What are the responsibilities and job description for the Account Manager - 46285 position at Palmer Group?
Our manufacturing client, located an hour southwest of Des Moines, is looking to hire an experienced Account Manager. This individual will be responsible for a large book of business with a focus on maintaining long-term relationships through a long sales cycle. Qualified candidates will have experience working in a foundry or manufacturing environment and navigating long sales cycles with complex products. Client accounts include government entities and large equipment manufacturers. Apply today if this interests you!
Work model:
- On-Site
What you will do:
- Serve as lead contact for all customer accounts, including government-related accounts that require high confidentiality due to the complexity of products
- Deepen relationships and understanding of client business needs
- Coordinate all engineering or quality issues related to customer product
- Manage multiple large products at a time
- Conduct contract reviews and navigate negotiations
- Inform engineering and quality leadership on customer feedback for product improvement
- Update customer on product timelines, including delivery status
- Identify opportunities to reduce costs and improve prices on customer programs
- Develop and deliver presentations on product capabilities to current and prospective customers
What you will need to be successful:
- Minimum 5 years of sales and/or account management experience; preferred manufacturing or foundry experience
- Ability to present professionally both through verbal and written communication
- Mechanical experience or aptitude
- Ability to travel onsite to meet customers
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $80,000.00 - $120,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Ability to Relocate:
- Creston, IA 50801: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $80,000 - $120,000
