Entry Level Sales Account Manager

Description

The Sales Account Manager executes Proven IT’s sales strategy at a territory level. They will expand sales revenue and drive new market share. They are responsible for ongoing opportunity analysis, demonstrations and value proposition presentations as well as working closely with the assigned territory teams. The role manages the entire sales process and client management after a sale. This role works closely with sales support in multiple departments.  

Why Work for Us

• Uncapped Commission
• Open Territories
• Open Verticals
• Presidential Trips
• 3 Month Training Program
• Emerging Leaders Program
• Mentorship

Responsibilities

• Identify new potential opportunities through qualifying while prospecting: research, cold calls, field drops
• Focus on discovering new opportunities 
• Use sales activities & database management to reach and track results
• Utilize a database and the internet to research prospects and qualify leads to increase contact to appointment ratio benchmarks
• Utilize resources and apply learning to teach and tailor technology solutions to client environment
• Assist in assessing a client’s business, analyzing data and costs to provide an accurate assessment of their environment to make educated decisions to support solution and future growth 
• Assists in drafting Assessment documents for delivery to clients. Locally, owns the methodology for delivering assessments to prospects
• Proactively develops new client contacts, reviews leads, and participates in clients' strategic planning sessions
• Supports sales opportunities by providing information on product capabilities and technical specifications, applications, pricing, positioning, business case analysis and related tactical assistance
• Maintains records of all account activity within sales database
• Identifies contacts in accounts and conduct strategic calls
• Builds credibility through sold deals and continual communication. Publishes "wins" and case studies as appropriate
• Actively collects and reports on client satisfaction - responds appropriately
• Performs other duties as assigned

Requirements

• Bachelor Degree minimum requirement
• Detail-oriented, self-starter with outstanding follow-through skills
• Proficient in Microsoft products (Excel, PowerPoint, etc.)
• Excellent time management skills
• Strong communication skills
• Ability to work in a team environment
• Valid drivers license, minimum levels of auto insurance coverage and reliable transportation 

Physical Demands

While performing the duties of this job, the employee uses his/her hands to finger, handle, or feel objects; reach with hands and arms. The employee uses a computer, copier, fax, and telephone equipment. The employee must be able to sit for a prolonged period. Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds.

Benefits

GROUP HEALTH INSURANCE:  After a 30-day waiting period, full-time employees (who work at least 30 hours per week) and their dependents, are eligible to enroll in health benefits through BlueCross BlueShield of Illinois (BCBSIL).  Health options include a choice of 2 PPO plans, a High Deductible Health plan and a HMO. In addition, Dental benefits are available as well as a Vision PPO plan utilizing the EyeMed network. Proven also offers voluntary worksite benefits including critical illness and accident coverage, short-term disability insurance, supplemental life and pet insurance.  

EMPLOYER PROVIDED LIFE/AD&D INSURANCE:  After a 30-day waiting period, Proven IT provides a flat $25,000 Life Insurance benefit, administered by BlueCross BlueShield, to all full-time employees (who work at least 30 hours per week). Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D) benefit payments are determined based on the type of loss incurred and are payable up to the full Life Insurance benefit amount. Life and AD&D Insurance coverage amounts are reduced at ages 65, 70 and 75.

EMPLOYER PROVIDED LTD: Long-Term Disability (LTD) insurance is an employer-provided benefit and provides protection from loss of income in the event that an employee is unable to work due to illness, injury, or accident for a long period of time.  The elimination period is 90-days, and the maximum benefit is 60% of covered payroll up to $6000/month. This benefit is paid entirely by Proven IT and has no cost to the employee.

EMPLOYEE ASSISTANCE PROGRAM: All employees may utilize the Disability Resource Services through BlueCross BlueShield of Illinois to assist themselves and their immediate family with convenient resources to help address emotional, legal and financial issues. Telephonic counseling and web-based services are available as well as a limited number of geographically accessible face-to-face sessions.

401K PLAN: All employees are eligible after 120 days of service to contribute on either a pre-tax or post-tax (Roth) basis to the 401K plan, administered by Principal Financial Services. Proven offers an employer match equal to 100% of the first 3% of deferrals plus 50% of the next 2% of deferrals. 

FINANCIAL ADVISORY SERVICES:  Proven IT partners with Merrill Lynch to offer financial advisement to all employees. Merrill Lynch financial advisors are available to assist employees at no cost, with their 401k and retirement questions.  

PERMISSIVE TIME OFF POLICY: Proven provides a competitive paid time off policy for all full-time regular employees after a 90-day waiting period. Proven IT empowers their employees to work with their managers and team to coordinate all time off. Managers may impose a limit to requests for time off based on performance and tenure.

PARENTAL LEAVE: Proven IT offers a generous parental leave policy for new parents. After 24-months of employment, Proven provides full-time regular employees with 90-days of paid Maternity leave and 10-days of paid Paternity leave. Employees with less than 24-months of service may take the same amount of unpaid time off.

FITNESS CENTER:  Proven IT offers a free on-site fitness center at the Tinley Park headquarters office location to all employees from 6:00am to 6:00pm Monday through Friday. Employees utilize the gym equipment at their own risk.

Additional Compensation

This position has the potential to earn a bonus based on the achievement of key performance indicators.

Salary : $45,000 - $55,000