Strategic Account Manager

COMPANY OVERVIEW: Our client is the On-Line Leak Repair and Mechanical Solutions AuthorityPOSITION: Strategic Account ManagerCOMPENSATION: Competitive SalaryBENEFITS: Standard package, 401K, PTO, and paid holidays.LOCATION: Chicago, ILSUMMARY: We are seeking a dynamic, results-driven Account Manager to join our team. This role involves managing and expanding relationships with existing clients with a heavy focus on cultivating new business opportunity across a territory. Success in this position requires effective communication with clients, the operations team, and field technicians to ensure seamless service.Duties Or ResponsibilitiesMaintain and expand relationships with existing customers to drive sales growth (20%).Identify and secure new business opportunities to grow client portfolio (80%).Schedule and lead customer-focused presentations, such as Lunch and LearnsRepresent with professionalism, honesty and integrityStay knowledgeable about full range of products and servicesCoordinate customer requirements with the operations team, ensuring clear communication on safety and training needsOrganize and manage client engagement events, such as golf or fishing tournamentsSupport field technicians at customer locations when necessaryExperience And Qualifications5 years’ experience in Industrial Sales, Industrial Leak Seal, or Industrial Technical (In-Plant) rolesMust have turnaround and maintenance contacts in the Golden Triangle areaExceptional verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to interact with professionals at all levels, including Plant Managers and CEOsProficient in Salesforce, Microsoft Outlook, Word, PowerPoint, and ExcelSelf-motivated, highly organized, and able to work independently with minimal supervisionValid driver’s license with a clean record; ability to operate a vehicle safely for customer visitsAdaptable to changing schedules and prioritiesAbility to pass a drug screen and background check per company safety standardsPLEASE NOTE: We try to respond to everyone who applies for our jobs, but in periods of high activity it may not be possible. We hope we can personally help you find your new job and wish you success in your job search. For more information, please email Kristin Skendziel at kskendziel@bicrecruiting.com