Account Representative I

Motion; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare coverage

401(k)

Tuition reimbursement

Vacation

Sick

Holiday pay

Job summary

GPC is seeking an Account Representative I to expand its book of business by converting competitors' accounts and growing medium to large accounts. The role emphasizes customer satisfaction through active contact and expectation management.

Responsibilities include lead generation, face-to-face customer interactions, and delivering tailored quotes. Travel is required; bachelors degree and 0–2 years’ experience are typical. Strong MS Office skills are expected.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent required.
• 0–2 years in sales or related field.
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Industrial products

Communication skills

Sales principles

Customer influence

Initiative

Time management

MS Office

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

0-2 years experience

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

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.

COMPANY INFORMATION

• healthcare coverage
• 401(k)
• tuition reimbursement
• vacation
• sick
• holiday pay

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.

Since 1928, GPC has set the standards for performance and value for our customers and our stakeholders.

Today, we're proud to say we're the largest global auto parts network and a leading industrial parts distributor, one that offers rewarding careers that combine small company feel with a global scale.

Our strengths are in the relationships we build and the value we deliver by merging local expertise with a global force.