Outside Sales Account Manager - Public Sector - Chicago, IL

Job-Specific Responsibilities and Preferred Qualifications

Outside Sales Account Manager for Public Sector customers

As an Outside Sales Account Manager for our Public Sector business, you will be responsible for an established portfolio of Federal/SLED customers to maintain and drive Maintenance, Repair, and Operations (MRO) sales. The territory for this position will cover an area between Schaumburg and Genoa City. This position offers a competitive base salary plus a monthly sales incentive. A laptop/tablet, cell phone, and monthly expenses are included.

Preferred Qualifications

• 3 or more years business to business (B2B) field sales experience.
• Direct sales to HD Supply facility customers and industry product line.
• Bilingual
• Large volume of product lines experience.
• Organizational skills and tech-savvy.
• Knowledge of facilities products such as hardware, electrical, lighting, plumbing, janitorial and HVAC product lines.
• Proficiency in MS Excel and Salesforce, or similar CRM.
• Experience with consultative selling/solution selling.
• Proven ability to meet or exceed sales goals in a remote position.

Job Summary

Drive profitable sales growth by prospecting new accounts, retaining existing accounts, and expanding opportunities with current customers in core and emerging industries and markets to meet yearly sales goals. This position requires operation of a Personal Vehicle and such operation is done consistently more than 20% of the average work week. If selected for this position, the company will run a Motor Vehicle Record (MVR) report. A requirement of this position is an acceptable MVR report.

Major Tasks, Responsibilities, and Key Accountabilities

• Develops and maintains strong sales relationships with key decision makers and influencers across all levels of an organization, ensuring long-term sustainability.

• Manages sales volume with existing customers, while actively prospecting and acquiring new customers to expand and diversify the customer base.

• Develops and implements plans to expand business presence in the assigned area.

• Shares market insights and competitor information with relevant channels throughout the organization, fostering strong relationships and collaborative partnerships.

• Collaborates with leadership to analyze market trends and customer needs, providing valuable input for the development of effective sales strategies and initiatives.

• Attends monthly business meetings for all company-sponsored associations, engages in local trade shows, and represents the organization in regional or national activities as necessary.

Nature and Scope

• Demonstrates skill in data analysis techniques by resolving missing/incomplete information and inconsistencies/anomalies in more complex research/data.
• Nature of work requires increasing independence; receives guidance only on unusual, complex problems or issues. Work review typically involves periodic review of output by a supervisor and/or direct customers of the process.
• May provide general guidance/direction to or train junior level support or professional personnel.

Work Environment

• Usually located in a comfortable environment but with regular exposure to factors causing moderate physical discomfort, such as dust, fumes or odors.
• Most of the time is spent sitting in the same position or standing/walking and/or there is some requirement to lift or handle material or equipment of moderate weight (8-20 pounds).
• Typically requires overnight travel less than 10% of the time.

Education and Experience

• Typically requires BS/BA in a related discipline. Generally 2-5 years of experience in a related field OR MS/MA and generally 2-4 years of experience in a related field. Certification is required in some areas.

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Pay Range

HDS provides the following benefits to all permanent full-time associates:

• Medical (with Prescription drug coverage), dental, and vision plans
• Health care and Dependent Care FSA (as applicable)
• 401(K) with company match
• Paid Holiday, Vacation, Personal Time, and Wellness Day
• Paid Sick Time
• Life and Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance
• Short and Long-term Disability Insurance
• Critical Illness Insurance
• Accident Insurance
• Whole Life insurance
• Commuter Benefits
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Employee Assistance Program
• Adoption and Surrogacy Assistance

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Our Goals for Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion

We are committed to creating a culture that promotes equity, respect, and advocacy for every HD Supply associate. We value the diversity of our people.

Equal Employment Opportunity

HD Supply is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status.