Strategic Accounts Manager

Candidate may reside anywhere in the U.S.

Are you a values-driven individual? Do you have the determination to provide legendary customer service? Do you thrive in a fast-paced environment? Are you ready for a challenge? Are you interested in hearing what our employees say about us? Check out our website at http://www.showdowndisplays.com.

Showdown Displays manufactures and sells signage, displays and event products to the Promotional Products industry. We also have received recognition for exceptional growth, innovative products, company culture and legendary customer service. We invite you to view some of our products at: www.showdowndisplays.com.

We actively live out our core values: Passion for Excellence, Accountability, Respect, Innovation, Teamwork and Integrity. For prospective team members who possess these values, are passionate about what they do and want to truly make a difference, joining our company can be a life-changing opportunity.

We are searching for a Strategic Account Manager to support our continued growth. The Strategic Account Manager has primary accountability for the client relationship and results at identified strategic accounts nationwide. The Strategic Account Manager is responsible for over $5M in revenue.

What you will be responsible for:

• Determine strategy to manage strategic accounts and sets objectives to achieve results
• Interact and communicate with strategic clients on a regular basis to determine changing needs
• Conduct market analysis and research the factors impacting the strategic account buying decisions
• Actively solicit opportunities to provide education of the market opportunity for Signs & Displays and the value proposition of Showdown Displays
• Attend National and Regional shows as a brand ambassador representative of our company and brands.
• Determine the pricing structure for strategic accounts
• Mange conflict and negotiate sales discussions
• Collaborate with TSM’s to ensure national campaigns, promotions, and initiatives are socialized at the office level
• Follow-up on missing or delayed shipments and works with internal employees to correct errors
• Work with Accounting as necessary to resolve billing and/or invoicing issues
• Report account problems to VP of Sales - National Accounts
• Research and respond to order status inquiries, inventory and lead time inquiries and expedite requests, sample requests and pricing/quote requests
• Interact with strategic accounts by phone, email and in-person
• Accurately and timely input necessary information; leads, contacts, accounts, calls, quotes, emails, contact lists, etc. into Salesforce CRM
• Ensure collateral requests, sales kits and promotional material are accurately and timely delivered to strategic accounts
• Generate and create reports ad hoc and on a regular basis
• Establish high level customer relationship/intimacy
• Thoroughly understand the customer selling process
• Implement annual budget for strategic accounts including targeted growth at existing accounts as well as prospective key accounts
• Over 50% travel required
• Set and accomplish quarterly ROCKS per the TRACTION model
• Contribute to the successful completion of Department and Corporate quarterly ROCKS, where applicable
• May also be assigned individual House Accounts
• All other duties as assigned by supervisor

What will you bring to the table (Skills/Experience Required):

• Bachelor’s degree in business or equivalent
• Demonstrated ability to develop high level customer relationships with a proven track record of excellent management and growth of major accounts
• 5 years of experience with three of which are involved with strategic customer accounts within the promotional products industry
• Excellent negotiation skills
• Excellent customer relationship management
• Project management skills
• Demonstrated business acumen
• Ability to recognize customer needs and emerging trends
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Solid presentation skills
• Strong Microsoft Word, Excel and Power Point skills

Necessary Attributes:

Must possess our Core Values: Passion for Excellence, Accountability, Respect, Innovation, Teamwork and Integrity

What will you enjoy from working with us?

(This is the good stuff!)

• Recognition for your hard work and achievements!
• Opportunity for new challenges! We are growing!
• Competitive pay and benefits including 401k!
• Paid training.
• Fun work environment built on six Core Values ~ Passion for Excellence, Accountability, Respect, Innovation, Teamwork and Integrity. This is not just a poster on the wall!
• Great employee referral program! Refer someone and earn cash! How legendary is that?
• Strong leadership team!
• An organization that gives back – we strongly support Common Hope and Junior Achievement.
• An organization that you will be proud to work for!

If you can demonstrate your extraordinary successes in the areas above, then we would love to hear from you! Please gather your resume, along with a summary of your successes referencing the questions above and apply at www.showdowndisplays.com .

Offers are contingent upon passing all background checks, criminal check and professional reference checks.

Physical Demands and Work Environment:

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit for long periods of time; talk or hear; perform fine motor, hand and finger skills in the use of a keyboard, telephone, or writing. The employee is frequently required to stand; walk; and reach with arms and/or hands. Specific vision abilities include close vision, distance vision, depth perception and the ability to adjust focus. The employee will spend their time in an office environment with a quiet to moderate noise level

Diversity creates a healthier atmosphere: Showdown Displays is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

The national pay range for this role is $95,000 - $115,000/year. The pay range may be slightly lower or higher based on the geographic location. The actual pay offered may vary based upon, but not limited to: education, skills, experience, certifications, proficiency, performance, shift and location. In addition to base salary, depending on the role, the total compensation package may also include participation in a bonus program. Showdown Displays offers benefits including medical, dental, and vision coverage, paid time off, short- and long-term disability insurance, 401(k) with company match, life insurance and other voluntary supplemental insurance coverages, plus tuition assistance, travel assistant program and employer/partner discounts. (all benefits are subject to eligibility requirements)