Account Manager

Job Description

Are you a skilled solution-seller with a knack for building relationships and driving revenue growth? Join our team as a Sales Account Manager and become a trusted advisor to some of the biggest names in the beverage industry.

This role is based out of our Itasca, IL facility and it is an in-office role 3 days a week.

Key Responsibilities :

• Annual Sales Plan : Manage and exceed annual sales expectations for assigned accounts by providing strategic and tactical direction to retain existing business and deepen customer relationships.
• Customer Metrics : Ensure delivery on Customer Facing Metrics (CFMs) to maintain high customer satisfaction.
• Forecasting : Handle forecasting activities, from customer data collection to internal updates.
• Market Understanding : Develop insights into customer needs and competitive landscape to create compelling value propositions.
• Technical Collaboration : Work with Technical Services to optimize operational efficiencies at customer sites.
• Market Insights : Share observations and learnings from market visits with Key Account Managers (KAM), Marketing, and other cross-functional partners.
• Strategic Management : Oversee strategic planning, relationship management, negotiation, and project coordination.
• Presentations : Prepare and deliver impactful presentations both internally and externally.

Why Join Us?

At Hi-Cone, you will play a critical role in driving our sales growth and customer satisfaction within the beverage industry.

If you are a strategic thinker with a passion for sales and a proven ability to deliver results, we invite you to apply and become part of our dynamic team.

Apply now to make a significant impact and advance your career with a leading global company.

The salary range for this position is $90,000 - $125,000 annually and eligible for a 15% sales incentive bonus. The pay rate for a successful candidate will depend on the geographic location, this salary range is for successful candidates in the Chicago, Illinois metro area.

The specific hiring rate within the posted pay range will depend on the successful candidate’s qualifications and prior experience.

Qualifications

Qualifications :

• Education : Associate degree required, Bachelor’s preferred.
• Experience : Minimum of 3 years of experience in a commercial, technical, or product management experience with manufacturers of technical products.

B2B experience working with other manufacturer clients is a must.

• Results-Driven : Proven track record of leveraging data to drive successful results.
• Detail-Oriented : Demonstrated high attention to detail.
• Travel : Ability to travel up to 50% of the time.

Ideal Candidate :

• Industry Experience : Experience with packaging equipment, packaging materials, or in the beverage industry is a plus.
• Passionate : Clear enthusiasm for promoting the Hi-Cone value proposition.
• Resilient : Tenacious and resilient in overcoming commercial obstacles to find effective solutions for customers.
• Energetic : High energy levels with strong organizational and analytical skills.
• Relationship Builder : Ability to nurture and cultivate strong relationships.
• Integrity : Integrity, a willingness to learn, and a strong desire to win.
• Communication : Strong oral and written communication skills with excellent presentation capabilities.
• Analytical : Strong quantitative and analytical skills.

Additional Information

If you work for us, here is a very short list of what you can expect from us :

• Predictable Schedule
• Competitive Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance with low monthly payments.
• Life Assistance Program with a variety of services and discounts.
• Basic Life Insurance for you and your dependents provided by ITW with additional Insurance available.
• Short and Long Term Disability paid for by ITW.
• 401K plans with Company match.
• ITW Provides a Gift and Volunteer Match Program for charities of the employee’s choice.
• Scholarship Programs to help your children succeed!

ITW is an equal opportunity / affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.

ITW is an equal opportunity employer. We value our colleagues’ unique perspectives, experiences and ideas and create workplaces where everyone can develop their careers and perform to their full potential.

As an equal employment opportunity employer, ITW is committed to equal employment opportunity and fair treatment for employees, beginning with the hiring process and continuing through all aspects of the employment relationship.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion, national origin, age, disability, protected Veteran status or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.