Key Account Manager

Are you a strategic relationship-builder with a strong background in the public sector? My client based in Ammanford is on the lookout for a commercially astute Key Accounts Manager to join their team and lead key customer partnerships in the Public Housing Sector-working with housing associations, councils, developers, and procurement frameworks.

Based in Ammanford, and operating in the field as needed, you'll take full ownership of a portfolio of key public sector clients. Your primary focus will be to grow and nurture relationships, shape winning tender responses, and drive sales through tailored solutions that respond to the needs of the sector.

As a senior member of the Key Accounts team, you'll work cross-functionally with internal teams and suppliers, helping to shape sector strategy and deliver excellent customer experiences across Wales.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage and grow a portfolio of key public housing accounts across the Eastern Region of Wales.
• Build meaningful relationships with Housing Associations, Local Authorities, Procurement Frameworks, and Developers.
• Lead on tender submissions and bids, working to understand and align with each client's procurement and delivery strategies.
• Create sector-specific value propositions and commercial strategies.
• Support framework listings and proactively identify new sales opportunities.
• Ensure smooth and responsive account management-acting as the single point of contact for your portfolio.
• Collaborate with suppliers and internal teams to support project delivery, service excellence, and sales growth.
• Stay informed on public sector trends, frameworks, policies (including WHQS and The Wellbeing of Future Generations Act), and contribute to strategic planning.

What do you need to be successful?

The main criteria for this role is a proven track record within the Public Sector-with an understanding of sector-specific language, the bid/tender process, and future market requirements. This experience may come from:

• Manufacturing
• Merchant Sales
• Public Sector Procurement roles

Additional skills and experience that would be advantageous:

• Bid writing and tender submission experience
• Knowledge of WHQS and The Wellbeing of Future Generations Act

Essential Skills & Attributes:

• Strong communication and relationship-building skills
• Strategic, organised, and commercially aware
• Comfortable with travel across the region and regular Head Office attendance
• Full UK driving licence

In return you'll get:

• Salary: £30,000 - £40,000 (dependent on experience)
• Company car or car allowance
• Annual Profit Share Bonus Scheme
• Online discount portal - savings on retail brands and holidays
• Employee Care Helpline and access to a digital GP
• Staff discount scheme
• Death in Service benefit
• Opportunities for professional development and career progression

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