Account Manager
Kevin Edward
Job Description
Account Manager - Plant & Equipment Hire West Midlands | Field-Based An established, Industry leading Plant hire business is looking for a commercially sharp Account Manager to take ownership of a £4m+ portfolio across groundworks, civils, and housebuilding clients. What you’ll be doing: Owning and growing a £4m revenue portfolio Managing key accounts while still hunting (70/30 split) Building long-term relationships with contractors and developers Driving upsell and cross-sell across plant, tool, and equipment hire Converting warm leads and winning new business in your patch Working closely with ops and depot teams to deliver on service Taking full responsibility for margin, retention and growth What they’re looking for: Proven background in tool, plant, or equipment hire (non-negotiable) Experience selling into groundworks, civils, or housebuilders Comfortable managing large, high-value accounts Commercially switched on, understands margin, not just turnover The difference-makers: Intelligent, quick to pick things up, and commercially aware Tenacious, doesn’t back off when it gets tough Fearless in front of customers and decision-makers Self-driven, doesn’t need chasing or hand-holding Likeable, someone people want to do business with What’s in it for you: A strong, established customer base with real spend Autonomy to run your territory properly Clear headroom to grow accounts and earnings Backing from a well-run, well-resourced operation Competitive salary + bonus + company vehicle If you want ownership, freedom, and the chance to make a visible commercial impact this is that role.