This candidate brings structured account management skills gained in business-to-business sales through third party distributors. They have effective written and verbal communication skills to build relationships at all levels with diverse customers. They are assertive and self-assured with sound judgment and decision-making ability to handle pressure and stressful situations in a composed manner. They also have strong business acumen and are willing to learn all aspects of the business in a hands-on fashion with the highest level of honesty and integrity.

1. PERSON SPECIFICATION I bring:

2. Structured and successful account management skills gained in a strong business to business environment, with experience of selling services through third party distributors. Effective written and flexible verbal communication skills, with the ability to build influential relationships at all levels with a diverse mix of customers from mature owners and managers to dynamic corporate retailers. Presentable, credible and articulate skills, with the ability to negotiate mutually beneficial outcomes for the company and the customer.

3. Assertive and self-assured professionalism with sound judgement demonstrating strong decision-making. An ability to handle pressure and deal with stressful situations in a composed and action-oriented manner. Forward thinking with a positive, 'can do' attitude. Driven by continuous improvement and a desire to generate creative ideas and follow them through

4. Strong business acumen, with intellect, to think strategically and am be equally comfortable handling operational issues effectively. A willingness to learn about all aspects of a business and its competitors' businesses in a hands-on fashion. The highest level of honesty and integrity.

5. Have good IT Skills with a working knowledge of Microsoft Office products. A willingness to travel throughout the UK and Ireland as required. Experienced within the B2B equipment supply industry, along with a Customer facing background.