Account Executive II - National Sales

Ascentek • Milwaukee, WI

2d • Hybrid

About The Position

The Account Executive II - National Sales leads strategic growth efforts for designated OEM accounts by developing deep customer relationships, understanding customer needs, and driving both annual and multi-year business plans. You will serve as the primary liaison between the customer and internal teams to ensure alignment on priorities, opportunities, and performance expectations. This role requires strong technical acumen, the ability to navigate complex sales environments, and a commitment to delivering value through collaboration and expertise. Rooted in Our Values, the Account Executive II manages key accounts and helps core customers grow while strengthening long-term partnerships built on trust, service, and innovation.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in business management or related field
• Minimum 5 years of field sales experience or equivalent
• Understanding of manufacturing and environments where growth is driven by new product development
• Proven record of closing large and complex accounts or programs
• Proven success selling technical products
• Experience working in multi-level, complex sales environments
• A valid driver’s license
• Ability to build relationships within OEM accounts
• Ability to identify and influence key decision makers
• Ability to close and commercialize complex sales
• Strong interpersonal and organizational skills
• High level of integrity and work ethic
• Effective written and verbal communication skills
• Open and candid communication style
• Ability to work cross-functionally and collaborate effectively
• Experience calling on OEMs within, outdoor power equipment, power sports, heavy duty construction/Ag/trucking, forklift, air compressor, or military applications
• Proven ability to hunt and close new business, especially in target markets
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office
• Experience with forecasting or demand planning tools
• Experience with Salesforce or other CRM platforms
• Experience working within an ERP system
• Frequent sitting, talking, hearing, and use of hands for computer work
• Occasional standing or walking
• Ability to lift up to 10 lbs. such as a laptop or product samples
• Close vision and ability to focus on detailed work
• Occasional travel to customer sites, events, and industry functions via car or air
• Primarily office-based with moderate noise levels and periodic visits to customer production or trade show environments

Responsibilities

• Serve as the primary point of contact for assigned OEM accounts across all areas of the business
• Lead development and execution of annual business cycle activities and multi-year strategic plans
• Build deep multi-level customer relationships across OEM category management and procurement, OEM sales and marketing, OEM engineering, operations, and executive teams
• Attend market and industry specific events to build network of contacts, gain knowledge of trends, and identify opportunities
• Understand customer equipment, applications, channels, and end-user needs to influence growth strategies
• Identify and present account growth opportunities that align with customer priorities and Ascentek capabilities
• Lead and coordinate cross-functional account teams to ensure clarity of priorities and timely execution
• Develop category management plans including product mix, pricing, and promotional recommendations
• Provide support in solving technical challenges related to customer applications and product performance
• Establish and maintain customer pricing in alignment with account specific tools and company guidelines
• Assist with credit collections and financial follow up as needed
• Track, analyze, and report on account results and forward-looking projections
• Support new product development and technical collaboration efforts with internal specialists
• Build technical and sales expertise through ongoing industry, market, and product training
• Model Our Values in all customer and teammate interactions

Benefits

• Salary
• Medical Plan options, including fertility coverage and free mental health and telehealth coverage
• Dental and Vision Insurance
• FSA/HSA options
• Paid parental leave
• Company-provided short-term disability, long-term disability, and life insurance
• Supplemental Insurances, including accident, critical illness, hospital, and supplemental life insurance
• 401(k) with a generous company match
• Pet Insurance Benefits
• Tuition reimbursement
• 21 Paid Days Off
• 7 Paid Holidays
• Short-term Incentive Plan (STIP)
• Dress For Your Day (casual dress environment)
• Work Your Way (hybrid work) – Three days on site with anchor day on Wednesdays
• Paid comprehensive on-the-job training
• Company computer provided
• Career advancement opportunities

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level