Our prestigious client based in Poole is looking for an Internal Account Support to join their busy office-based team within the cruise division.

 

• Job title: Internal Account Support


• Contract type: Permanent


• Hours: 40 hours per week


• Location: Office based. Poole, Dorset

 

What you will be doing as Internal Account Support:

Frontline Customer Support

• A knowledge of the customer base and our key contacts as well as the customer’s order fulfilment process. There will be a requirement to keep up to date with the movements of the cruise ships and offer resolutions to the customer when orders cannot be fulfilled.


• There is a requirement to answer the phone in a professional manner and to quickly understand the requirements of the customer. The Internal Account Support position will work closely with SMEs to support with product knowledge and issue resolution.

 

Managing and responding to delivery issues/queries

• Similar to the above, including management of the Cruise inbox requiring allocation and/or resolution of queries within the agreed timeframe.


• The ability to compose emails in a professional manner and work with other team members to keep the inbox up to date to prevent any queries being delayed of missed.

 

Customer Order Management

• A good understanding of order receipt and order processing from start to finish will be required including a full understanding of procedures to ensure all orders are managed accurately and within agreed timeframe.


• The ability to take a systemised approach and be inquisitive to ensure that any questions/queries are properly researched and resolved. Navigation around the company’s ERP, CRM and data management software as well as good excel and smartsheet skills.

 

Management of Goods In

• A good understanding of business processes and the supply chain, working closely with the purchasing and order fulfilment team.


• As Internal Account Support you will have the ability to work with other departments, be organised, coordinate and prioritise workload.

 

Booking Transport to 3PL locations

• A knowledge of the routes to our two 3PL locations and the travelling time. The various transport options for emergencies. A requirement to understand vehicle sizes and their limitations.


• Working with transport companies and planning to ensure sufficient time is given to arrange transport. Working with the warehouse to get an understanding of shipment sizes and planning transport accordingly.

 

Preparing paperwork

• A good understanding of both internal processes and those of our customers. Understanding the requirements of exporting goods out of the UK.


• Basic Microsoft word skills will be required.

 

Stock management at 3PL locations.

• A good understanding of the reporting that determines stock held in 3PL locations and validating this, then making recommendations based on customer information or historical events.


• The ability to read and understand reorder reports and use good excel skills to make additional recommendations based on information provided by the customer about future ship movements.

 

Sign Off Authority

• There are predetermined rates for shipping to 3PL locations. There will be % allowance provided so freight can be booked if the fee is within the allowance.

 

What’s in it for you

• Monthly profit share bonus scheme


• Holiday buy-back scheme


• Company sick pay


• Free onsite parking


• Perks at Work scheme


• Tuck shop snacks


• Free lunch Fridays


• Birthday vouchers and Company social and corporate events


• Subsidised workplace massage


• Eye care vouchers


• Employee assistance programme (EAP)


• Cycle to Work scheme


• Free access to LinkedIn Learning

 

Who you are as an Internal Account Support

In this role, you’re someone who thrives in a fast-moving environment, bringing a blend of adaptability and cultural sensitivity to support a diverse customer base. You take a proactive approach, anticipate needs, and stay steady with real resilience when plans shift unexpectedly. You’re meticulous, with strong attention to detail, and you bring genuine empathy to every interaction. Collaboration comes naturally to you, you’re a true team player and you keep a strong customer focus at the heart of everything you do. Clear communication and a real passion for the industry round out your strengths, helping you deliver a smooth, positive experience for every customer you support.