Account Executive, Senior

Socket.dev; Longview (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with employer match

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

PTO and holidays

Paid training and certifications

Legalassistance and identityProtection

Pet insurance

Employee assistance program (EAP)

Job summary

QXO is seeking an experienced Account Executive to own and expand a $7M–$15M book of business across building products. You will develop long-term account plans, visit customers, and lead complex, high-value relationships, collaborating with branch leadership and support teams to ensure a differentiated customer experience.

The role requires regular field travel, strong negotiation skills, and a track record of profitable growth in construction or wholesale distribution.

Qualifications

• 7-15 years of outside sales or account management experience.
• Experience in building materials, construction, or wholesale distribution preferred.
• Proven ability to manage complex customer relationships and high-value accounts.

Responsibilities

• Own and grow an assigned $7M–$15M book of business, driving revenue and margin growth.
• Develop and execute account plans focused on long-term profitability and strategic expansion.
• Conduct regular customer visits, job-site meetings, and business reviews with key decision-makers.
• Serve as the primary relationship owner for complex, high-value accounts.
• Collaborate with branch leadership, operations, and support teams to deliver a seamless customer experience.
• Identify and pursue selective new business opportunities through referrals and market intelligence.
• Negotiate pricing and terms within guidelines and maintain CRM documentation.

Skills

Outside sales

Account management

CRM systems

Negotiation

Strategic thinking

Analytical mindset

Relationship management

Spanish bilingual

Job description

Overview

QXO is a leading distributor and installer of building products serving an $800 billion market. The company’s mission is to modernize the building products industry through advanced technology and a best-in-class customer experience. QXO is North America’s largest distributor and installer of insulation, the second-largest distributor of roofing products, the second-largest publicly traded distributor of lumber and building materials, and the largest distributor of waterproofing products. The company is targeting $50 billion in annual revenue within the decade through accretive acquisitions and organic growth. For more information, visit QXO.com.

What you will do:

• Own and grow an assigned $7M–$15M book of business, driving sustained revenue, margin, and wallet share growth.


• Develop and execute comprehensive account plans focused on long-term profitability, retention, and strategic expansion.


• Conduct regular customer visits, job-site meetings, and structured business reviews with key decision-makers.


• Serve as the primary relationship owner for complex, high-value customers and strategic accounts.


• Partner closely with branch leadership, operations, inside sales, and customer support teams to deliver a seamless and differentiated customer experience.


• Collaborate with hunter-style Outside Sales Representatives to transition newly acquired customers into long-term managed accounts.


• Participate in joint customer meetings and onboarding sessions to ensure continuity and customer confidence.


• Identify and pursue selective new business opportunities through referrals, white-space analysis, and market intelligence.


• Align customers with manufacturer partners and vendor resources to support technical requirements, large projects, and growth initiatives.


• Negotiate pricing, programs, and terms within established guidelines, exercising sound commercial judgment.


• Maintain accurate CRM documentation, forecasting, and account plans.


• Monitor market trends, competitive dynamics, and customer needs to proactively identify risks and growth opportunities.


• Act as a mentor and informal leader to less-experienced Account Executives by sharing best practices and market insights.


• Travel regularly within the assigned territory to support customer relationships.

What you will bring:

• 7-15 years of experience in outside sales, account management, or related customer-facing roles.


• Demonstrated success managing and growing a $7M–$15M book of business.


• Strong experience in building materials, construction, or wholesale distribution strongly preferred.


• Proven ability to manage complex customer relationships and high-value accounts.


• Strong strategic thinking, negotiation, and relationship-management skills.


• Analytical mindset with disciplined margin and profitability management.


• High proficiency with CRM systems and sales technology.


• Ability to work independently while influencing outcomes across cross-functional teams.


• Valid driver’s license and clean driving record.


• Spanish bilingual proficiency is a plus.

What you will earn:

• 401(k) with employer match


• Medical, dental, and vision insurance


• PTO, company holidays, and parental leave


• Paid training and certifications


• Legalassistanceand identity protection


• Pet insurance


• Employeeassistanceprogram (EAP)

QXO is an Equal Opportunity Employer.We value diversity and do not discriminateon the basis ofrace, color, religion,gender or sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, or any other protected status.