Account Representative I

Genuine Parts Company; Salt Lake City (UT); On-site; USD 47,000 - 63,000; Full time

Job summary

Motion Industries is seeking an Account Representative I to expand their book by converting competitors' business and growing medium to large accounts. You will maintain customer contact and manage expectations to foster satisfaction.

Typically requires a bachelor's degree and 0–2 years of experience. Knowledge of industrial products, strong communication, sales principles, and relationship-building are essential. Ability to take initiative and multitask is valued.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required.
• 0–2 years of experience or an equivalent combination.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Knowledge of industrial products (power transmission, hydraulic, pneumatic).
• Proactive with initiative and ability to work with limited direction.

Responsibilities

• Increase revenue through new business and further development of existing accounts.
• Generate new leads via networking, cold calling, and research of directories and internet sites.
• Interact face-to-face with customers to build strong relationships and maintain satisfaction.
• Prepare customized quotes based on customer requirements.
• Deliver sales presentations and ensure technical requirements are met.
• Assist with on-site troubleshooting of customer concerns.
• Coordinate vendor resources to support sales.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Industrial product knowledge

Excellent communication

Sales principles

Customer relationship management

Initiative and independence

Time management

Microsoft Office

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.