CUSTOMER RELATIONSHIP MANAGER

Spherion Staffing, LLC; Faribault (MN); On-site; USD 65,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company vehicle

Insurance package

401(k) matching

Paid time off

Product & meal discounts

Job summary

Spherion Staffing, LLC is seeking a proactive Customer Relationship Manager for a field-based role in South Central Minnesota. You will be the primary contact for regional accounts, conducting site visits and driving customer satisfaction.

The position requires 2+ years in territory account management or field sales, 70–80% travel, and a valid driver's license. Compensation ranges from $65,000 to $75,000 annually with comprehensive benefits and a company-provided vehicle.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience in territory account management, field sales, or advanced B2B client management.
• Ability to cover key client locations across South Central and southeastern MN.
• Willingness to spend 70–80% of working hours in the field conducting site visits.
• Must hold a valid driver's license with a clean driving record to operate a company vehicle.
• Proficient with Microsoft Word and Outlook; comfortable learning and logging activity in CRM software.

Responsibilities

• Client Relationship Management: conduct regular in-person site visits, check-ins, and drop-in meetings to build trust and ensure ongoing satisfaction.
• Account Growth: identify upselling, cross-selling, and service expansion opportunities within existing accounts; assist with contract renewals as needed.
• Issue Resolution & Support: serve as the primary liaison between clients and internal teams to deliver fast, effective solutions.
• Proactive Communication: inform clients of new product offerings and service upgrades; gather feedback to drive improvements.
• Activity Tracking: maintain daily logs of client interactions and field visits using Microsoft Office and internal CRM tools.

Skills

Territory management

Field sales

B2B sales

Account growth

Communication

Driving license

Education

High School diploma

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Outlook

CRM software

Job description

Customer Relationship Manager
Location: South/ South Central Minnesota (Field-Based)
Position Type: Full-Time (40-45 hours/week | Monday - Friday)
Compensation: $65,000 - $75,000 / year (Dependent on Experience)
Preferred Residence: Ideal candidate lives in or near the Northfield, Faribault, or Owatonna area

Job Overview
We are seeking a proactive, client-focused Customer Relationship Manager to build, maintain, and grow strong long-term relationships across our regional accounts. In this mobile, field-based role, you will serve as the primary point of contact for existing clients, driving customer satisfaction, resolving service inquiries, and identifying account expansion opportunities during regular site visits.

Perks & Benefits:

• Competitive Base Salary: $65,000 - $75,000 / year
• Company-Provided Vehicle for field business travel
• Comprehensive Insurance Package: Medical, dental, vision, accident, critical illness, and hospitalization coverage
• Financial & Life Benefits: Company-paid life insurance and 401(k) matching program
• Paid Time Off: Vacation, personal, sick/safe time, and paid holidays
• Employee Perks: Product and meal discounts

Responsibilities:

• Client Relationship Management: Conduct regular in-person site visits, check-ins, and drop-in meetings to build trust, assess client needs, and ensure ongoing satisfaction.
• Account Growth: Identify upselling, cross-selling, and service expansion opportunities within existing accounts; assist with contract renewals as needed.
• Issue Resolution & Support: Serve as the primary liaison between clients and internal operational teams (including route service personnel) to deliver fast, effective solutions.
• Proactive Communication: Inform clients of new product offerings, service enhancements, and upgrades; gather feedback to drive internal service improvements.
• Activity Tracking: Maintain daily logs of client interactions, field visits, schedules, and account leads using Microsoft Office and internal CRM tools.

Skills:

• Preferred Location: Ideally based in or near Northfield, Faribault, or Owatonna, MN for optimal route planning and commute efficiency.

Education:
High School

Experience:
1-4 years

Qualifications:

• 2+ years of experience in territory account management, field sales, or advanced B2B client management.
• Ability to cover key client locations across South Central and southeastern MN, including Gaylord, Waseca, Albert Lea, Dodge Center, Hastings, Red Wing, and Lakeville.
• Willingness and ability to spend 70%???80% of working hours in the field conducting site visits.
• Must hold a valid driver's license with a clean driving record to operate a company vehicle.
• Proficient with Microsoft Word and Outlook; comfortable learning and logging activity in CRM software.
• Ability to sit, stand, walk facility sites, step, climb, bend, and occasionally lift or move up to 50 lbs as required during site visits.

Equal Opportunity Employer: Race, Color, Religion, Sex, Sexual Orientation, Gender Identity, National Origin, Age, Genetic Information, Disability, Protected Veteran Status, or any other legally protected group status.

At Spherion, we welcome people of all abilities and want to ensure that our hiring and interview process meets the needs of all applicants. If you require a reasonable accommodation to make your application or interview experience a great one, please contact [e-mail].

Pay offered to a successful candidate will be based on several factors including the candidate's education, work experience, work location, specific job duties, certifications, etc. In addition, Spherion offers a comprehensive benefits package, including: medical, prescription, dental, vision, AD&D, and life insurance offerings, short-term disability, and a 401K plan (all benefits are based on eligibility).