Industrial Account Manager - Piedmont, SC

About the role

An Industrial Account Manager is responsible for generating income through product sales and services, creating and maintaining positive customer relationships, and providing leadership to sales departments to help keep and increase business for Capital Electric, a leading provider of electrical products and services to contractors across Maryland, Virginia, Pennsylvania, West Virginia, North Carolina, South Carolina, and Georgia. As part of the global Sonepar group—the world’s #1 electrical distributor with over 45,000 associates—you’ll join a team that values diverse perspectives and fosters a supportive culture.

Responsibilities

• Call on industrial, government, institutional, and OEM customers, and drive lighting projects
• Manage the sales of products and services to an established account base
• Develop new customer relationships
• Conduct regular end-user joint calls with suppliers
• Develop and pursue sales leads
• Create customer pricing strategies that enhance profitability
• Quote prices and credit terms
• Coordinate customer training
• Investigate and resolve customer issues
• Attend trade shows and meetings
• Participate in training as required by Capital Electric
• Perform other duties as assigned

Requirements

• Must have experience with electrical/lighting supplies
• Customer service background
• 2–5 years of sales experience

Benefits

• Healthcare plans
• Dental and vision coverage
• Paid time off
• Paid parental leave
• 401(k) retirement savings with company match
• Professional and personal development programs
• 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)

Capital Electric is a military-friendly company with employee resource groups (ERGs) to help you connect and feel supported.