Sales Account Manager

Our client is a globally recognised leader in their field, supplying OEM automotive manufacturers with critical components. Based in Shipley, West Yorkshire, and part of a wider multi-billion dollar global group, they combine the resources and scale of a world-class organisation with the agility and community feel of a specialist UK manufacturer - a business that takes its supply chain seriously and invests in the people who manage it. The Role Reporting to the Sales Manager, this is a commercially focused Sales Account Manager position with responsibility for managing and developing a portfolio of key customers across the UK and Europe. You will take ownership of the full customer relationship, driving sales growth, improving margins, identifying new business opportunities, and maintaining high levels of customer satisfaction. Working closely with applications engineering and internal teams, you will play a key role in understanding customer requirements and translating these into commercially viable and technically appropriate solutions. The role involves regular travel, primarily across the UK and Europe, and would suit an experienced B2B sales or account management professional who enjoys developing long-term customer relationships while actively pursuing new commercial opportunities. What's in it for you? Salary: Up to £40,000 Hours: Mon–Thurs 08:30–17:00 | Fri 08:30–13:30 Permanent, Full Time Contract 25 days holiday + 8 statutory bank holidays Company Car provided Private Medical Cover Stakeholder pension scheme – up to 10% employer contribution Life Assurance 4x salary and Permanent Health Insurance (PHI) cover following qualifying period Subsidised on-site canteen Discounted gym membership and discounts across 100s of UK retailers Employee Assistance Programme providing support for mental, physical, and financial wellbeing Hybrid working and flexible start and finish times available  Key Responsibilities Manage and develop a portfolio of major customer accounts, building strong and trusted relationships at multiple levels. Identify and drive growth opportunities, with responsibility for account performance, customer satisfaction, sustainability, and sales targets. Develop a detailed understanding of customer requirements, market conditions, industry trends, and emerging technologies to identify commercial opportunities. Proactively identify and pursue new business opportunities, managing leads from initial contact through to quotation, negotiation, and close. Work closely with applications engineering and internal stakeholders to understand customer requirements and deliver best-fit, competitively priced solutions. Prepare and maintain account plans, sales forecasts, and regular performance reports, ensuring commercial systems and forecasts remain accurate and up to date. Monitor account performance against agreed metrics, sales budgets, and strategic objectives. Act as the key communication link between customers and internal teams, ensuring requirements are clearly understood and effectively delivered. Resolve customer issues and complaints professionally and promptly, maintaining strong relationships and protecting long-term business. Keep up to date with developments across the automotive, construction, agricultural, material handling, and related markets, sharing relevant insight with customers and internal teams. Manage time effectively to maximise customer engagement, meet key decision makers, develop opportunities, and deliver commercial results. Skills & Experience Required Proven experience in B2B sales and/or account management, ideally within Automotive, Construction, Agriculture, Material Handling, or a related manufacturing environment. A strong track record of managing customer accounts, developing commercial relationships, and delivering against sales budgets and targets. Commercial awareness, with a good understanding of market trends, customer requirements, and value drivers. A consultative sales approach, with the ability to understand customer challenges and position appropriate products and solutions based on value. A proactive and tenacious approach to identifying, developing, and winning new business opportunities. Exceptional relationship-building and networking skills, with confidence engaging with stakeholders at all levels. Strong communication, influencing, and negotiation skills, with the ability to manage cross-functional stakeholders both internally and externally. Highly organised, self-motivated, and capable of managing multiple accounts, opportunities, and priorities effectively. Strong Microsoft 365 skills. A full UK driving licence and willingness to travel throughout the UK and Europe Qualifications Degree or equivalent qualification in a relevant discipline preferred, although relevant commercial experience will be considered. How to Apply? Apply now or find out more about this opportunity by getting touch with us on 01274599354 for a confidential conversation. 

Looking for a hands-on role with a clear path to a permanent contract? Our well-established BD2 client is growing their production team and wants people who take pride in their work - full training provided, genuine progression on offer. What's in it for you? £12.71 per hour during your 12-week training period, rising to £13.08 per hour (£25,000) thereafter Overtime paid at a premium Temp-to-perm contract for the right candidate Day shift and an early finish every Friday Free on-site parking Full training on machinery - no prior experience with the kit needed Hours: Monday – Thursday: 8:00am – 4:30pm Friday: 8:00am – 1:45pm What you'll be doing: Operating a table saw, pillar drill and CNC router (full training provided) Receiving and processing incoming shipments Picking and packing orders ready for despatch Carrying out quality checks on incoming and outgoing products Working from drawings and following work instructions Keeping the warehouse clean, safe and organised What we're looking for: Sharp attention to detail and accuracy Good physical stamina - comfortable with lifting Computer literate Great time management and able to work to deadlines A team player with strong communication skills Driving licence ideal but not essential Sound like you? Apply now with your full CV or call Joe at Cubed Talent on 01274 599354 - we'd love to hear from you.

Our client is a globally recognised leader in their field, supplying OEM automotive manufacturers with critical components. Based in Shipley, West Yorkshire, and part of a wider multi-billion dollar global group, they combine the resources and scale of a world-class organisation with the agility and community feel of a specialist UK manufacturer - a business that takes its supply chain seriously and invests in the people who manage it. The Role Reporting to the Purchasing Assistant Manager, this is a commercially focused buying role responsible for managing assigned commodities and suppliers, supporting the delivery of the company's purchasing strategy, and achieving cost, quality, delivery, and service objectives. You will develop sourcing strategies, lead supplier negotiations, drive cost reduction initiatives, and work closely with engineering, manufacturing, and supply chain teams to support new product development and strategic sourcing opportunities within a fast-paced global manufacturing environment. Salary & Benefits Salary: up to £38,000 Location: Shipley, Bradford Hours: Mon–Thurs 08:00–16:30 | Fri 08:30–13:30 Permanent, Full Time contract  25 days holiday + statutory bank holidays Stakeholder pension scheme Life Assurance at 4x salary Flexibility to work from home 1 day per week Opportunities to develop within a global automotive and manufacturing business Opportunity to manage key suppliers and support strategic sourcing activities on a global scale Opportunity to work closely with Engineering, Manufacturing, and Supply Chain teams on new product and strategic sourcing projects Key Responsibilities Build and maintain strong supplier and stakeholder relationships, ensuring high levels of service and effective communication across the business. Lead supplier negotiations to achieve best value across cost, quality, delivery, and service, including pricing, commercial terms, and contracts. Take ownership of assigned commodities and suppliers, developing sourcing strategies that support business growth, cost competitiveness, and supply chain resilience. Identify and implement cost reduction and value improvement opportunities, working closely with suppliers and internal stakeholders to deliver measurable savings. Source, evaluate, and develop new suppliers to maintain a competitive, capable, and resilient supply base. Work closely with engineering, manufacturing, and supply chain teams to support new product introductions, engineering changes, outsourcing activities, and strategic sourcing projects. Monitor supplier performance across cost, quality, delivery, and service, driving corrective actions and continuous improvement where required. Support continuity of supply and proactively manage potential supply chain risks across assigned commodities. Contribute to the execution and ongoing development of the company's purchasing strategy. Skills & Experience Required 5+ years' experience working as a Buyer, ideally within a manufacturing or engineering environment with experience in direct procurement. Previous experience in purchasing, procurement, category management, or strategic sourcing, with a proven track record of delivering commercial results. Strong negotiation and contract management skills, with the ability to achieve measurable cost reductions and value improvements. Confident relationship builder with the ability to communicate and influence effectively at all levels of an organisation, including senior stakeholders and suppliers. Experience managing supplier performance across cost, quality, delivery, and service, including driving corrective and continuous improvement activity. Commercially focused, with the ability to understand cost drivers and identify opportunities to improve total cost and supply chain resilience. Strong cross-functional working experience, with the ability to collaborate effectively with engineering, manufacturing, supply chain, and other internal teams. A self-starter with a can-do attitude, high levels of motivation, and the confidence to make decisions and respond effectively to changing priorities. CIPS qualified, working towards CIPS, or equivalent relevant purchasing experience preferred. How to Apply To apply or find out more, please contact Joe Griffin at Cubed Talent on 01274 599354. Submit your CV or call Joe directly for a confidential conversation about this opportunity.

MIG Welder — York (YO32)  Ongoing Temporary | Double Day Shift | £19.79/hr (£40,134/yr) rising to £22.95/hr (£46,543/yr) after 12 weeks   Ongoing contract. Modern manufacturing environment in York.  We’re recruiting an experienced MIG Welder for an ongoing temporary contract with a market-leading manufacturer of modular and temporary building solutions near York (YO32). The work is consistent, the employer is well-established, and the pay progression is real — a meaningful step up after just 12 weeks. If you’re a competent MIG welder with experience in a manufacturing or production environment and you want steady, well-paid work, this is worth a look.  Pay & Shift Pattern  Both shifts run 39 hours per week — the annualised equivalents below are based on contracted hours only, before any overtime premium.  Starting Rate  £19.79 per hour  £40,134 per year (39 hrs/wk)  After 12 Weeks  £22.95 per hour  £46,543 per year (39 hrs/wk)  Weekend overtime is available on top of contracted hours — at the prevailing rate, this has a material impact on take-home pay for those who want it.  Shift pattern — rotating weekly:  Week A (Early) -  Mon–Thu  05:45–14:00  + Fri 05:45–12:45 39 hrs  Week B (Late)  Mon–Thu 13:45–23:45 39 hrs   The Company  Our client has over 60 years in the design, manufacture, and delivery of modular and temporary building solutions — offices, classrooms, healthcare facilities, housing. They’re a genuine market leader in their space: well-funded, well-organised, and with the kind of production volumes that mean consistent, ongoing work rather than the stop-start that affects smaller manufacturers. This is a business that invests in its facilities and its people.  The Role  Based in the production facility near York (YO32), you’ll be MIG welding mild and galvanised steel up to 10mm thickness as part of an active manufacturing team. The work requires accuracy, consistency, and the ability to operate at pace without compromising weld quality. You’ll be working from engineering drawings and production instructions throughout.  Day-to-day responsibilities:  MIG welding of mild and galvanised steel structures, varying thickness up to 10mm  Inspecting welds against quality standards and specifications  Carrying out snagging, repairs, and remedial work to a high standard  Visual quality checks — identifying and reporting defects or production issues  Working from engineering drawings and production instructions  Drilling, cutting, and measuring as required  Using hand tools, grinders, and welding equipment safely and effectively  Maintaining a clean, safe working environment in line with H&S procedures  Supporting production targets while upholding workmanship standards  About You  This role suits an experienced MIG welder who takes quality seriously and is comfortable working at production pace. Specifically, we’re looking for:  Relevant welding certificates or previous coded welding experience  Level 3 qualification in welding or fabrication — desirable  Proven MIG welding experience in a manufacturing or production environment  Ability to inspect weld quality and carry out snagging and fettling to a high standard  Confident using hand tools and workshop equipment  Able to work from engineering drawings and follow technical instructions  Strong attention to detail and a genuine commitment to quality  Flexible and reliable — comfortable with a rotating shift pattern and occasional overtime    How to Apply  This role is live now and the client is keen to move. Apply directly through this listing or send your CV to the Cubed Talent team. If you’re unsure whether your welding background is the right fit, call us on 01274599354— a five-minute conversation is quicker than second-guessing it.