Account DirectorRemoteUK / Software / Retail Industry / Software / Service Sales / Retailers£100,000 - £120,000 base + BonusAn exciting opportunity for an account director with extensive knowledge of the retail industry, in the role there will be responsibility for managing relationships, client satisfaction and utilising all round consulting sales knowledge and expertise. Your main responsibilities in the role will be:* Being a trusted advisor, helping clients achieve long term success. Managing change, helping to carry out strategy, monitor progress and quickly rectify issues. * Qualify and close new opportunities with clients, upsell and cross sell, ensuring clients can see the value in the solutions. * Develop and manage client relationships from c-suite to project managers.* Responsible for the proper execution of all aspects of client contracts * Continue to develop a deep understanding of the retail industry and ensure a strong grasp of retail operations within global, technology and social trends. To be successful in the position, you will likely be:* Extensive experience in a role within retail organisation, preferably with a cross-functional background (managing merchandising, marketing, finance, supply chain, digital analytics)* Client facing experience at a senior executive level with exceptional communication skills* Proven track record of selling to clients and delivering complex and impactful client engagements * Minimum 4 years of retail industry experience Bright Executive Recruitment is acting as an employment agency in relation to this vacancy.