Account Manager

Overview

As an Account Manager at MEP Hire, you will drive revenue growth within a defined territory and act as the face of the company to key subcontractors and national accounts. You’ll develop relationships, expand our client base, and promote our range of mechanical and electrical products and services. The role combines hands-on sales with technical knowledge of equipment and regulatory awareness to deliver value-led solutions. You will work with cross-functional teams to strengthen partnerships and support the VP Group’s market leadership.

Pay / Benefits

• Salary sacrifice pension
• Company car
• 25 days holiday plus bank holidays
• Life Assurance 3x salary
• Share save scheme
• Learning & Development

Responsibilities

• Own a defined regional territory and achieve sustainable revenue growth
• Maintain profitability within pricing and discount framework
• Strengthen relationships with existing customers at head office and site level
• Identify and win new customers, focusing on subcontractors on major construction projects
• Increase awareness of MEP Hire and VP Group as trusted partners
• Build local relationships to support National Account objectives
• Use CRM to manage data, plan activity, and maintain pipeline
• Operate on a 20-day cycle for efficient customer engagement
• Develop technical knowledge of equipment and stay updated on key regulations
• Highlight product features and benefits to differentiate MEP Hire in the market

Key requirements

• Solid sales track record, preferably in construction, equipment hire, or related field
• Some Mechanical & Electrical or Hire industry experience
• Residence in South London
• Natural networker able to engage with decision-makers at all levels
• Experience in targeting new prospects and unlocking subcontractor spend on large projects
• Ability to work independently with strong time management and planning skills
• CRM-savvy with a focus on clean, relevant data
• Experience developing relationships at project level
• Product-oriented with ability to demonstrate products when required
• High motivation with strong commercial acumen
• Action-oriented with a proactive mindset
• Excellent presentation, influencing, and communication skills
• Valid driving licence

• Proactive
• Ambitious
• Relationship-building
• CRM proficiency
• Product knowledge of mechanical and electrical equipment
• Regulatory awareness related to equipment hire

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