Account Executive - Print

Lahlouh, Inc; Blue Ash (OH); Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

Lahlouh, Inc. is seeking an experienced Account Executive in Blue Ash, Ohio, who will manage client relations and drive sales in the commercial printing sector.

The position requires strong communication skills, technical knowledge of the print workflow, and substantial experience in sales strategies. A competitive salary structure is in place with potential earnings between $60,000 and $200,000 annually based on commissions.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of commission-based selling experience in the commercial print industry.
• Ability to communicate effectively in writing and verbally.
• Willingness to travel and use a personal car for client support.

Responsibilities

• Create and deliver sales presentations.
• Provide plant tours and review print estimates.
• Coordinate pre-production meetings and ensure accurate job specifications.

Skills

Knowledge of commercial print workflow

New business development skills

Account management skills

Technical understanding of graphic design and print processes

Education

College degree preferred (BA/BS)

Tools

Microsoft Outlook programs (PowerPoint, Word, Excel)

Job description

Position: Account Executive

Reports to: Director of Sales and Marketing

FLSA Status: Exempt

Department: Sales

Location/Shift: Lahlouh, Inc. (Burlingame, California or Blue Ash, Ohio) / Day – Position can work remotely

Experience Required:

• Knowledge of all aspects of the end-to-end commercial print workflow (concepting to distribution)
• Technical understanding of graphic design, prepress, offset printing, digital printing, bindery, finishing, mailing, assembly, and fulfillment/warehousing services
• New business development skills: qualifying, cold calling, networking, referral selling, etc
• Account management skills: opening, discovery, objection handling, pricing, closing, problem-solving, etc

Job Responsibilities:

• Create and deliver sales presentations
• Provide plant tours
• Review print estimates and calculate pricing: must understand budgeted hourly rates, equipment standards, job specifications, mark-up calculations, value add calculations, etc
• Review estimates, prepare quote letters, calculate pricing and deliver/review proposals with clients.
• Coordinate appropriate pre-production meetings for large or nonstandard projects
• Ensure accurate and complete job specifications are obtained from Customer and relayed to Project Manager.
• Participate in brainstorming ideas and reviewing job dates with scheduling when jobs have critical deadline requirements or processes that require extra time.
• Review digital files, preflight reports, and proofs prior to sending to customer
• Coordinate delivery of proofs, samples, proposals, etc. to customer and follow up on their return
• Follow procedures and maintain compliance with industry-standard requirements (ISO, FSC, SOC-2, etc.)
• Conduct press checks, bindery checks, audits, etc. with or without customer.
• Work with manufacturing personnel to answer questions, offer guidance, troubleshoot problems, etc
• Oversee large Requests for Information (RFIs) and Requests for Proposals (RFPs)
• Manage sales administrative tasks: process expense reports, facilitate credit applications for clients, review contracts, provide sales forecasts, address outstanding invoices, etc

General Requirements:

• Previous Commission-Based Selling Experience Required, in commercial print industry (5 years minimum)
• College degree preferred (BA/BS) or extensive industry experience required
• Computer Proficiency with all Microsoft Outlook programs (PowerPoint, Word, Excel, etc.)
• Above average verbal and written communication skills
• Personal car required for job; must be willing to travel, as needed, to support clients and be onsite at manufacturing plants, when needed
• Client entertainment required (meals, work travel, events, etc.)

Salary: $60,000-$200,000 annually (100% commission after first year guarantee, commissions average 7-9%)