Account Representative - Sales

Myers Industries•Milford, OH

1d•Remote

About The Position

The Account Representative – Akro-Mils/Jamco will drive Myers' organic growth efforts within key MRO distribution customers. This is a unique opportunity to sell a more efficient, reliable and reusable storage and organization system to the world’s biggest brands. This role focuses on expanding our engagement frequency with key MRO sellers while actively identifying and closing new opportunities across diverse distribution channels. The ideal candidate will own the geographic territory and MRO relationships by clearly demonstrating creativity, drive, and motivation, with a proven track record of top sales performance. This role requires building and expanding relationships with existing customers, alongside an assertive approach to networking and prospecting to uncover new opportunities to deliver Myers' Akro-Mils and Jamco value.

Requirements

Effective Communication:Strong verbal and written communication skills to articulate value propositions clearly and persuasively.
Active Listening:Understand customer needs, identify opportunities, and build rapport.
Strategic Thinking:Develop long-term strategies while managing day-to-day account activities.
Resilience and Tenacity:Ability to persist through challenges, manage rejection effectively, and maintain focus on long-term goals.
Adaptability:Navigate changing environments, adjusting strategies to meet evolving customer and market demands.
Problem-Solving:Strong analytical skills to identify issues and develop innovative, customer-centric solutions.
Time Management:Highly organized with the ability to prioritize tasks, manage multiple accounts, and meet tight deadlines.
Proficient use of CRM tools to manage sales pipelines effectively.
Customer-Centric Focus:Commitment to understanding and addressing customer needs to build lasting relationships.
Competitive Drive:Strong desire to exceed sales targets, with a passion for winning new business and growing existing accounts.
A four-year college degree from an accredited institution
A minimum of 3 years’ sales experience in a business-to business sales environment required
Previous experience developing and closing new business opportunities utilizing a hunter mentality or MRO relationship building.

Responsibilities

Achieve profitable volume growth by managing and expanding relationships at assigned MRO accounts.
Identify new customer opportunities to increase market share.
Discover, qualify, present value-based solutions, negotiate, handle objections, and close opportunities.
Negotiate and administer quotes, pricing and contracts to maximize ROI.
Develop and sustain strong relationships with key decision-makers at your assigned MRO.
Translate the Akro-Mils value proposition into compelling solutions aligned with customer needs and corporate strategies.
Create and execute customer-specific action plans with clear accountabilities and timelines.
Provide strategic insights to internal stakeholders regarding market conditions and competitive landscape.
Continuously assess, clarify, and address customer needs and competitive threats.
Ensure high levels of customer satisfaction and brand consistency.
Network and engage with regional trade organizations where target customers and decision-makers are members and participants.