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Quick Snapshot

The Inside Sales Account Executive III (AE III) is an inside sales position. While this is mostly a work from home / remote position, candidates need to live near a major city in the state of Texas. The work schedule is Mon-Fri 8am-5pm. This position is a combo hunter / farmer, meaning you will be responsible for new business as well as retention of existing accounts. Candidates should be well-versed in business to business (B2B) sales and willing to cold call and prospect for new business while managing a book of business.

I. Job Summary
The AE III generates shareholder value by using a consultative retention approach for larger and/or more complex Small/Medium Business WM customers in an assigned book of business, territory/segment. The AE III manages existing business relationships focused on achieving budgeted retention goals by developing and implementing sound retention strategies, utilizing strong negotiation efforts to preserve business, and securing and updating contract agreements from WM customers as well as growing revenues from existing customers. The role of the AE III is to maintain a net positive business performance in the commercial space through proactive outreach, account retention and revenue protection efforts to maintain a mutually beneficial alignment between the customer and WM's growth goals. The AE III is additionally responsible for generating revenue growth for WM by networking and capitalizing on cultivated relationships as well as acting as a mentor for the growth of internal staff. 

Additional Information:

This role is in addition to the current responsibilities as an AE II. As such, it requires an individual who is adept at managing multiple priorities while also nurturing internal talent and driving growth. Must sustain a 75% or higher total secure rate of assigned book of business.

II. Essential Duties and Responsibilities 
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Other minor duties may be assigned. 

Customer interaction (external and internal), response & follow up 

Serve as the lead point of contact for customer account management matters in an assigned book of business, establish and maintain a high level of customer satisfaction with internal and external customers, and build and maintain strong, long-lasting customer relationships  Align WM products and services with customer needs, propose solutions that are compliant with appropriate local, state and federal regulations, and increase account penetration through consultative selling skills  Negotiate, update, and renew customer service agreements to maximize profits by providing ongoing education of contract details and use of strong negotiation skills Resolve challenging customer requests and collaborate with the Inside Sales Manager to resolve all customer escalations or issues Communicate rates, charges and service strategies with conviction as well as understand and effectively use customer incentives and concessions within appropriate profit targets and level of authority Collaborate with sales team to identify and grow opportunities within territory and engage additional WM business opportunities, referring internally as appropriate Generate expanded relationships and revenue growth for WM by networking and capitalizing on cultivated relationships 

Administrative work
 

Use WM sales productivity software tools accurately and consistently (i.e. Salesforce.com/Customer Relationship Management and Pricing Tools) Prepare reports as needed and/or handle general administrative duties as appropriate

Leadership/Mentoring 

Take the lead to mentor WM account management and sales staff to develop WM's internal bench strength. This could include orienting newly hired personnel in the organization as well as helping seasoned professionals looking for personal growth and development.  Proactively seek out opportunities to share best practices and develop the talents of others within WM. 

III. Supervisory Responsibilities
This position has no supervisory responsibilities.

IV. Qualifications
The requirements listed below are representative of the qualifications necessary to perform the job.

A. Education and Experience 

Education: High School Diploma or GED (accredited) Experience: Six (6) years of business to business account management experience at a mastery level 

B. Certificates, Licenses, Registrations or Other Requirements 

None required. 

C. Other Knowledge, Skills or Abilities Required 

Ability to effectively convert customer cancellation requests Ability to build relationships (advanced) Ability to set goals Proficient in time management Proficient in computer skills High impact communication Planning and organization Ability to negotiate (advanced) Financial acumen Leadership/mentorship skills

V. Work Environment
Listed below are key points regarding environmental demands and work environment of the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job.

Required to use motor coordination with finger dexterity (such as keyboarding, machine operation, etc.) most of the work day; Required to exert physical effort in handling objects less than 30 pounds rarely; Normal setting for this job is an office setting.

Benefits
At Waste Management, each eligible employee receives a competitive total compensation package including Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance and Short Term Disability. As well as a Stock Purchase Plan, Company match on 401K, and more! Our employees also receive Paid Vacation, Holidays, and Personal Days. Please note that benefits may vary by site.

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