Sales Account Manager

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** Be visionary
** Teledyne Technologies Incorporated provides enabling technologies for industrial growth markets that require advanced technology and high reliability. These markets include aerospace and defense, factory automation, air and water quality environmental monitoring, electronics design and development, oceanographic research, deepwater oil and gas exploration and production, medical imaging and pharmaceutical research.

We are looking for individuals who thrive on making an impact and want the excitement of being on a team that wins.
** Job Description
** Teledyne Microwave UK (a business unit of Teledyne Aerospace & Defence Electronics UK) provide enabling technologies for industrial growth markets. We have evolved from a company that was primarily focused on aerospace and defence, to one that serves multiple markets that require advanced technology and high reliability.

Here at Teledyne Microwave UK, our mission is to enable our customers to make the world safer, more secure and better connected. We are a world leader in the design, manufacture and support of radio frequency (RF) technology. With unrivalled RF & microwave application knowledge we have experience of creating innovative solutions for the most challenging applications.
** What you’ll be involved in:
** The Sales Account Manager is responsible for managing and growing key customer accounts, driving revenue through proactive engagement, and ensuring customer satisfaction. This role involves developing strategic relationships, identifying new business opportunities, and managing the end-to-end sales process from initial enquiry to contract closure.  You will be a commercially driven, relationship-focused professional with the ability to consistently achieve order intake targets and contribute to the company’s growth objectives.
** Areas responsible for:
** The Sales Account Manager will report directly to Head of Sales. Typical responsibilities will include the following:
* Act as the primary customer contact, resolving issues, managing expectations, and building long-term, profitable relationships.
* Achieve order intake targets by managing the sales pipeline, converting opportunities into orders, and ensuring timely deal closure.
* Manage a portfolio of accounts, identify upselling opportunities, and expand business within the existing customer base.
* Develop and implement strategic sales plans and campaigns to drive growth.
* Identify and pursue new business opportunities through proactive engagement and networking.
* Lead bid and proposal activities, ensuring timely, accurate submissions and compliance with company policies.
* Negotiate terms and close deals to maximise profitability.
* Provide accurate sales forecasts, pipeline updates, and market intelligence to support business planning.
* Act as Opportunity Owner for major bids (£1M+), coordinating internal stakeholders to maximise success.
* Represent the company externally at exhibitions, symposia, and industry events.
** What we're looking for in you:
*** Proven track record in sales/account management, ideally in defence, aerospace, or high-tech sectors.
* Ability to build and maintain long-term customer relationships, demonstrating credibility and trust.
* Strong interpersonal skills, operating with confidence, tact, and a persuasive approach.
* Exceptional verbal, written, and presentation skills for clear communication with customers and internal teams.
* Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a demanding environment.
* Proven capability to influence, negotiate, and present well-reasoned arguments to support timely, informed decisions.
* Expertise in bidding best practices for high-value opportunities (£1M+).
* Commercial awareness with a solid understanding of pricing strategies and profitability drivers.
* Proficiency in CRM systems and MS Office applications.
* Analytical mindset with attention to detail and accuracy.
* Commitment to robust process and governance alignment…