JOB SUMMARY
This job is primarily responsible for supporting & managing customer projects from beginning to end. The incumbent will be the main link between the customer, your supported Sales Representative and Operations. Must manage the customer's project while communicating effectively with your supported Sales Rep and Operation. Will manage and maintain overall customer relations through project accuracy, communication, and service for all of our service lines. The incumbent is responsible for providing effective customer service and project management for all internal and external customers with in-depth knowledge of company products and programs as well as communicating effectively with team members. The incumbent will operate as the lead point of contact for any and all matters specific to the assigned accounts including negotiating contracts and agreements.
ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES
Cold Calling to develop new business leads on a regular basis. Tele-market, correspond and meet with current and prospective customers. Maintain long-term consultative relationship with clients for repeat business. Meet and exceed sales goals.Overseeing customer relationships and maintaining those contacts by engaging in timely follow-up, resolving or foreseeing potential issues, and achieving customer satisfaction.Collaborate with estimating, production, and sales staff to accommodate new business opportunities.Serve as primary point of customer contact . Review research on customers' business, markets, and industry trends. Consult directly with customers regarding new or improved product offerings. Identify changes in customers' buying patterns and product requirements through periodic review.Organize and manage internal resources to meet financial, and growth objectives of assigned accounts. Communicate specific account strategies internally to key stakeholders. Work closely with material planning and production scheduling to ensure accurate project specifications and delivery.Maintain sales forecasts, revenue projections, and coordination of internal and external kickoff meetings to support new customer implementations. This includes preparing reports, conducting quarterly business reviews, and monitoring account status.Create and distribute customer change requests, knowledge of Salesforce, and possess very strong MS Office Skills for customer presentation development.Other duties as assigned or requested.EDUCATION
Required
High School/GEDSubstitutions
NonePreferred
Bachelor's DegreeEXPERIENCE
Required
5 years Successful Sales Outcomes5 years Customer ServicePreferred
5 years Account Executive - Print or Light Manufacturing IndustryLICENSES or CERTIFICATIONS
Required
NonePreferred
NoneSKILLS
Customer/Client Focus and ServiceProblem Solving/AnalysisStrong Organizational and Planning Skills,Project Management SkillsExcellent Verbal and Written Communication SkillsLanguage (Other than English)
None
Travel Requirement
75% - 100%
PHYSICAL, MENTAL DEMANDS and WORKING CONDITIONS
Position Type
Most On-The-Road Position
Non-Office Based Position
Teaches / trains others regularly
Rarely
Travel regularly from the office to various work sites or from site-to-site
Constantly
Works primarily out-of-the office selling products/services (sales employees)
Constantly
Physical work site required
No
Lifting: up to 10 pounds
Rarely
Lifting: 10 to 25 pounds
Rarely
Lifting: 25 to 50 pounds
Rarely
Disclaimer: The job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and essential duties and responsibilities of work performed by employees within this job title. It may not contain a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees to do this job.
Compliance Requirement: This position adheres to the ethical and legal standards and behavioral expectations as set forth in the code of business conduct and company policies.
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