JOB DESCRIPTION

Reports to: Branch Manager
We are looking for an Account Manager who enjoys a fast paced environment with a desire to improve themselves and advance within the company. The incumbent will be a team player who demonstrates initiative and a positive professional attitude and manner.

REQUIREMENTS:

• Post-Secondary education
• Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Outlook and Excel
• Previous Sales/Inside Sales experience in the Canadian Electrical Industry is required
• Superior interpersonal and communication skills
• Ability to develop long-term client relationship
• A highly professional approach to business
• Exceptional organization skills, ability to multitask and a keen eye for detail
• Technically proficient to quickly learn and understand products
• Ability to develop quotations & project bid packaging / pricing / presentations
• Knowledge of electrical industry would be an asset
• Willingness to work overtime as needed and a sense of team spirit

• Contacts current and prospective clients to identify their need for existing and/or new products
• Responds to and processes incoming calls and orders
• Opens new accounts and maintains existing customer base
• Makes proactive outbound calls.
• Maintains knowledge base on current products and learns about new products
• Provides pricing quotations and follows-up on quotes
• Provides basic technical support on products
• Builds strong relationships for repeat opportunities
• Ability to liaise with suppliers on project and non-stocking product opportunities