Account Manager I, Donor Recruitment

Key Responsibilities

• Support the implementation of creative strategies to attract, manage and retain potential blood drive sponsors and feeder groups for existing blood drives.
• Provide support, development, and/or leadership guidance to all volunteers.
• Cover the 12-week drive management cycle, including working with key stakeholders to ensure sufficient drive sign-ups are attained.
• Facilitate a quality hand off of blood drives between internal stakeholders at the 12-week timeframe.
• Implement territory plans in collaboration with strategic business planning to achieve collection goals, increase monthly bookings, improve operational efficiency, and identify new blood drive sponsors.
• Schedule education programs for blood drive sponsor contacts, recruitment committees, and volunteers within assigned groups to assist in meeting collection objectives and to comply with all directives, regulations, and local operating procedures.
• Maintain accurate records to provide tracking and statistical data on blood drive sponsor group performance.
• Utilize tools, technology, and strategy provided by the organization to enhance customer service, efficiency, and productivity.
• Responsible for providing own transportation for business purposes.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in marketing, sales, communications or related field required.
• 1 year of related experience preferred or equivalent combination of education and related experience required.
• Knowledge of group dynamics, direct sales, customer relationship management/maintenance techniques, negotiation skills, and the ability to effectively implement programs is preferred.
• Good organizational skills and the ability to handle multiple priorities effectively are required.
• Event planning experience desired.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills, including training and presentation skills, are required.
• A current, valid driver's license and good driving record are required.
• Ability to work on a team.
• Some travel may be required.

Pay Information

The salary range for this position is: $68,000 - $72,000. Note that American Red Cross salaries are aligned with the specific geographic location in which the work is primarily performed. Other factors that may be used to determine your actual salary may include your specific skills, how many years of experience you have, and a comparison to other employees already in this role.

Physical Requirements

The duties are representative of the essential functions of the position. Physical requirements are those present in a normal office environment. Operational flexibility is required to meet sudden and unpredictable needs. May be required to travel to sites throughout the region to meet with potential donor groups. Ability to use a personal computer and applicable software for sustained periods of time.