Account Manager - Distribution (Kansas/Nebraska) - M.Holland

Account Manager – Distribution (Kansas, Nebraska)                                                                                                    M. Holland is a leading international distributor of materials, service and solutions to the thermoplastics industry, providing suppliers with the most strategic channels to market, offering innovative sourcing and supply chain solutions to its clients, and providing talented people with rewarding career opportunities. Since 1950, a deep commitment to personal relationships has formed the core of the company’s heritage, its culture, and its vision. Headquartered in Northbrook, Illinois, M. Holland sells in excess of 1.5 billion pounds of plastic resin to more than 4,000 clients in 50 countries annually.  The company is serious about its brand statement ‘’ We Take Plastics Personally” -- and it is committed to transforming the plastics experience for clients, suppliers and its people.   Summary This role is responsible for managing and growing territory sales, managing and growing current sales accounts, identifying and growing new accounts, and demonstrating general knowledge in all aspects of the individual customer relationship including resin needs, end uses, credit, logistics efficiency, inventory and the MHC value proposition.  This role will serve Client’s primarily in Kansas & Nebraska working out of your home office.   Critical Activities Maintains assigned accounts and manages for profitable growth Coordinates internal support for assigned accounts Maintains a robust pipeline of prospective customers Provides forecasting information for budgeting and operations planning Supports the quoting process with complete and accurate information on customer requirements Collaborates in pricing decisions Negotiates to maximize profit margins Cultivates a positive and strategic relationship with assigned Client Experience Professional Supports corporate and business development activities Represents the Company at trade / industry events Supports positive relationships with suppliers Participates in training and personal development programs Trains and mentors Commercial Development employees, Sales Representatives and new Account Managers as requested   Knowledge and Skills Associate Degree.  Bachelor’s degree preferred 5 years related experience Experience in Sales, with plastics sales experience preferred High level of initiative, work ethic, and professionalism Desire to learn and execute the sales process Plans and organizes in an efficient and productive manor; prioritizes and multi-tasks multiple projects; pays attention to details Effective presentation skills Excellent verbal and written communication skills Working knowledge of Excel, Word, Outlook and PowerPoint. Ability to grow and maintain business relationships at all levels at the customer and MHC organization Excellent interpersonal and listening skills Capability to create internal teamwork to focus on sales objectives Goal oriented; results-driven     Please examine more about the M. Holland Company at www.mholland.com/careers.     M. Holland is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer.