Account Representative I

Genuine Parts Company; Dayton (AL); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Genuine Parts Company is seeking an Account Representative I to grow its book of business by converting competitors’ customers and expanding medium-sized accounts into large accounts.

The role emphasizes maintaining customer satisfaction through regular contact and clear expectation management, with travel as part of the responsibilities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree and 0–2 years of experience or equivalent.
• Knowledge of industrial products: power transmission, hydraulic, pneumatic, and industrial products.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Industrial product knowledge

Excellent communication

Sales principles

Influence customers

Initiative

Time management

Education

Bachelor's degree

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

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