in in a fast-paced role and are eager for a new challenge - then we might be looking for you! About you Proven success, knowledge, and experience in an Account Management role within FMCG- packaging product experience desirable but will welcome experience in other areasA Full driving licenseA strong ability to work independently & remotely with travel as neededStrong business acumen and negotiation skills with the ability to deal with conflict and challenge both externally and internallyProven success, knowledge, and experience of analysing and initiating actions based on financial insights and understandingAbility to build strong working relationships with colleagues, clients, and stakeholders around the businessAbility to deliver dynamic & professional presentations BenefitsCompetitive salaryCar allowanceSales bonus scheme25 days holiday plus bank holidaysPension scheme, life assurance and income protectionSharesave schemeEmployee Assistance ProgrammeEmployee DiscountsCycle to work scheme Location: This is a full time, home-based role with travel to sites throughout the North West of England.