Account Manager - CommData

Graybar; Charleston (SC); On-site; USD 85,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Profit Sharing

401(k) with company match

Paid vacation

Paid holidays

Wellness program

Job summary

Graybar in Charleston, SC, seeks an Account Manager to be the main contact for key accounts and to solicit new business, driving growth across Commercial, Institutional, and Government sectors with a focus on the CHSC market.

You will build relationships with data center and end-user accounts, positioning Graybar as the primary supplier of electrical, communications, and security products and solutions. The role emphasizes strong sales leadership and market expansion.

Qualifications

• 6+ years of sales/account management experience.
• 4-year degree preferred.
• Strong communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills.
• Familiarity with RFIs and RFPs.

Responsibilities

• Implement strategy to increase sales and profits from key accounts.
• Identify opportunities to improve productivity.
• Understand customer business needs and work closely with supplier partners to help find solutions to meet those needs.
• Give presentations on new products, answer questions on products and company services.
• Attain or exceed sales and profit budget.

Education

Bachelor's degree or higher

Job description

Are you ready? As an Account Manager, you will be the point person on key accounts. We will count on you to service these key accounts and solicit new business to maximize profitability. You will position Graybar as the primary supplier of electrical, communications, and security products and solutions. The Account Manager will be responsible for driving Commercial, Institutional, and Government (CIG) business development across the state, with a primary focus on the CHSC market. This role will target key customers and opportunities within the data center sector as well as end‑user accounts, building strong relationships and expanding market presence to achieve growth objectives.

In This Role You Will

• Implement strategy to increase sales and profits from key accounts
• Identify opportunities to improve productivity
• Understand customer business needs and work closely with our supplier partners to help find solutions to meet those needs
• Give presentations on new products, answer questions on products and Company services
• Attain or exceed sales and profit budget

What You Bring To The Table

• 6+ years experience preferred
• 4 year degree preferred
• Strong communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills
• Familiarity with Requests for Information (RFI) and Requests for Proposals (RFP)

Compensation Details

The expected rate of pay for this position starts at $100,000.00 annually, depending on experience. This position is also incentive‑eligible, based on meeting specific and relative business metrics.

This role requires the use of your personal vehicle for business purposes. Graybar offers a Fixed and Variable Rate (FAVR) reimbursement program to support eligible drivers. This program allows you to choose and drive your own vehicle, rather than a company‑assigned car, and your reimbursements can help you build equity in your vehicle over time. Please note that certain vehicle requirements, such as age and original MSRP, may impact your eligibility for tax‑free reimbursement. More information about Graybar's FAVR reimbursement program will be shared upon hire.

The Value Of Graybar

At Graybar, we are known for our comprehensive benefits and our employee stock ownership plan! Most regular, full‑time employees at Graybar may be eligible for a variety of benefits like:

• Multiple plan options for Medical, Dental, Vision, and Prescription Drug benefits.
• Life Insurance coverage for you and options for your family.
• Save on expenses with Flexible Spending Accounts.
• Enjoy our Disability Benefits at no cost to you.
• Share in our success with Profit Sharing Plans.
• 401(k) Savings Plan with company match to help secure your future.
• Paid Vacation & Sick Days to spend time away from work or in case of an illness.
• Rest and recharge during our Paid Holidays throughout the year.
• Take advantage of our Paid Wellness Day to focus on preventive care and prioritize your health.
• Volunteer with Community Time Off to give back to the community.
• Predictable Work Schedules to plan your life: no weekends or nights for most roles.
• Celebrate your and others' achievements with our Employee Recognition Program.
• Reach your career goals with our Educational Reimbursement and Career Development Programs.
• And More Perks that support your well‑being and career growth.

Benefit eligibility may vary across locations and roles, so be sure to check in with your recruiter for more information.

Why should you join Graybar?

At Graybar, our employees are the heart and soul of our company. We believe that employees with diverse perspectives bring the ideas and innovative thinking we need to solve our biggest challenges and compete in an ever‑changing world. Consistent with our values, we welcome people from all backgrounds, cultures and experiences into our company because we believe it’s the right thing to do and the right way to run our business. We want each of our employees to know that they matter and to feel a sense of belonging, ownership and inclusion at Graybar. We believe that everyone should be treated with dignity and respect, and we work to build a collaborative environment where our employees have the opportunity to grow, learn and make a difference, both as individuals and as part of the team. That’s what our employee ownership culture is all about: working as one team and moving forward together, while honoring the unique value each person brings to our company.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Vet/Disabled