Public Sector Account Manager - Growth & Opportunities

Colsafety; Columbia Township (MO); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Colsafety is seeking a Government Account Manager in Columbia, MO to grow a portfolio of government accounts and drive transactional public sector sales. You will navigate GSA schedules, TAA compliance, SLED environments and federal contracting requirements.

Ideal candidates bring 2–4+ years in industrial distribution or government contracting, with CRM experience and a proven ability to build relationships with federal, state and local buyers.

Qualifications

• 2–4+ years in industrial distribution, MRO sales, government contracting, or transactional outside sales.
• Familiarity with government procurement processes (GSA, TAA, SLED, or military base purchasing systems).
• Experience working with or selling into public sector accounts (federal, state, local, or military).

Responsibilities

• Manage and grow assigned government and public sector accounts; expand product penetration.
• Navigate government procurement frameworks and support purchasing workflows and contract compliance.
• Execute pricing, quoting, and order management within company guidelines; maintain pipeline forecasting and activity tracking.

Skills

Public sector sales

GSA/TAA familiarity

Account management

Tools

CRM systems

Job description

Colsafety is seeking a Government Account Manager in Columbia, MO to grow a portfolio of government accounts and drive transactional public sector sales. You will navigate GSA schedules, TAA compliance, SLED environments and federal contracting requirements.

Ideal candidates bring 2–4+ years in industrial distribution or government contracting, with CRM experience and a proven ability to build relationships with federal, state and local buyers.