Associate Account Manager

Watts Water Technologies; Escondido (CA); On-site; USD 35,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical and dental coverage

Retirement benefits

Paid time off and holidays

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

Watts Water Technologies is seeking an Inside Sales support professional in Escondido, California to nurture and grow customer relationships by delivering tailored product solutions. The role is onsite and reports to the Inside Sales Manager, emphasizing proactive outreach and cross-functional collaboration.

You will engage customers by phone and email, assess needs, prepare quotes, and coordinate with contractors and partners to ensure seamless orders and satisfaction.

Qualifications

• Associate's degree is a plus but not required.
• 1+ years of service or sales experience preferred.
• Prior experience in sales and customer service is preferred.
• Proficiency with computers, phones, and Microsoft Office applications and CRM systems.
• Experience maintaining customer records and managing account information preferred.
• Must establish employment eligibility and satisfactorily complete background checks and pre-employment testing.

Responsibilities

• Engage customers by phone and email to assess needs and recommend products and solutions.
• Manage and grow existing customer accounts and identify opportunities for new business.
• Analyze installation requirements and customize product offerings to align with customer specifications.
• Coordinate with customers, contractors, plumbers, electricians, and security partners for order execution and satisfaction.
• Maintain a structured daily workflow with outbound calls, email, and team meetings.
• Track sales activity and performance against targets and objectives.
• Monitor market trends, competitor offerings, pricing, and new product launches.
• Resolve inquiries and complaints promptly and document actions with management collaboration.
• Maintain accurate records of customer interactions and sales transactions in the CRM.
• Collaborate with internal teams to support shared goals and deliver consistent service.
• Perform other projects and duties as assigned by the Inside Sales Manager.

Skills

Customer service

Sales

CRM systems

Microsoft Office

Education

Associate's degree (a plus)

Tools

CRM systems

Microsoft Office

Job description

Company Overview

We’re Watts. Together, we’re reimagining the future of water. We feel proud every day about what we do. We're all part of the same crucial mission, no matter what function we support -- it's to provide safe, clean water for the world, and to protect our planet's most valuable resource.

What we do: For 150 years, Watts has built best-in-class products that are trusted by customers in residential and commercial settings across the world. We are at the forefront of innovation, working with cutting-edge technology to provide smart and connected, sustainable water solutions for the future. Watts is a leading brand with a quality reputation — and we have a dynamic future ahead.

Scope of Position

This highly motivated results driven individual, as part of the Sales Support Teams, will be responsible for managing and grow customer relationships by delivering tailored technology solutions in a fast-paced, professional environment. This role offers the opportunity to contribute to business growth while collaborating with cross‑functional teams and maintaining a high standard of customer service excellence. This position has no direct reports. This position reports to the Inside Sales Manager. This role is onsite and is based in Escondido, California.

Primary Job Duties and Responsibilities

• Engage customers via phone and email to assess needs and recommend appropriate products and solutions.
• Manage and grow existing customer accounts while identifying opportunities to develop new business.
• Analyze installation requirements and customize product offerings to align with customer specifications.
• Coordinate with customers, contractors, plumbers, electricians, and security partners to ensure seamless order execution and customer satisfaction.
• Maintain a structured daily workflow including outbound calls, email communication, and participation in team meetings.
• Track sales activity and performance against established targets and objectives.
• Monitor market trends, competitor offerings, pricing, and new product launches to support informed recommendations.
• Resolve customer inquiries and complaints promptly, documenting actions and collaborating with management as needed.
• Maintain accurate records of customer interactions, sales transactions, and communications within the CRM system.
• Collaborate with internal team members to support shared goals and deliver consistent customer service outcomes.
• Perform other projects, assignments and duties as assigned by the Inside Sales Manager or Company management.

Travel Requirements

None Required

Qualifications

Associate's degree a plus, but not required 1+ years of service Prior experience in sales and customer service is preferred Proficiency with computers, phones, and Microsoft Office applications and CRM systems. Experience maintaining customer records and managing account information preferred. Must successfully establish employment eligibility and satisfactorily complete background checks and required pre-employment testing as a condition of employment.

General Applicable Company Competencies

Demonstrate behaviors aligned with Watts Values: Integrity, Accountability, Continuous Improvement, Transparency. Punctuality and dependability. Ability to be flexible and adapt to changing work priorities and stressful conditions. Adherence to all personnel policies, procedures, and standards of process as implemented by Watts. Maintain productive and collaborative relationships with other Watts employees. Adherence to Watts’ seven cultural beliefs: Growth Mindset, Customer‑Focused Innovation, Constant Communication, Clear Goals, Collaborate Globally, Be Inclusive, and Take Action.

Working Conditions

While performing the job duties, you will be working on‑site at a manufacturing facility and will perform the majority of your duties in an office environment. You may, at times, be required to be present on the manufacturing floor and will be required to wear the appropriate personal protective equipment. You will be required to work in the office at the Escondido, California location (Monday – Friday). Your scheduled work hours will be communicated to you by your manager.

Physical Requirements

Specific physical abilities required for this position include, but are not limited to: Ability to remain seated at a desk or workstation for extended periods. Ability to perform repetitive tasks like typing on a keyboard or using a mouse for extended periods. Ability to physically move around the office, organize or transport files, packages, or other office‑related materials. Ability to read documents, use a computer, and perform data entry tasks. Ability to communicate clearly with management and coworkers, particularly in meetings or phone calls. Ability to operate standard office equipment such as computers, printers, phones, and copiers. Ability to occasionally lift and carry light objects, such as office supplies, documents, or small equipment.

Pay Range

The expected salary range for this position is $25.50 - $28.65 hourly. Actual compensation will be dependent upon individual skills, experience, qualifications, and applicable law. Nothing in this job description restricts Watts’ right to assign or reassign duties, responsibilities, and working hours/conditions to this position at any time. This position is “at will,” which means that either the employee or Watts may terminate the employment relationship at any time, with or without notice, and for any lawful reason.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation based on your skills, qualifications and experience
• Comprehensive medical and dental coverage, retirement benefits
• Family building benefits, including paid maternity/paternity leave
• 10 paid holidays and Paid Time Off
• Continued professional development opportunities and educational reimbursement
• Additional perks such as fitness reimbursements and employee discount programs

Learn more about our benefit offerings here: https://tapintowattsbenefits.com/

How we work

At Watts, our culture is team‑oriented and supportive. Employees here genuinely care about the quality of their work, and about each other. Our people are the heart of who we are and contribute to our longevity and continued success. And this is a place where you can have a big career. No matter your role, there are opportunities for learning and development, and your daily contributions make a meaningful impact on the lives of people who use our products and on the future of water.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Watts is committed to equal employment opportunity. We follow a policy of administering all employment decisions and personnel actions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, pregnancy, national origin, sexual orientation, age, physical or mental disability, genetic disposition or carrier status, marital status, military or veteran status, minorities, or any other category protected under applicable federal, state, or local law. Consistent with the obligations of state and federal law, Watts will make reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities. Any employee who needs a reasonable accommodation should contact Human Resources.

Company Details

Watts Water is a global leader of quality water solutions for residential, industrial, municipal, and commercial settings. Our family of brands offers some of the most varied product lines in the world, with world‑class, water‑related solutions focused on: Drainage and Water Reuse HVAC and Hot Water Plumbing and Flow Control Water Quality and Rainwater Harvesting. We are a $1.9 billion global company, listed on the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE) with a presence in five (5) continents and twenty‑four (24) countries, and an employee population that speaks over eighteen (18) languages. As a people‑first company, we prize enriching and caring for all who work here not only through words but through actions. This includes executing our Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) strategy, and providing our employees with meaningful career growth opportunities, a positive and safe work environment, and affirmation that they are heard, valued, and respected. We are proud to be an organization that believes that a safer world is a more sustainable world – a belief that we proudly reflect in each of our technologies and solutions and our environmental and social commitments, such as our partnership with Planet Water Foundation.

Specialties

Plumbing, HVAC, Water Quality, and Gas

Headquarters

Americas & Corporate Headquarters: North Andover, Massachusetts, USA Asia‑Pacific, Middle East & Africa (APMEA) Headquarters: Shanghai, China

Company Size & Website

About 5,000 employees Website http://www.watts.com/ http://www.wattsindustries.com/ http://www.wattsasia.com/ Industry Machinery Founded 1874