Account Manager

ITOCHU International, Inc.

• $80K — $95K *
US-AnywhereRemote in United States
Manufacturing & Automotive
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Business, Sales, Marketing, or related field (or equivalent experience)
  • Proven B2B sales experience, ideally in plastics, resins, or chemical distribution
  • Strong knowledge of commodity and specialty resin products
  • Demonstrated success in account management and business development
  • Excellent communication, negotiation, and relationship-building skills
  • Ability to independently manage a multi-state territory
  • Proficiency in CRM systems and sales reporting tools

Responsibilities

  • Manage and grow sales of commodity resins like polyethylene and polypropylene
  • Drive sales of specialty resins, including engineering thermoplastics (ETP)
  • Develop and maintain strong customer relationships for retention and revenue growth
  • Identify and secure new business opportunities across the territory
  • Meet or exceed individual and team sales targets
  • Collaborate with internal teams for seamless service delivery
  • Provide market insights and customer feedback for strategic planning
  • Maintain accurate records of sales activities and forecasts

Benefits

  • Remote work flexibility
  • Opportunity to work in a dynamic and growing industry
  • Access to professional development and training
  • Collaborative team environment
  • Potential for territory adjustments to align with business needs
Full Job Description
Job Title: Sales Account Manager

Location: Remote

Reports To: Director of Sales

Position Summary

The Sales Account Manager is responsible for driving domestic sales within an assigned multi-state territory, managing both commodity and specialty resin product lines. This role focuses on account management, business development, and achieving sales targets as part of the broader domestic sales team.

Key Responsibilities
  • Manage and grow sales of commodity resins, including polyethylene and polypropylene, within the assigned territory.
  • Drive sales of non-commodity and specialty resins, including engineering thermoplastics (ETP) and related products.
  • Develop and maintain strong relationships with existing customers to ensure retention, satisfaction, and revenue growth.
  • Identify and secure new business opportunities, expanding the customer base across the territory.
  • Meet or exceed individual and team sales targets and performance metrics.
  • Collaborate with internal teams, including supply chain, operations, and leadership, to ensure seamless service delivery.
  • Provide market insights, competitive intelligence, and customer feedback to support strategic planning.
  • Maintain accurate records of sales activities, forecasts, and pipeline management.
  • Travel within the assigned territory as needed to support customer engagement and business development.

Territory
  • Primary responsibility includes the states of Minnesota, Wisconsin, Illinois, Pennsylvania, and Indiana.
  • Territory assignments may be adjusted periodically at the discretion of the Director of Sales.

Qualifications
  • Bachelor's degree in Business, Sales, Marketing, or a related field (or equivalent experience).
  • Proven experience in B2B sales, preferably within the plastics, resins, or chemical distribution industry.
  • Strong understanding of commodity and specialty resin products is highly preferred.
  • Demonstrated success in account management and new business development.
  • Excellent communication, negotiation, and relationship-building skills.
  • Ability to work independently and manage a multi-state territory effectively.
  • Proficiency in CRM systems and sales reporting tools.

Key Competencies
  • Results-driven with strong sales acumen
  • Strategic thinking and problem-solving
  • Customer-focused mindset
  • Adaptability and ability to manage changing territory needs
  • Collaboration and teamwork

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