Account Manager (B2B Sales)
About The Position
Universal Energy Solutions is hiring full-time Account Managers for its Schaumburg team, serving 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 business. The role primarily manages existing customer relationships while also developing new business and growing a portfolio of commercial accounts. The workday begins at the office with team connection, preparation, and follow-up with existing accounts, followed by work in an assigned territory. Account Managers build long-term customer relationships and support renewals, with compensation that can include commissions on new accounts and residual commissions on existing accounts. The position includes paid hands-on training, ongoing coaching and mentorship, and potential advancement into management. The typical first-year on-target earnings range is $65,000–$90,000, with top performers earning $125,000 or more. The role involves travel throughout an assigned territory, typically within a 30-mile radius of the office.
Requirements
- At least 2 years of related sales experience.
- Valid driver’s license.
- Reliable personal vehicle.
- Authorization to work in the United States.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
- Comfort meeting with business owners face-to-face.
Nice To Haves
- Previous experience in sales, customer service, retail, hospitality, or another customer-facing role.
- Self-motivation and strong communication and organizational skills.
- Prior knowledge and experience in the deregulated energy field.
Responsibilities
- Build lasting relationships with existing commercial customers.
- Support customers through 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 their 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 at the office.
Benefits
- Paid hands-on training.
- Commission paid weekly.
- Additional performance-based incentives and bonuses.
- Ongoing career coaching and mentorship.
- Advancement opportunities into management positions.
- Health benefits after eligibility requirements are met.
- Team-oriented work environment.
- Professional development.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
