Account Manager
TransPerfect · Chicago, IL · 4 mo ago
On-siteSalesFull-time
Who We Are
TransPerfect was founded with a mission to help the world's businesses navigate the global marketplace. Today, we are an industry leader providing a full array of language and business support services, including translation, multicultural marketing, website globalization, legal support, and technology solutions.
What You Will Be Doing
The position of Account Manager is responsible for developing new business relationships and serving as the first level of support to existing clients.
Responsibilities
- Research prospective clients through several strategies including internet research, trade show lists, referrals, yellow pages, various professional directories and personal investigation
- Create accurate spreadsheets of prospective client data including names, titles, phone numbers, addresses and various other information
- Generate daily mailings to prospective clients using updated and accurate spreadsheets
- Cold call prospective clients
- Creatively problem solve to improve current new business development strategy
- Negotiate rates and deadlines with prospective and current clients
- Educate prospective and existing clients regarding the translation process, including TransPerfect’s rates, justification for turnaround time and competitors’ information
- Liaise with production to ensure that all jobs are handled appropriately and with keen attention to detail, resulting in a perfect product
- Consistently follow up with clients to ensure their satisfaction with delivery, quality and customer service
- Research and understand all industries that TransPerfect markets to, including industry leaders, current events, and any other pertinent data
- Perform other special projects or duties when required
Who We Are Looking For
- Your experience includes:
- Minimum Bachelor’s degree
- Excellent English communication (written and verbal) skills
- Proven sales life cycle experience - lead generation through business closing
- Proven track record in achieving sales targets
- Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills
- Strong interpersonal skills
- Effective time management skills