Account Manager - Industrial Automation

Are you ready?

The Account Manager position requires qualifying new accounts and opportunities or to further a relationship or opportunity with existing customers within the OEM, System Integrator, Panel Builder, Food and Beverage, Water & Wastewater Treatment markets. This role requires someone who is self-sufficient, comfortable working remotely, and is highly motivated to nurture and develop key market verticals.

The ideal candidate for this role is someone who has interest (experience preferred) in automation control, specifically PLC & VFDS, motor control, pneumatics, and electrical services. The account manager must also effectively leverage both internal and external resources for product and customer service support, thereby maximizing time spent generating revenue producing opportunities. This individual will be supported by an automation team who will be available to assist with opportunity support and project management.

In this role you will:

• Implement strategy to increase sales and profits from key accounts
• Identify opportunities to improve productivity
• Understand customer business needs and work closely with our supplier partners to help find solutions to meet those needs
• Give presentations on new products, answer questions on products and Company services
• Attain or exceed sales and profit budget

What you bring to the table:

• 4+ years experience preferred
• 4 year degree preferred
• Strong communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills
• Familiarity with Requests for Information (RFI) and Requests for Proposals (RFP)

Pay Details:

The expected salary for this position is $95,000 annually depending on experience. This position is also bonus eligible based on specific and relevant business metrics.

This role requires the use of your personal vehicle for business purposes. Graybar offers a Fixed and Variable Rate (FAVR) reimbursement program to support eligible drivers. This program allows you to choose and drive your own vehicle, rather than a company-assigned car, and your reimbursements can help you build equity in your vehicle over time. Please note that certain vehicle requirements, such as age and original MSRP, may impact your eligibility for tax-free reimbursement. More information about Graybar's FAVR reimbursement program will be shared upon hire.

TheValue of Graybar:

At Graybar, we are known for our comprehensive benefits and our employee stock ownership plan! Most regular, full-time employees at Graybar may be eligible for a variety of benefits like:

• Multiple plan options for Medical, Dental, Vision,and Prescription Drugbenefits.

• Life Insurance coverage for you and options for your family.

• Save on expenses with Flexible Spending Accounts.

• Enjoy our Disability Benefitsat no cost to you.

• Share in our success with Profit Sharing Plans.

• 401(k) Savings Planwith company match to help secure your future.

• Paid Vacation& Sick Daysto spend time away from work or in case of an illness.

• Rest and recharge during our Paid Holidaysthroughout the year.

• Take advantage of our Paid Wellness Dayto focus on preventive care and prioritize your health.

• Volunteer with Community Time Offto give back to the community.

• Predictable Work Schedulesto plan your life: no weekends or nights for most roles.

• Celebrate your and others' achievements with our Employee Recognition Program.

• Reach your career goals with our Educational Reimbursement and Career Development Programs.

• And More Perksthat support your well-being and career growth.

Benefit eligibility may vary across locations and roles, so be sure to check in with your recruiter for more information.