Our client is an established Water Treatment and Water Hygiene company providing specialist water treatment services and compliance solutions to commercial and industrial clients throughout the UK.
Due to continued growth, they are looking to recruit an experienced Water Treatment Account Manager to manage and develop a portfolio of clients across London and the South East.
This is a field-based position combining technical account management, customer relationship development and new business opportunities. The successful candidate will have a strong background in industrial Water Treatment, with experience of cooling towers, closed systems and steam boilers.
Key Responsibilities
- Manage and develop an existing portfolio of Water Treatment accounts throughout London and the South East
- Build and maintain strong relationships with existing clients
- Identify opportunities to expand services and increase revenue within existing accounts
- Develop new business opportunities across commercial and industrial sectors
- Carry out regular customer visits, technical reviews and account meetings
- Undertake water sampling, analysis and technical assessments of cooling towers, steam boilers and closed systems
- Monitor the performance of chemical treatment programmes and recommend improvements
- Provide technical advice and support on water treatment systems and chemical dosing programmes
- Identify potential system issues and recommend appropriate remedial actions
- Prepare quotations, technical proposals and contract renewals
- Work closely with Service Engineers and Operations teams to ensure effective service delivery
- Maintain accurate customer records, sales forecasts and account development plans
- Ensure services are delivered in accordance with relevant legislation and industry guidance
- Identify opportunities to introduce additional Water Treatment and Water Hygiene services
Essential Experience
- Previous experience within the industrial Water Treatment industry
- Experience in a Water Treatment Account Management, Service Chemistry or Technical Sales role
- Strong technical knowledge of cooling towers, steam boilers and closed systems
- Experience carrying out water sampling, chemical analysis and treatment recommendations
- Good understanding of industrial water treatment chemistry and chemical dosing programmes
- Knowledge of relevant legislation and guidance, including ACoP L8 and HSG274
- Proven ability to manage and develop customer relationships
- Commercial awareness with the ability to identify additional sales opportunities
- Excellent communication, organisational and problem-solving skills
- Ability to manage your own workload and work independently
- Full UK Driving Licence
Desirable Experience
- Previous experience managing an established portfolio of industrial Water Treatment accounts
- Experience developing new business within the Water Treatment sector
- Knowledge of pre-commission cleaning, flushing and closed system remedial treatment
- Experience with chemical dosing equipment and water treatment plant
- Relevant Water Treatment, Chemistry or Science qualifications
- Experience preparing technical quotations, proposals and tenders
Personal Attributes
- Professional and customer-focused
- Commercially minded with a strong technical background
- Self-motivated and able to work independently
- Excellent relationship-building skills
- Strong attention to detail
- Confident communicating with clients at both technical and management levels
- Proactive approach to account development and problem-solving
- Flexible regarding travel throughout the region
Package
- Competitive basic salary £40K - £50K
- Commission package
- Company Vehicle or Car Allowance
- Company Pension
- Mobile Phone and Laptop
- Ongoing Technical and Professional Development
- Career Progression Opportunities
- Full-Time Permanent Position
Location
The position will cover London and the South East, including Greater London, Surrey, Kent, Essex, Hertfordshire, Berkshire and surrounding areas.
Ideally, candidates will be based within easy reach of London and the main transport routes throughout the South East.