Account Executive
Ultra Clean Technology · Hillsboro, OR · Today
Business DevelopmentFull-time
About the role
UCT is the fastest-growing sector in the world, indirectly touching every semiconductor chip that goes into every smartphone, smart car, and device that uses artificial intelligence. This is a critical time for the semiconductor industry and for UCT—as technology evolves, we evolve with it. We are a diverse workplace where every talented employee is committed to continuous innovation, challenging the status quo, and exceeding customer expectations. If you have a relentless drive to succeed, a strong focus on quality, and a passion for success, join us today!
Responsibilities
- Manage day‑to‑day customer relationships and serve as the primary commercial point of contact.
- Develop account plans, identify growth opportunities, and support long‑term customer engagement strategies.
- Understand customer technical requirements, product usage, and roadmap needs; collaborate with internal teams to propose solutions.
- Prepare and deliver quotations, proposals, presentations, and commercial documentation.
- Coordinate with internal stakeholders on order management, delivery schedules, pricing updates, and issue resolution.
- Maintain accurate CRM data including pipeline opportunities, activities, and forecast updates.
- Support negotiations and contract discussions within defined guidelines.
- Engage cross‑functionally with Product, Engineering, Operations, and Quality to ensure customer needs are communicated and aligned.
- Monitor account health, customer satisfaction, and competitive positioning.
- Participate in business reviews, customer meetings, and industry events as required.
- Track performance metrics and support continuous improvement of sales processes.
- Assist in resolving escalations related to delivery, quality, or service.
- Contribute to market intelligence and feedback loops to inform product and business strategy.
Requirements
- 3 years of experience in sales, account management, or commercial support roles.
- Strong communication, relationship‑building, and customer‑service skills.
- Ability to understand technical products and translate customer needs into actionable requirements.
- Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
- Proficiency with CRM systems and Microsoft Office tools.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast‑paced environment.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience in semiconductor manufacturing, semiconductor equipment, materials, or advanced manufacturing industries.
- Familiarity with long sales cycles, customer account planning, and technical selling environments.
- Prior experience supporting engineering‑heavy or technical customer interactions.
- Demonstrated success growing accounts or improving account satisfaction.
Education/Certification Requirement
- Bachelor’s degree in Business, Marketing, Engineering, or a related field; or equivalent experience.
- Semiconductor industry or technical product training.
Preferred Management Experience
- Training or certifications in sales methodologies, CRM systems, or account management.