Account Manager

Graybar

$85K *
Business Services
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 3+ years of relevant experience in account management or sales
  • 4-year degree preferred, ideally in a related field
  • Exceptional communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills
  • Knowledge of RFIs and RFP processes
  • Proven record of increasing sales and profitability

Responsibilities

  • Develop strategies to enhance sales and profitability from key accounts
  • Pinpoint areas for productivity improvements
  • Analyze customer needs and collaborate with suppliers for tailored solutions
  • Present new products and company services to clients
  • Meet or exceed sales and profit targets

Benefits

  • Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug benefits
  • Life insurance options for employee and family
  • Flexible spending accounts to save on expenses
  • Disability benefits at no cost to the employee
  • Profit-sharing plans to share in the company’s success
  • 401(k) savings plan with company match
  • Paid vacation and sick days
  • Paid holidays throughout the year
  • Paid wellness day for preventive health focus
  • Community time off to volunteer
  • Predictable work schedules with no weekends or nights for most roles
  • Employee recognition program for celebrating achievements
  • Educational reimbursement and career development opportunities
  • Additional perks for well-being and career growth
Full Job Description
As an Account Manager, you will be the point person on key accounts. We will count on you to service these key accounts and solicit new business to maximize profitability. You will position Graybar as the primary supplier of electrical, communications, and security products and solutions.

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


Compensation Details: The expected salary for this position is $85,000 annually. This position is also incentive 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.

The Value 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 Drug benefits.
  • Life Insurance coverage for you and options for your family.
  • Save on expenses with Flexible Spending Accounts.
  • Enjoy our Disability Benefits at no cost to you.
  • Share in our success with Profit Sharing Plans.
  • 401(k) Savings Plan with company match to help secure your future.
  • Paid Vacation & Sick Days to spend time away from work or in case of an illness.
  • Rest and recharge during our Paid Holidays throughout the year.
  • Take advantage of our Paid Wellness Day to focus on preventive care and prioritize your health.
  • Volunteer with Community Time Off to give back to the community.
  • Predictable Work Schedules to 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 Perks that 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.

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