About Working at Commerce 

Building a career here is more than just steps on a ladder. It’s about helping people find financial safety and success, helping businesses thrive, and making sure people and their money are taken care of. And our commitment doesn’t stop there. Our culture is about our people, the ones in our communities and the ones that work with us.  

Here, you’ll find opportunities to grow and learn, to connect with others, and build relationships with the people around you. You’ll have the space and resources to grow into the best version of yourself. Because our number one investment is you.

Creating an award-winning culture doesn't come easy. And after more than 155 years, we know Commerce Bank is only at its best when our people are. If this sounds interesting to you, keep reading and let’s talk. 

Compensation Range

Annual Salary: $114,500.00 - $136,500.00 (Amount based on relevant experience, skills, and competencies.)

About This Job

The main purpose of this job is to develop long-term relationships, drive customer satisfaction, and lead the team to provide exceptional service to meet the unique needs of small business clients.

Essential Functions

In conjunction with senior leadership, maintain focus on strategic initiatives to achieve portfolio growth, client satisfaction targets, client and account manager retention targets, and overall goal setting

Ensure full usage of CRM for call activity tracking, dashboard management, strategic account plan completions and guiding customer contact strategies for account managers

Review credit requests, including loan structuring, negotiating/pricing collateral, ensuring adequate loan documentation and analyzing industry/credit risk for business opportunities

Assist in joint calling efforts with Account Managers and Specialists

Collaborate with internal stakeholders such as product management teams, marketing, operations, and risk management to ensure seamless service delivery

Ensure the team adheres to all regulatory requirements, policies, and procedures related to small business banking

Continuously improve account management processes to enhance efficiency and customer satisfaction

Foster a collaborative team environment to encourage continuous improvement and customer-centric approaches

Lead, mentor and motivate team members to implement the department strategy and manage department workflow with guidance on departmental projects/issues, and provide coaching and development opportunities appropriate to each direct report's individual needs

Perform all necessary management functions, including hiring, evaluations, annual increase allocations and disciplinary action as required

Communicate decisions, priorities and relevant information to team members effectively

Support budget management, planning and expenditure

Perform other duties as assigned

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Required

Strong knowledge of client account management and consultative sales strategies, including knowledge of best practices

Strong critical thinking skills with the ability to apply discretion and sound judgement to efficiently and effectively solve problems

Ability to drive results and balance management of organizational risk and meeting goals of the business

Strong leadership skills with ability to motivate team members and foster a positive team environment that gives way to collaboration and unified goals

Outstanding interpersonal and relationship building skills with the ability to effectively communicate with all levels of the company, clearly expressing ideas and concepts both verbally and in writing

Ability to remain adaptable and resilient to all situations with an optimistic outlook and cast a positive shadow that is aligned with our culture and Core Values

Advanced level proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, Teams and Outlook  

Education & Experience

Bachelor’s degree in Business, Finance, or equivalent combination of education and experience required

6+ years account management or sales experience required

3+ years leadership/supervisory experience required

For this position, federal regulations require Commerce Bank to prepare an investigatory consumer report which will disclose credit history. If you express interest in and are considered for this position, you will be asked to authorize that report.

**Hybrid Schedule: In office 3 days per week

***For individuals applying, assigned and/or hired to work in areas with pay transparency requirements, Commerce is required by law to include a reasonable estimate of the compensation range for some roles.  This compensation range is for the Manager, Account Management - SBB job and contemplates a wide range of factors that are considered in determining most appropriate job level and making compensation decisions, including but not limited to location, skill sets, education, relevant experience and training, licensure and certifications, and other business and organizational needs. The disclosed range estimate has not been adjusted for any applicable differentials (geographic, bilingual, or shift) that could be associated with the position or where it is filled. At Commerce, it is not typical for an individual to be hired at or near the top of the range for their role, and compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each situation. A reasonable estimate of the current base pay is $114,500 to $136,500 annually. This position will be eligible for additional compensation through performance-based incentive plan(s) that will correspond to meeting performance goals.

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The candidate selected for this position may be eligible for the following employment benefits: employer sponsored health, dental, and vision insurance, 401(k), life insurance, paid vacation, and paid personal time. In addition, we offer career development, education assistance, and voluntary supplemental benefits.  Click here to learn more.

Location: 922 Walnut, Kansas City, Missouri 64106

Time Type:

Full time