Account Executive, Senior

QXO

$95K — $115K *
Erie, PA 16509In-Person
Real Estate & Construction
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 7-15 years of experience in outside sales or account management roles.
  • Experience managing a book of business valued between $7M-$15M.
  • Background in building materials, construction, or wholesale distribution strongly preferred.
  • Demonstrated ability to handle complex customer relationships and high-value accounts.
  • Strategic thinker proficient in negotiation and relationship management.
  • Analytical proficiency with a focus on margin and profitability management.
  • High competency with CRM systems and sales technology.

Responsibilities

  • Own and grow a $7M-$15M book of business, focusing on revenue and margin growth.
  • Develop strategic account plans for long-term profitability and retention.
  • Conduct regular customer visits and job-site meetings with key decision-makers.
  • Serve as the primary relationship owner for high-value strategic accounts.
  • Collaborate with internal teams to ensure a differentiated customer experience.
  • Identify new business opportunities through referrals and market intelligence.
  • Negotiate pricing and programs while maintaining sound commercial judgment.

Benefits

  • 401(k) with employer match
  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance
  • PTO, company holidays, and parental leave
  • Paid training and certifications
  • Legal assistance and identity protection
  • Pet insurance
  • Employee assistance program (EAP)
Full Job Description


What you'll do:

  • Own and grow an assigned $7M-$15M book of business, driving sustained revenue, margin, and wallet share growth.
  • Develop and execute comprehensive account plans focused on long-term profitability, retention, and strategic expansion.
  • Conduct regular customer visits, job-site meetings, and structured business reviews with key decision-makers.
  • Serve as the primary relationship owner for complex, high-value customers and strategic accounts.
  • Partner closely with branch leadership, operations, inside sales, and customer support teams to deliver a seamless and differentiated customer experience.
  • Collaborate with hunter-style Outside Sales Representatives to transition newly acquired customers into long-term managed accounts.
  • Participate in joint customer meetings and onboarding sessions to ensure continuity and customer confidence.
  • Identify and pursue selective new business opportunities through referrals, white-space analysis, and market intelligence.
  • Align customers with manufacturer partners and vendor resources to support technical requirements, large projects, and growth initiatives.
  • Negotiate pricing, programs, and terms within established guidelines, exercising sound commercial judgment.
  • Maintain accurate CRM documentation, forecasting, and account plans.
  • Monitor market trends, competitive dynamics, and customer needs to proactively identify risks and growth opportunities.
  • Act as a mentor and informal leader to less-experienced Account Executives by sharing best practices and market insights.
  • Travel regularly within the assigned territory to support customer relationships.

What you'll bring:

  • 7-15 years of experience in outside sales, account management, or related customer-facing roles.
  • Demonstrated success managing and growing a $7M-$15M book of business.
  • Strong experience in building materials, construction, or wholesale distribution strongly preferred.
  • Proven ability to manage complex customer relationships and high-value accounts.
  • Strong strategic thinking, negotiation, and relationship-management skills.
  • Analytical mindset with disciplined margin and profitability management.
  • High proficiency with CRM systems and sales technology.
  • Ability to work independently while influencing outcomes across cross-functional teams.
  • Valid driver's license and clean driving record.
  • Spanish bilingual proficiency is a plus.

What you'll earn

  • 401(k) with employer match
  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance
  • PTO, company holidays, and parental leave
  • Paid training and certifications
  • Legal assistance and identity protection
  • Pet insurance
  • Employee assistance program (EAP)


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