Account Manager

About the role

Scott Bader is seeking an Account Manager to lead sales activities across Western France. You will be responsible for expanding existing relationships, winning new high‑value business, and establishing long‑term strategic partnerships with customers and distributors.

Key responsibilities

• Drive sales growth across existing customers and distributor networks in France.
• Identify and secure new business opportunities with high value and profit potential.
• Build and maintain strong, long‑term customer partnerships.
• Develop and execute strategic account plans to maximise performance.
• Collaborate with internal teams to deliver customer‑focused solutions and results.

Required profile

• Proven sales experience in an industrial environment with a track record of delivering results and building key customer relationships.
• Fluent in French and English with strong communication, negotiation and influencing skills.
• Commercially and financially astute, with strong pricing, margin and profit awareness.
• Analytical and data‑driven, confident using CRM systems, sales data and Microsoft Office tools.
• Self‑motivated, adaptable team player able to manage priorities, work independently and thrive in a multicultural environment.

Required skills

• CRM systems
• Microsoft Office

What we offer

• Competitive salary and performance‑related bonus scheme.
• Comprehensive benefits package including private medical insurance and employee discount schemes.
• Company car, laptop and mobile phone provided.
• Generous annual leave entitlement plus public holidays, with additional leave for long service.
• Retirement preparation leave for eligible employees.
• Paid volunteering day and support for employee fundraising and community activities.
• Inclusive and collaborative working environment with a strong people‑focused culture.