Account Manager

About the Role

Join North Coast and be part of a team that’s investing in a brighter, more sustainable future. We offer electrical products and services to contractors across Oregon, Montana, Idaho, Alaska, and Washington, and we’re part of the Sonepar group, the world’s #1 electrical distributor. At North Coast, we’re “Powered by Difference,” valuing diverse perspectives and fostering a supportive culture with great benefits and career growth opportunities.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement a business plan for assigned accounts to increase account penetration, customer service, margin, and sales.
• Promote North Coast Electric (NCE) and key vendor products through proactive marketing, training, and joint sales calls.
• Champion ABB and other control offerings.
• Work closely with the industrial sales manager to identify, solicit, bid, and write opportunities.
• Retain and enhance relationships with strategic customers, key players, and reps.
• Communicate, mentor, and collaborate with inside support staff to optimize customer service and maximize sales.
• Develop new accounts and support existing accounts in the Puget Sound Market.
• Manage and grow market share of existing, assigned, and new accounts.
• Manage customer pricing and vendor contracts.
• Generate quotations and provide tracking and market intelligence for project-related business.
• Actively promote NCE market-specific endeavors.
• Utilize NCE resources and specialists (solar, SSG, energy specialists, etc.).
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• 2-3 years of outside sales or business development experience.
• Good computer skills, with preferred experience in Microsoft Office.
• Strong organizational and planning skills.
• Proof of a clean driving record with no major infractions in the past 3-5 years.
• Self-motivated, outgoing, positive attitude, good communicator, team player, and professional in appearance.
• Ability to turn obstacles into opportunities.
• Solid time management skills.
• Willingness to travel and work flexible hours as needed.
• Authorization to work in the United States without current or future visa sponsorship.

Physical Requirements and Work Environment

• Office and field environment.
• Driving to customer offices and jobsites.
• Frequent computer and phone use.
• Occasional heavy lifting – up to 50 lbs.

Additional Requirements

Any offer of employment is contingent upon the successful completion of pre-employment requirements, including a background check, drug screening, credit check, and motor vehicle record review, as permitted by law and required for the position.

Pay

This is an exempt position with a pay of $36,000 annually + Commission Plan.

Benefits

• Healthcare plans
• Dental & vision
• Paid time off
• Paid parental leave
• 401(k) retirement savings with company match
• Tuition reimbursement
• Employee referral bonus
• Opportunity to become a shareholder
• Employer-paid short- and long-term disability
• Employer-paid life insurance for spouse and dependents
• Robust wellness program
• Gym reimbursement
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

About Us

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