Account Manager Sales Trainee - Louisville, KY, United States - Millcraft

Description

Account Manager, Sales Trainee
Are you a motivated and personable professional seeking a rewarding career in account management?

Join our esteemed privately-owned company, with over a century of experience, as we seek individuals to excel in the role of account manager.

From essential office supplies to specialized packaging materials and cutting-edge equipment, our account managers play a pivotal role in delivering value to our customers.

In this role, you will lead profitable customer relationships while proactively identifying growth opportunities and collaborating with our team of specialists to deliver innovative solutions.

Conduct presentations and effectively promote company products and services to both existing and prospective clients, with the aim of driving profitable growth and increasing gross profit
Cultivate and nurture robust strategic relationships with key clients to ensure long term partnerships and mutual success
Act as a professional representative of the company during all customer interactions, fostering strong business partnerships and upholding the company's brand image
Provide comprehensive support, guidance, and direction to Customer Services Representatives regarding customer requirements, including order specifications, pricing, and quality standards
Proactively identify and pursue new business opportunities through various channels such as prospecting, lead generation, trade shows, networking, and social media engagement
Maintain accurate records of customer information and sales related data, regularly updating business opportunities and providing timely reports as requested
Manage travel and entertainment expenses meticulously, adhering to company policies and guidelines.
Oversee account inventory, including stock holdings and receivables, to optimize cash flow and capacity utilization.
Foster collaborative relationships across different functional units within the organization to enhance operational efficiency and effectiveness.

Actively contribute to the development of actionable and value-added solutions, providing feedback and suggestions to improve sales practices and processes.

Diligent and proactive in delivering superior customer service
Demonstrated organizational prowess, complemented by strong follow-up and time management abilities, with a focused approach toward goal attainment
Advanced technical proficiency, including mastery of Microsoft Office Suite, particularly PowerPoint; experience with ERP and/or CRM systems is highly advantageous
Proven track record of creating, refining, and formatting written materials to a presentation ready standard, ensuring aesthetic appeal and maximum effectiveness
Projects a professional image and adeptly represents the company's interests both internally and externally
4 year degree with an emphasis in Business or related field preferred
Travel may be required
Work environments range from office settings to customer sites, occasionally exposing individuals to noisy environments.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Work is performed in an office environment or outside the office with existing or potential customers, employees or others. Within the office, floors are both carpeted and tiled. Occasional interaction may occur within the Operations environment wherein noise is moderate to loud and floors are generally concrete. Temperature is moderated by heat in the winter and air conditioning or air circulation methods in the summer.

We are committed to equal opportunity in the terms and conditions of employment for all employees and job applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, gender identity or gender expression, national origin, disability, or veteran status.

Millcraft Paper Company complies with all applicable national, state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment as well as employment eligibility verification requirements of the Immigration and Nationality Act.

This is a full-time exempt position. Millcraft offers a benefit package including Medical, Dental, Vision, Health Savings Account, Life Insurance, PTO, Retirement Plan, and more.