Account Manager - Large Format - Kent

Estimator/Account Manager | Large Format | South East London  | £depending on experience

Our client currently have two exciting opportunities for talented Account Managers / Project Managers with experience in client management and job estimating – working in a fast-paced environment within a team, which is wholly focused upon meeting the exacting demands of their customers.

You will be based at their Modern SE London Production & Operations site where you will benefit from a working environment, which is second to none and specifically designed to maximise both the potential and well being of their experienced team.

About the Account Manager / Estimator:
The role will focus on project managing; client liaison and estimating jobs. This is ideal for someone already working as an account manager, or someone looking to move into the position from a print production role. The successful candidate will report directly to their Head of Operations, managing a variety of projects both autonomously and within the team – fully supported by our sales, operations and management structure.

• Working as part of a team to manage a portfolio of key accounts
• Liaise with clients and advise them on the best product and service solutions for a variety of diverse projects with a “can do” attitude, at all times.
• Provide excellent customer service
• Work with the sales and operations teams to strategically grow accounts in line with business objectives
• Manage briefs from initial point of contact, advising, and cost estimating, through to project management
• Maintain regular contact with clients, build and sustain long-term business relationships
• Act as a key point of contact for clients for day-day operational issues
• Participate in client meetings
• Work collaboratively with the production team to ensure a quality service to clients.

About the successful Account Manager / Estimator:

• A solid knowledge of print production processes and techniques. (Large Format and/or Small Format)
• Proven track record in building and developing client relationships
• Excellent communication and time management
• Knowledge of managing and developing portfolios of existing clients
• Experience in a client facing role is essential
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• M.I.S / PrintIQ software experience or similar 
• Great MS Excel skills are a prerequisite

Sound like you!?  Please send over your details asap!