Account Representative

Motion Industries; Chattanooga (TN); On-site; USD 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Motion Industries is seeking an Account Representative I in Chattanooga, TN to grow and manage a book of business by converting competitors and expanding medium-sized accounts to large accounts. The role emphasizes building strong customer relationships and delivering tailored quotes and presentations.

The position requires a bachelor’s degree and 0–2 years of experience, with travel and a focus on customer satisfaction and revenue growth.

Qualifications

• Typically requires a bachelor's degree and 0–2 years of experience or an equivalent combination.
• Knowledge of power transmission, hydraulic, pneumatic, and industrial products.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficient understanding of key sales principles and best practices.
• Ability to influence customers and maintain relationships.

Responsibilities

• Increases revenue and profitability through new business and expansion of existing accounts.
• Generates new leads by networking and researching directories and internet sites.
• Interacts face-to-face with customers to foster relationships and satisfaction.
• Understands complex customer requirements for customized quoting.
• Delivers effective sales presentations and ensures technical requirements are met.
• Assists with on-site troubleshooting of customer concerns.
• Coordinates vendor resources to support sales.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Skills

Industrial product knowledge

Communication skills

Sales principles

Customer relationships

Time management

Microsoft Office

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Chattanooga, TN, USA

Full time

R26_0000024512

SUMMARY:

The Account Representative I is primarily responsible for building or expanding their book of business through converting competitors' business and expanding their assigned medium-sized accounts to become large accounts. This role fosters customer satisfaction by maintaining customer contact and managing customer expectations.

JOB DUTIES

• Increases revenue and profitability through generation of new business and further development of existing accounts.
• Generates new leads by networking, cold calling, researching various directories and internet sites.
• Routinely interacts face-to-face with customers to foster strong relationships and maintains satisfaction.
• Understands complex requirements from customers for preparation of customized quoting.
• Delivers effective sales presentations and ensures technical requirements are met.
• Assists with on-site troubleshooting of customers' concerns.
• Works with and coordinates vendor resources to build relationships and support sales.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE

Typically requires a bachelor's degree and zero (0) to two (2) years of experience or an equivalent combination.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES

• Knowledge of industrial products: power transmission, hydraulic, pneumatic, and industrial products.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• A proficient understanding of key sales principles and best practices.
• Ability to influence customers, while maintaining healthy relationships.
• Ability to take initiative and work with limited direction.
• Ability to multitask and manage time well.
• Ability to use Microsoft Office.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

Travel required. May be required to be on-call nights or weekends, depending on need.

LICENSES & CERTIFICATIONS:

Valid driver's license required. All company vehicles are subject to continuous video monitoring.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY:

No Supervisory Responsibility

BUDGET RESPONSIBILITY:

No

COMPANY INFORMATION:

Motion Industries offers an excellent benefits package which includes options for healthcare coverage, 401(k), tuition, reimbursement, vacation, sick, and holiday pay.

DISCLAIMER:

This job description illustrates the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this job classification. It is not intended to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and skills required. Management retains the right to add or modify duties at any time.

Where permitted by applicable law, successful applicants must be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 prior to start date. COVID-19 vaccination is a condition of employment, subject to an approved accommodation, and proof of vaccination will be required on or prior to start date.

GPC conducts its business without regard to sex, race, creed, color, religion, marital status, national origin, citizenship status, age, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, disability, military status, status as a veteran, or any other protected characteristic. GPC's policy is to recruit, hire, train, promote, assign, transfer and terminate employees based on their own ability, achievement, experience and conduct and other legitimate business reasons.

GPC conducts its business without regard to sex, race, creed, color, religion, marital status, national origin, citizenship status, age, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, disability, military status, status as a veteran, or any other protected characteristic. GPC’s policy is to recruit, hire, train, promote, assign, transfer and terminate employees based on their own ability, achievement, experience and conduct and other legitimate business reasons.

Equal employment opportunity, including veterans and individuals with disabilities.

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