Houston Technical Services Account Manager | Grow Key Accounts

Akzonobel; Troy (MI); On-site; USD 90,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance with HSA

Dental, Vision, Life, AD&D benefits

401K Retirement Savings with company 6

Generous vacation, personal and public

Parental leave

Diversity and Inclusion Networks

Career growth opportunities

Tuition Reimbursement

Employee referral bonus

Job summary

AkzoNobel is seeking an Account Manager in Technical Services to drive sales within the Houston territory, delivering profitable growth and supporting customers with technical expertise. The role requires collaboration with cross-functional teams to execute the sales plan and expand business with existing customers.

The ideal candidate will have 3 years in commercial roles, strong customer service and presentation skills, and the ability to travel up to 10% as needed.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of experience in commercial roles, sales and key account management or sales to strategic accounts in paints and powder coatings, B2B or related field.
• 1 year experience providing technical support and training customers on proper use of products.
• Fluent in English.

Responsibilities

• Manage a portfolio of customers in a designated area to execute the sales plan.
• Provide technical support to customers including setting up mixing machines and training painters, troubleshooting issues.
• Prepare sales presentations, contracts and proposals for successful transactions.
• Screen customer base for new opportunities, generate leads and maintain pipeline.
• Provide appropriate levels of contact, service and support to meet sales targets.
• Monitor sales against targets and identify remedial actions when needed.
• Collect, report and analyze customer feedback on current and future market trends.
• Promote the company image and develop long-term relationships with customers.

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration or related field

Job description

AkzoNobel is seeking an Account Manager in Technical Services to drive sales within the Houston territory, delivering profitable growth and supporting customers with technical expertise. The role requires collaboration with cross-functional teams to execute the sales plan and expand business with existing customers.

The ideal candidate will have 3 years in commercial roles, strong customer service and presentation skills, and the ability to travel up to 10% as needed.