Commercial Account Manager

Bugmanonline; Baton Rouge (LA); On-site; USD 48,000 - 68,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Commission and bonus opportunities

Take-home vehicle

Cell phone

401k andinsurance

Flexible schedule

Job summary

The Bug Man is seeking an ambitious Commercial Sales Representative (Account Manager) in Baton Rouge, LA to drive new business and manage client relationships.

This role emphasizes on-site consultations, tailored solutions, and pursuing sales targets with commission opportunities and a supportive team culture.

You will work with cross-functional teams to deliver pest control services, leveraging technology and strong communication to close deals and ensure client satisfaction.

Qualifications

• Strong sales skills including prospecting, objection handling and closing.
• Excellent communication and customer service skills.
• Detail-oriented problem-solving mindset.
• Proficient with technology (computers, phones, digital tools, AI tools, email, office software).
• Strong verbal and written communication; ability to build rapport and influence others.
• Team-oriented with ability to collaborate across departments.
• Effective time management to prioritize tasks.

Responsibilities

• Identify businesses that may require services and pursue opportunities.
• Conduct on-site consultations to assess client needs and provide tailored solutions.
• Prepare proposals and negotiate terms and pricing to secure business.
• Maintain relationships and provide excellent customer service to address ongoing pest needs.
• Improve sales skills through training and development opportunities.
• Meet sales targets and report activities to management.

Skills

Sales skills

Communication

Problem solving

Teamwork

Time management

Tech proficient

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Outlook

Microsoft Teams

Microsoft Excel

OneDrive

AI tools

Job description

The Bug Man is seeking an ambitious, results-oriented individual with strong sales, communication, technology, and organizational skills.

We are looking for a Commercial Sales Representative (Account Manager) to join our growing team.

Responsibilities:

• Identify businesses that may require our services. This may involve cold calling, door-to-door visits, joining associations and/or groups, attending trade shows, and using online resources.
• Conduct on-site consultations with potential clients to assess their needs. Provide recommendations and solutions tailored to their specific issues.
• Prepare proposals based on the scope of services required. Negotiate terms and pricing with potential customers to secure business.
• Cultivate and maintain strong relationships with clients. Provide excellent customer service, address concerns or issues promptly, and follow up. Maintain ongoing communication with clients to ensure their satisfaction and address any ongoing or recurring pest control needs.
• Continuously improve sales skills and knowledge through training and professional development opportunities.
• Meet sales targets and quotas established by the company. Report sales activities and progress to management.

What We’re Looking For:

• Sales skills such as prospecting, objection management, closing, etc.
• Excellent communication and customer service skills
• Problem solver with attention to detail
• Must be proficient in technology including computer, phone, AI tools, digital tools, email, word processing, spreadsheets, etc.
• Must have strong verbal and written communication skills and the ability to articulate ideas, build rapport, and influence others
• Must be team-oriented, and able to collaborate with others in operations, admin, and other departments
• Must have effective time management skills for prioritizing tasks and maximizing productivity

Preferred Experience:

• Proficiency in Microsoft applications (Outlook, Teams, Excel, OneDrive)

What We Offer:

• Stable full-time position with a company of nearly 50 years
• Supportive team environment with a vibrant and supportive culture
• Opportunities for growth and advancement
• Commission and bonus opportunities
• Take-home vehicle and cell phone
• 401k, health insurance, supplemental insurance
• Flexible schedule with vacation accrual