Regional Account Manager

Job Description

Job Summary

Develops plans to increase new business. Builds relationships to drive sales and profitability for new accounts that are regional in scope and make regional purchasing decisions.

Drives sales by creating, executing and communicating business plans to grow sales. Negotiates regional contracts consistent with industry management goals.

Ensures effective implementation of regional account programs through all sales channels. Infrequent overnight travel is required.

This position requires operation of a Company Vehicle or a Personal Vehicle and such operation is done consistently more than 20% of the average work week.

If selected for this position, Core & Main will run a Motor Vehicle Record (MVR) report. A requirement of this position is an acceptable MVR report.

Major Tasks, Responsibilities and Key Accountabilities

• Researches, develops and acquires account opportunities within targeted regional markets.
• Develop and maintain working relationships with Regional customer base. Strategically plan customer visits to cultivate relationships, perform presentations, offer innovative programs, conduct business reviews, and communicate plans.

Participates in local and regional trade associations and conferences.

Develops and executes profitable business plans for managing accounts. Teams with sales and individuals other key corporate personnel to communicate account plans, pricing, and offer assistance to drive sales.

Teams with sales and individuals other key corporate personnel to communicate account plans, pricing, and offer assistance to drive sales.

• Develops profitable business plans for newly acquired accounts and implements those plans effectively.
• Participates in local and regional trade associations and conferences.

Nature and Scope

Displays the highest level of critical thinking and analysis in bringing successful resolution to high impact, complex, and / or cross department problems.

Makes prompt, sound decisions when faced with complex and often contradictory alternatives that result in successful outcomes.

Operates with considerable latitude. Situations may have little or no precedent requiring original or new concepts or approaches without guidance from others.

Reaches decisions under conditions of uncertainty.

Develops or engages / directs others in developing innovative solutions to important, highly complex strategic and operating problems;

cross department considerations are often present.

Work Environment

• Most of the time is spent sitting in a comfortable position and there is frequent opportunity to move about. On rare occasions there may be a need to move or lift light articles.
• Located in a comfortable indoor area. Any unpleasant conditions would be infrequent and not objectionable.
• Typically requires overnight travel 20% to 50% of the time.

Minimum Qualifications

• Must be a minimum of 18 years of age or older
• Must pass pre-employment assessment(s) if applicable

Education and Experience

Typically requires BS / BA in related discipline. Generally 8+ years of experience in related field; certification is required in some areas OR MS / MA and generally 5+ years of experience in related field.

Certification is required in some areas.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience managing Regional or National Accounts in a Supply Chain environment preferred.
• Knowledge of Miller Heiman's Strategic Selling and Large Account Management Process concepts.
• Waterworks industry experience is required.

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About Core & Main

Based in St. Louis, Core & Main is a leading distributor of water, sewer, storm drain and fire protection products in the United States.

Operating approximately 320 branches nationwide, the company combines local expertise with a national supply chain to provide contractors and municipalities innovative solutions for new construction and aging infrastructure.

Core & Main's 4,500 plus associates are committed to the safe distribution of water and fire protection to help communities thrive.

Visit www.coreandmain.com to learn more.

Core & Main is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. Employment at Core & Main is based solely on a person's merit and qualifications directly related to professional competence.

Core & Main does not discriminate against any employee or applicant on the basis of race, creed, color, religion, national origin, nationality, ancestry, age, disability, veteran status, pregnancy or related condition (including breastfeeding), affectional or sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, citizenship, or any other basis protected by law.

None of the questions in this application are intended to elicit information regarding any protected characteristics, nor imply any limitation, illegal preferences or discrimination based upon non-job-related information or protected characteristics.

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