Power Key Account Manager

Clayton Services; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 130,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

401(k)

PTO

Car allowance

Job summary

Clayton Services is seeking a Power Key Account Manager to drive business development and manage key customer relationships in the power generation industry. The role is based in Stafford, Texas, with a direct hire arrangement.

The candidate will develop opportunities, present technically compliant quotations, and collaborate with internal teams on pricing and market positioning. Regular client visits and CRM upkeep are essential aspects of the position.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5+ years outside sales in power/energy.
• Bachelor’s degree preferred or equivalent experience.
• Experience selling to end users and EPC firms.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain relationships with existing and prospective customers in power generation.
• Identify and secure new business opportunities with major end users and engineering firms.
• Promote products to expand market share in assigned territory.
• Collaborate on pricing, product mix, and market positioning.
• Review specifications to ensure accurate proposals.
• Prepare detailed, competitive quotations that are technically compliant.
• Respond to inquiries and clarify specs, quotes, and orders.
• Support order processing and address technical questions through sales cycles.
• Conduct in-person client visits to strengthen relationships and identify new opportunities.
• Manage risks such as overdue payments and organizational changes.
• Prepare monthly/quarterly sales reports and track pipeline and trends.
• Maintain CRM records and participate in trade shows and training initiatives.
• Stay current on industry trends and product developments.

Skills

Outside sales

Client relationships

EPC experience

CapEx sales

Valve knowledge

Solution design

Negotiation

Communication

Presentation

CRM proficiency

Power industry awareness

Key account management

Sales forecasting

Customer service

Market development

Education

Bachelor's degree preferred

Tools

CRM software

Microsoft Office

Job description

Clayton Services is searching for a Power Key Account Manager to join a thriving company in Stafford, Texas. The Power Key Account Manager will be responsible for driving business development, managing key customer relationships, and expanding sales within the power generation industry.

Job Type: Direct Hire

Pay Rate: $130,000 - $160,000/year plus annual bonus opportunities

Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, 401(k), PTO, car allowance, and more

• Develop and maintain strong relationships with existing and prospective customers within the power generation industry
• Identify, prospect, and secure new business opportunities with major power end users and engineering firms
• Promote product offerings and solutions to expand market share within assigned territory
• Collaborate internally to develop customer-specific strategies related to pricing, product mix, and market positioning
• Review customer specifications and documentation to ensure accurate product selection and proposal development
• Prepare and present detailed, competitive, and technically compliant quotation packages
• Respond to customer inquiries and provide clarification on technical specifications, quotes, and purchase orders
• Support order processing and assist with technical product questions throughout the sales cycle
• Conduct regular in-person client visits to strengthen relationships and identify new opportunities
• Manage customer-related risks including overdue payments, organizational changes, and issue resolution
• Prepare monthly and quarterly sales reports including activity updates, pipeline status, and market trends
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date records within the CRM system
• Participate in trade shows, product presentations, and customer training initiatives
• Stay current on industry trends, competitive landscape, and product developments

Power Key Account Manager Skills and Abilities:

• Strong background in outside sales within the power generation industry
• Proven ability to build and maintain long-term client relationships
• Experience working with EPC firms and managing capital project sales (CapEx)
• Technical understanding of industrial valves and related equipment
• Ability to analyze specifications and develop tailored solutions for customers
• Strong negotiation, communication, and presentation skills
• Highly organized with the ability to manage multiple accounts and priorities
• Proficient in CRM systems and Microsoft Office tools

Power Key Account Manager Education and Experience:

• Minimum of 5+ years of outside sales experience in the power or energy sector
• Experience working directly with major power generation end users required
• Background in industrial valve sales or similar engineered products preferred
• Experience supporting both MRO and project-based sales environments
• Bachelor's degree preferred but not required with relevant experience

Power Key Account Manager - Immediate need.