Account Manager
CBX Solutions, LLC · Durham, NC · 1 wk ago
Business DevelopmentFull-time
About the role
As an Account Manager, you’ll serve as a trusted advisor to clients, identifying their security and access needs and delivering integrated solutions that span access control, video surveillance, and door and hardware systems. This role requires a combination of consultative sales expertise, technical acumen, and strong project coordination with internal teams.
Responsibilities
- Develop and maintain strong relationships with customers, general contractors, and construction managers across assigned accounts and territories
- Identify and qualify opportunities for integrated security and door hardware solutions through proactive outreach, referrals, and territory management
- Conduct onsite and virtual presentations that highlight the company’s capabilities in access control, video surveillance, and openings solutions
- Partner with the internal brands and divisions to ensure coordinated proposals that align access control and physical opening requirements
- Collaborate with engineering, project management, and estimating teams to prepare accurate scopes, pricing, and timelines
- Prepare and deliver professional proposals, RFP responses, quotes, and technical documentation in coordination with marketing and leadership
- Manage sales pipeline and activity in CRM tools (e.g., ConnectWise or similar), ensuring data integrity and compliance with company processes
- Stay informed of product developments, emerging technologies, and competitor activity within the security integration and door hardware markets
- Facilitate handoffs to project and operations teams, ensuring smooth transitions from sale to execution
- Participate in regular sales meetings and training initiatives, including continued education through internal platforms (e.g., ConnectWise)
- Other relative duties as assigned
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent; bachelor’s degree in business, construction management, or a related field is preferred
- 3+ years of experience in sales, account management, or estimating in the security integration, low-voltage, or construction industry preferred
Skills
- Understanding of access control, CCTV, intrusion detection, and/or door hardware and electronic locking systems
- Ability to read and interpret blueprints, architectural drawings, and specifications
- Strong verbal and written communication skills with the ability to present to both technical and non-technical audiences
- Excellent organizational, time management, and follow-up skills with a proven ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines
- Self-motivated and results-driven, with the ability to work independently and collaboratively
- Commitment to delivering exceptional customer service and maintaining long-term client relationships
Benefits
- Comprehensive benefits including health, dental, vision, and prescription coverage
- Life insurance and 401(k) with company match
- Generous paid time off for rest, family, and self-care
- Career growth opportunities through continuous learning, mentorship, and leadership training, including access to CBX University, an in-house development program
- Supportive culture that values innovation, creativity, and teamwork