Entry Level Account Manager (B2B Sales)

Universal Energy Solutions•Schaumburg, IL

7d•$65,000 - $90,000•Onsite

About The Position

Universal Energy Solutions is hiring full-time Account Managers for its Schaumburg team to serve businesses in the local area. Account Managers work directly with business owners to review electricity and natural gas supply plans, present competitive supplier options, and recommend solutions suited to each customer’s needs. The role focuses primarily on managing existing customer relationships and supporting renewals, while also growing a portfolio through new business development. Customer relationships can generate recurring income through renewals and residual commissions. The workday begins at the office with team connection, preparation, and follow-up with existing accounts before traveling to an assigned territory, typically within a 30-mile radius. The company provides paid, hands-on training, coaching, mentorship, and professional development, with opportunities to advance into management. Compensation includes commissions on new accounts, residual commissions on managed accounts, weekly commission payments, and performance-based incentives. Typical first-year on-target earnings are $65,000–$90,000, with top performers earning $125,000 or more. Health benefits are available after eligibility requirements are met. Universal Energy Solutions helps businesses reduce energy costs by connecting them with competitive electricity and natural gas supplier programs. UES Careers is the recruiting arm supporting hiring across the company’s growing network of independently owned and operated offices.

Requirements

Minimum of 2 years of related sales experience.
Valid driver’s license.
Reliable personal vehicle.
Authorized to work in the United States.
Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
Comfortable meeting with business owners face-to-face.

Nice To Haves

Previous experience in sales, customer service, retail, hospitality, or another customer-facing role.
Self-motivated with strong communication and organizational skills.
Prior knowledge and experience in the deregulated energy field.

Responsibilities

Build lasting relationships with existing commercial customers.
Support customers with future renewals and ongoing energy needs.
Prospect for new clients by meeting face-to-face with local business owners and decision-makers.
Review customers’ current electricity and natural gas supply plans.
Help businesses identify opportunities to reduce energy costs.
Recommend energy supplier options based on each customer’s needs.
Develop new business opportunities between customer appointments.
Build and grow a portfolio of commercial accounts.
Travel throughout an assigned territory, typically within a 30-mile radius of the office.
Follow up with existing customer accounts and prepare for the day from the office.