Account Manager

Sonepar Canada, Inc.; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Paid parental leave

401(k) savings with company match

Professional development programs

Gym reimbursement

Job summary

A premier electrical products company is seeking an Account Manager in Richmond, Virginia. In this role, you will generate income through product sales and cultivate customer relationships while managing a diverse portfolio. The ideal candidate should possess experience in electrical or lighting supplies and a solid sales background. The company offers family-friendly benefits, including paid time off and opportunities for professional development. Be part of a committed team striving for growth and inclusion.

Qualifications

• 2-5 years of sales experience in related field.

Responsibilities

• Generate income through product sales and services.
• Maintain positive customer relationships.
• Drive lighting projects and call on various customers.
• Attend trade shows and meetings.

Skills

Experience with electrical/lighting supplies

Sales experience

Job description

A career at Capital Electric is more than a job. You’re investing in a brighter, more sustainable future together and joining a team that makes a real difference for our customers. Capital Electric offers electrical products and services to contractors. If it helps bring electricity to an office, home, factory or other building – you can find it here. We operate in Maryland, Virginia, Pennsylvania, West Virginia, North Carolina, South Carolina and Georgia, and are part of the Sonepar group, the world’s #1 electrical distributor with over 45,000 associates around the globe.

Being “Powered by Difference” means we respect and value diverse perspectives. WithinCapital Electric, we offer a supportive culture and great benefits, and as part of the larger Sonepar group, we can offer exciting opportunities to grow your career.

An Account Manager is responsible for generating income through product sales and services, creating and maintaining positive customer relationships, and providing leadership to sales departments in order to help keep and increase business of Capital Electric.

Responsibilities:

• Calling on commercial, government and institutional customers as well as driving lighting projects
• Manage the sales of products and services to account base
• Develop new customer relationships
• Regular end user joint calls with suppliers
• Develop customer pricing strategy that enhances profitability
• Quote prices and credit terms
• Coordinate customer training
• Investigate and resolve customer issues
• Attend trade shows and meetings
• Attend training as required by Capital Electric
• Meet or exceed annual sales goals
• Other duties as required

Requirements:

• Must have experience with electrical/lighting supplies
• 2-5 years of sales experience

What We Offer You

We offer great family-friendly benefits to full-time associates:

• Paid time off
• Paid parental leave
• 401(k) retirement savings with company match
• Professional and personal development programs
• Opportunity to become a shareholder
• Employer-paid short- and long-term disability
• Employer-paid life insurance for spouse and dependents
• Robust wellness program
• Gym reimbursement
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

We’re proud to be a military-friendly company, and our many employee resource groups (ERGs) help you make connections and feel supported.

Sonepar is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their race, color, creed, religion, national origin, citizenship status, ancestry, sex, age, physical or mental disability unrelated to ability, marital status, family responsibilities, pregnancy, genetic information, sexual orientation, order of protection status, protected veteran or military status, or an unfavorable discharge from military service, or any other categories protected by federal, state or local law.

Sonepar and our family of brands are committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. In keeping with our commitment, we will take the steps to assure that people with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations. Accordingly, if a reasonable accommodation is required to fully participate in the job application or interview process, to perform the essential functions of the position, and/or to receive all other benefits and privileges of employment, please call 843-745-2420 or email [e-mail] .

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