Account Development Manager - The Pittsburgh Paints Company

PPG; Des Moines (IA); Remote; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

PPG is looking for an Account Development Manager to drive sales in the Des Moines area. The ideal candidate will excel in customer service and account planning, leveraging strategies to grow both existing and new accounts while collaborating with store managers. This position requires travel within an assigned territory and offers the flexibility of remote work.

Qualifications

• Three years' experience in customer service required.
• Experience with CRM tools preferred.
• Valid driver's license needed for travel.

Responsibilities

• Grow new sales through assigned PPG Paints stores.
• Ensure outstanding customer service is provided.
• Develop account planning strategies and sales opportunities.

Skills

Customer service

Sales strategy

Account planning

Education

High school diploma, GED or equivalent

Tools

CRM software

Job description

As an Account Development Manager, you will grow new sales through assigned PPG Paints stores, growing both existing business year-over-year, and developing new accounts.

You will report to the Regional Manager and work remotely/on the road based in the Des Moines, IA area.

Responsibilities

• Ensure outstanding customer service is provided to existing customer account by keeping up to date with current promotions, new products, and with current customer service practices to find opportunities for growth.
• Develop account planning strategies, sales opportunities, and understand existing business and the segments they serve.
• Use Customer Relationship Management (CRM) tool to run accounts, maintain call logs and contact info, run reports.
• Collaborate with store managers and employees to ensure customers' needs are met.
• Facilitate customer quotes to achieve margin targets according to PPG pricing strategies.

Qualifications

• High school diploma, GED or equivalent required
• Three (3) years' experience with stellar customer service acuity.
• CRM software experience preferred while previous coatings experience is sought after.
• Daily travel within an assigned territory; must have valid driver's license.

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About us:

Pittsburgh Paint Co., formerly part of PPG, is an industry leader in residential and commercial architectural coatings through its well-known portfolio of brands, including GLIDDEN, OLYMPIC, LIQUID NAILS, HOMAX, PITTSBURGH PAINTS & STAINS, Manor Hall, FLOOD, DULUX (in Canada), and SICO, among others. New Co. manufactures and sells interior and exterior paints, stains, caulks, repair products, adhesives, and sealants for homeowners and professionals. It also includes certain light-duty protective coatings products that are primarily sold through company-owned stores and manufactured through a common factory footprint. In total, our distribution network includes more than 15,000 touchpoints through company-owned stores, independent dealer locations, and major home improvement centers and retailers across the U.S. and Canada.

Pittsburgh Paints Co. provides equal opportunity to all candidates and employees. We offer an opportunity to grow and develop your career in an environment that provides a fulfilling workplace for employees, creates an environment for continuous learning, and embraces the ideas and diversity of others. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, pregnancy, race, color, creed, religion, national origin, age, disability status, marital status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression.

Benefits will be discussed with you by your recruiter during the hiring process.

PPG pay ranges and benefits can vary by location which allows us to compensate employees competitively in different geographic markets. PPG considers several factors in making compensation decisions including, but not limited to, skill sets, experience and training, qualifications and education, licensure and certifications, and other organizational needs. Other incentives may apply.

Our employee benefits programs are designed to support the health and well-being of our employees. Any insurance coverages and benefits will be in accordance with the terms and conditions of the applicable plans and associated governing plan documents.

About us:

Here at PPG we make it happen, and we seek candidates of the highest integrity and professionalism who share our values, with the commitment and drive to strive today to do better than yesterday – everyday.

PPG: WE PROTECT AND BEAUTIFY THE WORLD
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The PPG Way
Every single day at PPG:
We partner with customers to create mutual value.
We are “One PPG” to the world.
We trust our people every day, in every way.
We make it happen.
We run it like we own it.
We do better today than yesterday – everyday.

PPG provides equal opportunity to all candidates and employees. We offer an opportunity to grow and develop your career in an environment that provides a fulfilling workplace for employees, creates an environment for continuous learning, and embraces the ideas and diversity of others. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, pregnancy, race, color, creed, religion, national origin, age, disability status, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression. If you need assistance to complete your application due to a disability, please email [e-mail].

PPG values your feedback on our recruiting process. We encourage you to visit Glassdoor.com and provide feedback on the process, so that we can do better today than yesterday.
Benefits will be discussed with you by your recruiter during the hiring process.