Account Manager, Scale

MERGE • Kansas City, MO

2d • $52,900 - $63,500 • Hybrid

About The Position

At MERGE, we are Built Different. We are a marketing and technology agency purpose-built for the intersection of health and wellness—where human impact matters most. By weaving storytelling through technology, we move beyond traditional engagement to Whole Human Marketing. This approach recognizes that humans are multidimensional and complex, and uses AI to ensure every brand interaction feels natural, contextual, and relevant.
This commitment to human-first innovation is what brings us together and propels us forward. We are united by our North Star: to unite people and brands to empower healthier, happier lives.
Emerge to the Top of Your Career
At MERGE, we strive to create a superior work experience where talented and ambitious people grow. An experience that encourages people to think higher and feel deeper. An experience where people engage their minds and hearts to do the best work of their careers.
As our Account Manager, Scale, you will Treat every client relationship as untapped growth potential, owning a book of business and continuously finding ways to expand it. You’ll spot whitespace, build compelling cases for new scope, and turn satisfied clients into long-term, thriving partners. Moving with agility and staying grounded in humility, you bring the sharp ability to connect client needs to creative solutions while thinking like a curious, consultative seller who loves hitting a goal.

Requirements

• 3–5 years of experience in client services, digital marketing, or technology consulting, ideally with a proven track record of growing accounts or hitting revenue targets.
• Strong proposal-writing and business-case skills, with comfort coordinating technical and creative SMEs to build compelling pitches under deadline.
• A natural "hunter-farmer" instinct — nimble and as skilled at spotting an opportunity as you are at nurturing the relationship that gets you there.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, paired with the active listening skills and confidence to run client meetings and make the ask.
• Strong organizational skills that allow you to juggle multiple accounts, deadlines, and stakeholders seamlessly.
• A competitive spirit paired with zero ego, thriving in a fast-paced environment where cross-functional teamwork comes first.

Nice To Haves

• Familiarity with CRM tools and account/contract administration workflows.
• Exposure to digital marketing, martech, or technology consulting engagements.
• Experience contributing to or supporting SOW/contract processes in a client-facing role.

Responsibilities

• Identify whitespace within existing accounts and build a pipeline of expansion opportunities — new services, new stakeholders, and new budget lines.
• Lead the drafting of proposals and SOWs that make the business case for expanded scope, partnering closely with service group SMEs and Project Management to back it up.
• Build genuine fluency in each client's market and competitive landscape so you can spot openings before they're obvious and speak credibly to their priorities.
• Meet regularly with client stakeholders to check in, gather feedback, and consistently look for the next opportunity to deepen the partnership.
• Build relationships beyond your primary contact to uncover new pockets of budget and influence within the client organization.
• Track renewals, manage signature processes, and maintain clean CRM hygiene so growth opportunities never slip through the cracks.
• Adapt quickly to shifting client priorities and agency rhythms without losing momentum.
• Listen first, celebrate team wins, and approach every problem with a desire to learn and support others.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, 401K, Lifestyle Spending Account, Employer Paid Life & Disability Insurance, Flexible Time off & Holidays plus many other benefits and rewards.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed