Apparel Account Manager – Strategic Growth (Hybrid)

Bemis Associates Inc.; Portland (OR); Hybrid; USD 95,000 - 115,000; Full time

Job summary

Bemis Associates Inc. in Portland, OR is seeking a dedicated sales and account management professional to expand Bemis presence within designated customer base, interfacing with technical, commercial and management levels, delivering the value of a complex solution.

The role requires a results-driven track record in growing revenue. You will work with a global team on strategic account plans, build strong customer relationships, manage forecasting, CRM and annual planning, and travel up to 35%.

Qualifications

• BA/BS degree or equivalent required.
• 3–5+ years relevant business experience.
• 3+ years account management experience selling premium-priced technical products.
• Apparel industry experience required.
• Ability to travel up to 35%.
• Proven ability to identify and close on strategic opportunities.
• Strong presentation, negotiation, follow-up, and closing skills.
• Collaborative, independent work style in a global team.

Responsibilities

• Set and reach sales goals, profitability targets, pricing strategies and timelines.
• Collaborate with a global team to develop strategic account plans and opportunities.
• Cultivate strong customer relationships with key decision makers.
• Provide regular updates via call reports, reviews, forecasting, CRM, and planning activities.
• Develop deep knowledge of each customer’s business, strategies, and needs.
• Support innovation and product development with customer insights and market knowledge.

Skills

Account management

Sales strategy

Relationship building

Negotiation

Closing deals

Presentation skills

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

BA/BS degree or equivalent

Job description

Bemis Associates Inc. in Portland, OR is seeking a dedicated sales and account management professional to expand Bemis presence within designated customer base, interfacing with technical, commercial and management levels, delivering the value of a complex solution.

The role requires a results-driven track record in growing revenue. You will work with a global team on strategic account plans, build strong customer relationships, manage forecasting, CRM and annual planning, and travel up to 35%.