Account Manager / Outside Sales Representative - Greater Kansas City Area

Spectrum Paint•Kansas City, MO

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Account Manager will be responsible for expanding the Company's business within pre-assigned territories. This position is accountable for achieving sales goals through the acquisition and development of new customers and expansion of the product line within the existing customer base. Develop and target regional accounts and prospects in conjunction with the Regional Sales Manager to achieve contract, revenue growth, account milestone objectives, and activity expectations within an assigned account/geography.

Requirements

Must be a Self-Starter and punctual
Strong desire to achieve top results with a positive “can-do” demeanor
Ability to multitask, prioritize and manage time efficiently
Excellent Verbal/Written Communication Skills
Outstanding interpersonal and customer service skills
Excellent verbal and written communication skills with the ability to negotiate and close deals
Ability to excel at Product Knowledge, Presentation Skills, and Building Client Relationships
Commitment to ethical behavior and willingness to adhere to company policies
Able to pass a background and MVR check
Must have a valid driver's license and a clean driving record
Must be able to drive the company vehicle

Nice To Haves

Bilingual (English / Spanish) preferred but not required
Territory Management Experience is a plus

Responsibilities

Servicing customers and developing sales in a designated territory.
Establish new accounts by discovering business opportunities and calling on new customers.
Give product recommendations, application instructions, and quote competitive pricing on coatings for the architectural, commercial, and industrial fields.
Place orders on behalf of customers and follow up to ensure that orders have been completed promptly.
Work with Store Manager and other store employees to ensure customer needs are met or exceeded.
Maintain regular contact with customers to understand needs and identify business opportunities.
Resolve customer complaints by investigating problems and developing solutions.
Ensure all internal reporting is completed in a timely fashion with correct information.
Regularly communicate with Regional Sales Management regarding the status and progress of accounts.
Encourage and develop a team culture with store team members.
Actively establish and build strong relationships with external and internal partners.
Other duties as assigned by the Regional Sales Management Team.