Account Associate, Promotional Products

We are HALO! We connect people and brands to create unforgettable, meaningful, and lasting experiences that build brand engagement and loyalty for our over 60,000 clients globally. With over 2000 employees, 1,100 Account Executives and 40+ sales offices across the United States, HALO is the global leader of our $25B industry.

HALO is looking for a Account Associate to join our high-growth company. In this role you will partner with a Sales Team for the purpose of supporting the development of client accounts. This is a sales support focused position built on developing industry knowledge, client and vendor relationships, key client’s brand knowledge, and project management methods. In providing this administrative support to HALO Sales leaders, you are joining an energetic, fast-paced team that connects HALO clients with our innovative solutions.

Responsibilities

• Developing knowledge of the promotional products industry.
• Project management: Coordinating and executing multiple projects with varying clients, timelines, priorities, costs, and logistical complexities
• Educating and guiding clients regarding the company’s order and approval processes, quality standards and production timelines
• Producing presentations using innovative product ideas to support the client’s branding approach and marketing goals
• Acquiring a foundational knowledge of various manufacturing, production and decoration methods
• Take the lead on communicating project changes, order timelines and status updates to internal and external stakeholders, ensuring on-time and on-budget delivery while successfully managing and meeting client expectations
• Collaborating with internal teams, including Creative, Import and Compliance, to bolster company and project value to clients
• Building strong business relationships with clients, internal resources and vendors
• Acquiring a solid understanding of vendor pricing and project margin requirements

• Bachelor's degree (BA) in marketing, communications, business or related field
• 2+ years’ experience in a corporate marketing, related agency or project management role preferred
• Excellent oral, written and interpersonal communication skills
• Detail oriented, exceptional organizational skills and the ability to deliver under deadlines with a high level of accuracy
• Strong work ethic that supports working independently, under minimal supervision as well as the ability to work effectively in a collaborative team environment with a dynamic range of people
• Ability to handle sensitive situations with tact and well-reasoned judgment
• Proven ability to provide outstanding client service
• Curious, flexible and a positive “can do” attitude
• Experience using Microsoft applications (Word, Excel, Outlook and PowerPoint); Adobe, Illustrator is a plus!
• Experience with ERP systems a plus

Compensation range is specific to the job level and takes into account the wide range of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions including, but not limited to: education, experience, licensure, certifications and geographic location. The range has been created in good faith based on information known to HALO at the time of the posting and does not include any potential benefits, however, such information will be provided separately when appropriate. The estimated hourly rate for this position is between $21.00 - $27.00 an hour.  

More about HALO

At HALO, we unleash the energy of our client's brands and amplify their stories to capture the attention of those who matter most. For that reason, more than 60,000 small- and mid-sized businesses work with HALO and have made us the global leader of the branded merchandise industry.

• Career Advancement: At HALO, we love promoting from within. Internal promotions have been the key to our exponential growth in the last few years. With so many industry leaders at HALO, you'll have the opportunity to accelerate your career by learning from their experience, insights, and skills and gain access to HALO's influential global network, leadership experiences, and diverse thinking.
• Culture: We love working here and know that you will too. You can expect a positive culture of ingenuity, inclusion, and relentless determination. We push the limits of possibilities and imagination by staying curious, humble, and provocative in order to break through yesterday's limit. Diversity is the source of our creativity and we thrive when each of us contributes to an inclusive culture of respect, dignity, and equity mindset in everything we do. We keep our promise for excellence with an unrelenting commitment to achieving results and supporting one another to stay accountable, transparent, and dependable.
• Recognition: You're going to succeed here, and you can count on us to celebrate your wins. Colleagues across the company will join in recognizing your big milestones and nominate you for awards. Over time, you'll earn so much recognition that you can convert into gift cards, trips, concerts, and merchandise at your favorite brands.
• Flexibility: We pride ourselves on flexible schedules that help you find a balance between professional and personal demands. We believe that supporting our customers is the priority and trust that you and your manager will find a schedule to achieve that priority.
• Stay well at HALO: At HALO, we have benefits that support all parts of your life and to find a work-life balance custom to you. We offer nationwide coverage for Medical, Dental, Vision, Life and Disability insurance, and additional Voluntary Benefits. Prepare your financial future with our 401K Retirement Savings Plan, Health Savings Accounts (HSA), and Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA).

HALO is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We insist on an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy (including childbirth, lactation and related medical conditions), national origin, age, physical and mental disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information (including characteristics and testing), military and veteran status, and any other characteristic protected by applicable law. Inclusion is a core value at HALO and we seek to recruit, develop and retain the most talented people.

HALO participates in E-Verify. Please see the following notices in English and Spanish for important information: E-Verify Participation and Right to Work.

HALO is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. If you need reasonable accommodation because of a disability for any part of the employment process – including the online application and/or overall selection process – you may email us at hr@halo.com. Please do not use this as an alternative method for general inquiries or status on applications as you will not receive a response. Reasonable requests will be reviewed and responded to on a case-by-case basis.