Account Manager Maternity Cover

**ACCOUNT MANAGER MAT COVER**

**WHAT YOU WANT TO KNOW**
My client is the global leader in tech-enabled creative production and procurement. They amplify marketing campaigns through unrivaled production, procurement leadership and the most advanced sustainability capabilities available. All delivered at scale through industry-leading technology and the passionate expertise. My client is currently looking for two ambitious and enthusiastic Account Managers to join our client services team on a maternity cover basis.
Salary of £30,000

**ROLE DETAILS**
My client is currently looking for two ambitious and enthusiastic Account Managers to join our client services team on a maternity cover basis. You'll be working alongside one of the biggest global fashion brands in the world. We’ve created a brilliant in-house team and a fun, supportive culture focused on hard work and good work ethic. The company is fast paced, innovative and is going through an exciting period of growth so it really is a great time to join.

As an Account Manager, you will work closely with clients, suppliers and internal stakeholders to execute multiple in store marketing campaigns from initial briefing stage through to invoicing the finished product. You will need to have strong negotiation skills and feel comfortable talking about budgets and narrowing down timescales. Other tasks include placing stock orders, picking up ad hoc requests and dealing with store queries so the ability to multitask, prioritise and use initiative is essential. You will be required to build and develop relationships with notable clients whilst always delivering excellent customer service.

**ESSENTIAL EXPERIENCE**:

- Previous experience working in print/ print management/ print buying/ marketing print procurement essential
- Experience in a client facing role is essential
- Leadership and management experience is desirable

**QUALIFICATIONS**
- Numerate with a strong commercial understanding
- Impeccable eye for detail
- Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously
- Strong time management and prioritisation skills
- Able to work under pressure and to tight deadlines whilst maintaining a good sense of humour
- Has a high level of technical print knowledge
- Experienced and confident with press passing
- Approachable and confident to offer advice in meetings
- Is professional, courteous and calm under pressure
- Has a project management mind-set
- Process driven, with an eye for sales and business development
- Account management experience, working within a contracted environment
- Experience in troubleshooting unexpected project issues and implementing preventative measures is preferred
- Experience in liaising directly with clients and advising on campaign print/digital solutions is preferred
- Knowledge of Microsoft office and Google Apps is preferred but not essential
- Previous experience working in print/ print management/ print buying/ marketing print procurement essential


**Job Type**: Permanent