via Indeed · 18 September 2026 ·2 days ago

Key Account Manager

David Watson Transport
Sherburn In Elmet Full-time
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Are you a people\-first professional who thrives on building lasting relationships and delivering strategic solutions?
Do you enjoy working in a fast\-paced environment where your ideas, energy, and expertise make a real difference?

If that sounds like you—David Watson Transport Ltd has an exciting opportunity waiting.

Why Join David Watson Transport Ltd?

David Watson Transport Ltd is a leading FORS Gold accredited specialist transport company with a proven track record in delivering innovative transport solutions. With a commitment to safety, efficiency, and customer satisfaction, we take pride in providing reliable services to our clients across various industries. From fragile goods to over sized equipment, our commitment to innovation, reliability, and excellence sets us apart in the industry.

What we offer:

  • Salary: £31,000\- £34,500 (Experience Dependent)

  • Contracted Hours: 8\.00am \- 5:30pm (Monday\-Friday)

  • Office Based Role

  • Competitive base salary \+ performance\-based incentives

  • 29 Days Holiday including bank holidays

  • Private Medical Healthcare
Your Role as Key Account Manager:

You’ll be the go\-to person for our key clients—building trusted relationships, delivering tailored logistics solutions, and driving account growth through exceptional service and strategic insight.

What you’ll do:

  • Build and nurture long\-term relationships with key clients across various industries

  • Understand and anticipate client needs, offering smart, tailored transport solutions

  • Act as the lead contact—responding to enquiries, resolving issues, and ensuring high client satisfaction

  • Collaborate cross\-functionally to deliver on projects with precision and efficiency

  • Identify growth opportunities and help expand services within existing accounts
What You Bring to the Role:
  • Previous experience as a Key Account Manager (or similar client\-facing role) in transport/logistics

  • In\-depth knowledge of transportation and logistics processes

  • Excellent communication, negotiation, and relationship\-building skills

  • Strategic mindset with the ability to analyse trends and build account plans

  • Proficient in Microsoft Office; familiarity with transport planning/management software
Ready to Take the Next Step?

Apply today with your CV or email your application directly to: hr@davidwatsontransport.co.uk

Learn More About Us
Website: www.dw\-transport.co.uk
LinkedIn: David Watson Transport Ltd
Facebook: @DavidWatsonTransport
Instagram: @davidwatsontransport

We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. David Watson Transport Ltd is an equal opportunity employer. We encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds and experiences.

Job Types: Full\-time, Permanent

Pay: £31,000\.00\-£34,500\.00 per year

Benefits:

  • Company pension

  • Free parking

  • On\-site parking

  • Private medical insurance

  • Sick pay
Ability to commute/relocate:
  • Sherburn in Elmet LS25 6ES: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Education:
  • GCSE or equivalent (preferred)
Experience:
  • Account management: 1 year (required)

  • Logistics sales: 1 year (required)

  • Sales: 1 year (preferred)

  • Logistics: 1 year (preferred)
Work Location: In person

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