Certain Advantage
Strategic Account Manager
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Strategic Account Manager (Rail)
£50,000 - £60,000 (Potentially Negotiable DOE) + Car Allowance + 10-20% Bonus + 33 Days Holiday + EV Car Scheme
Derby
Certain Advantage is hiring for a Strategic Account Manager based in Derby. This role is on a permanent basis and is primarily based onsite, with some ad-hoc flexible working.
Are you an Account Manager or similar, with experience in Rail, Engineering, or complex B2B environments, looking to take on a high-impact role driving relationship development, pipeline growth, and bid conversions?
Do you want to join a newly integrated, leading rail services group where you can operate at a senior level, combining the agile feel of an SME with the financial backing of multi-million-pound long-term contracts?
This is an excellent opportunity to take direct responsibility for a key customer portfolio, working closely with senior stakeholders and operational teams to maximize long-term contract value and uncover new revenue streams.
The Company:
We are working with a newly integrated, leading UK rail services group that unifies some of the industry's most established names in rolling stock design, manufacture, and turnkey maintenance. Managing a significant portion of the UK market alongside a growing passenger rail footprint, they combine over a century of engineering craftsmanship with modern asset management. They offer a stable, well-backed environment with an expanding portfolio, recently underscored by securing major international infrastructure contracts.
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The Role:
This role is for a Strategic Account Manager to take full ownership of the company’s rail and engineering key customer portfolio.
You will operate at a senior level, partnering closely with operations and commercial leads to drive client relationship development, manage structured bid governance, and increase revenue across key accounts.
Day to Day:
- Lead structured bid/no-bid governance to maximize conversion and develop robust win strategies
- Build and execute comprehensive account plans to improve market awareness and uncover new opportunities
- Lead and manage weekly, monthly, and quarterly client review calls and performance meetings
- Partner with the operations team to monitor, manage, and report overall account performance
- Take the lead in developing senior stakeholder relationships to drive upselling and repeat business
- Manage pricing discipline in collaboration with commercial teams to ensure accurate forecasting and delivery
- Provide comprehensive monthly reports on account progress, opportunity pipelines, and market positioning
- Ensure HubSpot CRM is consistently utilized to track pipelines, performance, and key account KPIs
The Individual:
- Proven background in Strategic Account Management, managing key accounts, and driving pipeline growth
- Experience or strong familiarity with complex bids, risk management, and commercial terms
- A background or familiarity within Rail, Engineering, heavy industry, or geographically dispersed SME environments is highly desirable
- Proficiency with HubSpot CRM or similar systems alongside strong commercial acumen
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Benefits:
- 10-20% Performance Bonus Scheme
- Dedicated Car Allowance
- Employee Electric Car Scheme & Cycle to Work Scheme
- Annual Salary Reviews & Pension Contributions
- Monthly Rewards, Recognition & Long Service Awards
- 33 Days Holiday (increasing with service)
- Holiday Trading Options
- Career Development Opportunities & Company-Sponsored Training
- Employee Discount Platform (Gyms, Tech, Restaurants)
- Employee Assistance Programme
- Free On-site Parking & On-site Treats
Does this sound like your next career move? Apply today.
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