Job Type

Full-time
Description
*Note - This is a requisition created to help source candidates for future opportunities.*
We are HALO! We connect people and brands to create unforgettable, meaningful, and lasting experiences that build brand engagement and loyalty for our over 60,000 clients globally. Our nearly 2,000 employees and 1,000 Account Executives located in 40 sales offices across the United States are the reason HALO is the global leader in branded merchandise, uniform programs, and recognition and incentive solutions.
More about Sales Support
HALO is entrepreneurial to its core-and our Sales Support division reflects this culture of ingenuity, inclusion, and determination while working together as one national team. This spirit has made HALO the global leader of the $25 billion branded merchandise industry, with clients that include over 100 of the Fortune 500.
Working across sales offices and home workplaces throughout the United States, Account Managers are supporting HALO's growth by providing support to HALO Sales leaders (Account Executives). You will be onboarded to learn the rhythm of each Sales leader and collaborate with your fellow Account Managers on an ongoing basis as new client projects roll in.
HALO is committed to its hybrid workplace model and believes bringing teams together in-person on common days is essential to operate as One HALO. As part of this effort, we require employees that resides within a 30-mile radius of the Sterling, IL or Oakbrook, IL offices to work from these locations anywhere from 1-3x a week.
While HALO does not have any openings for this role at the moment, we are looking to proactively source for talented Junior Account Managers and Account Managers in anticipation of Q3-Q4 2024 staffing.
Responsibilities

• Perform product research and make recommendations
• Organize client presentations
• Obtain pricing and prepare customer quotes
• Use your judgment to solve complex customer problems with creative solutions
• Communicate with ease and confidence about your ideas and solutions
• Develop strong relationships with Sales and Promotional Product Suppliers
• Communicate extensively with manufacturers and clients via phone and email
• Coordinate the ordering and return of samples for client presentations
• Enter sales orders via the Company's proprietary system
• Coordinate the client's review and approval of proofs
• Other duties based on business needs

Requirements

• 2 years of promotional products industry experience
• Enjoy working independently and the freedom to balance multiple, parallel assignments
• Thrive in a deadline-driven environment
• Demonstrate your adaptability as new opportunities emerge and timelines change
• Proficiency in Microsoft applications (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, Teams)
• Excellent oral, written and interpersonal communication skills
• Knowledge of and experience with basic business math
• Motivated by working in a goal-oriented, deadline-driven team with autonomy in how you work
• Ability to deliver under deadlines with a high level of accuracy
• Curious, flexible and good humored with a positive "can do" attitude
• Active participate in giving and receiving in appreciative and constructive feedback
• Motivated learner that will take advantage of on-the-job training, complementary training programs, career mentorships, and stretch assignments

More about HALO
At HALO, we unleash the energy of our client's brands and amplify their stories to capture the attention of those who matter most. For that reason, more than 60,000 small- and mid-sized businesses work with HALO and have made us the global leader of the branded merchandise industry.

• Career Advancement: At HALO, we love promoting from within. Internal promotions have been the key to our exponential growth in the last few years. With so many industry leaders at HALO, you'll have the opportunity to accelerate your career by learning from their experience, insights, and skills and gain access to HALO's influential global network, leadership experiences, and diverse thinking.
• Culture: We love working here and know that you will too. You can expect a positive culture of ingenuity, inclusion, and relentless determination. We push the limits of possibilities and imagination by staying curious, humble, and provocative in order to break through yesterday's limit. Diversity is the source of our creativity and we thrive when each of us contributes to an inclusive culture of respect, dignity, and equity mindset in everything we do. We keep our promise for excellence with an unrelenting commitment to achieving results and supporting one another to stay accountable, transparent, and dependable.
• Recognition: You're going to succeed here, and you can count on us to celebrate your wins. Colleagues across the company will join in recognizing your big milestones and nominate you for awards. Over time, you'll earn so much recognition that you can convert into gift cards, trips, concerts, and merchandise at your favorite brands.
• Flexibility: Most roles offer hybrid work. In addition, we pride ourselves on flexible schedules that help you find a balance between professional and personal demands. We believe that supporting our customers is the priority and trust that you and your manager will find a schedule to achieve that priority.
• Stay well at HALO: At HALO, we have benefits that support all parts of your life and to find a work-life balance custom to you. We offer nationwide coverage for Medical, Dental, Vision, Life and Disability insurance, and additional Voluntary Benefits. Prepare your financial future with our 401K Retirement Savings Plan, Health Savings Accounts (HSA), and Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA).

HALO is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We insist on an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy (including childbirth, lactation and related medical conditions), national origin, age, physical and mental disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information (including characteristics and testing), military and veteran status, and any other characteristic protected by applicable law. Inclusion is a core value at HALO and we seek to recruit, develop and retain the most talented people.
HALO participates in E-Verify. Please see the following notices in English and Spanish for important information: E-Verify Participation and Right to Work .
HALO is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. If you need reasonable accommodation because of a disability for any part of the employment process - including the online application and/or overall selection process - you may email us at hr@halo.com. Please do not use this as an alternative method for general inquiries or status on applications as you will not receive a response. Reasonable requests will be reviewed and responded to on a case-by-case basis.