Account Manager - Industrial
Hydrite · Minneapolis, MN · 3 wk ago
Business DevelopmentFull-time
About Us
We are a company where people matter. We are family driven and financially strong, looking for problem-solvers to join our growing team.
Benefits
- Up to 10% Retirement Contribution
- $600 per Year Wellness Incentive
- Two Weeks Starting Paid Time Off
- Medical, Dental, and Vision – Eligible first day of the month following hire date
- 401k and profit sharing
- Life insurance
- Tuition reimbursement
- Adoption assistance
- Legal services insurance
- Scholarship awards for children of employees
- Summer picnic
- Community giving events
- Free family wellness coaching including nutritionist and fitness coach
Responsibilities
- Own and grow a defined sales territory with a strong focus on new business development, account expansion, and sustained sales growth.
- Develop and execute strategic territory and account plans in partnership with sales leadership to achieve annual revenue, margin, and customer retention objectives.
- Identify, pursue, and close new business opportunities, including new customer acquisition and increased penetration within existing accounts.
- Provide technical expertise and application support to customers and prospects, delivering hands-on service, troubleshooting, and solution-based recommendations.
- Design and implement customer programs that leverage Hydrite’s manufacturing capabilities, distribution network, and financial strengths to create long-term value.
- Analyze sales performance, track historical data, prepare quarterly business summaries, and forecast annual volumes for customers within the territory.
- Prepare timely and accurate chemical treatment proposals, service documentation, call reports, and technical service requests.
- Maintain accurate and up-to-date customer and prospect records in Salesforce CRM to support pipeline management and reporting.
- Collaborate cross-functionally with internal teams, including operations, purchasing, and supply chain, to ensure customer satisfaction and reliable product availability.
- Monitor competitive activity, respond effectively to market threats, negotiate pricing, and implement strategies to improve margins.
- Travel extensively throughout the assigned territory to support customer relationships, on-site service, and business development efforts.
Requirements
- College education and prior sales and/or technical experience preferred.
- 5+ years of sales or related technical experience preferred.
- Ability to construct a business plan with Sales Manager assistance.
- Must have a valid driver’s license and an acceptable motor vehicle driving record.
- Must possess computer skills and be proficient in Word, Excel, and PowerPoint, as well as job-specific software.
- Must have communication and interpersonal skills, along with the ability to read, write, and speak English.
Reporting Structure
This position reports to the Director of Sales.