Senior Key Accounts Leader — Growth & Strategy

Xylem; Brecksville (OH); On-site; USD 120,000 - 145,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision plans

401(k) with company contribution

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Paid parental leave

Job summary

Xylem is seeking a Senior Key Accounts Manager to lead the key accounts team, grow revenue, and expand into new markets. You will recruit, train, and guide the team, while driving strategic account plans and maintaining high customer satisfaction.

The role requires deep water industry knowledge, strong leadership, and proven ability to manage high-revenue accounts. Travel up to 50% may be required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Economics, Finance, or related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of progressive experience in account management or sales.
• Demonstrated success managing key accounts with annual revenue > $1M.
• Strong business acumen to develop strategic account plans and growth.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and CRM platforms.
• Ability to lead planning, scheduling, and budgeting activities.

Responsibilities

• Build and maintain trusted relationships with strategic clients as a main point of contact.
• Partner with cross-functional teams to align account strategies with client needs.
• Provide strategic insights to enhance client programs and performance.
• Monitor team and account performance; guide and support as needed.
• Prepare and deliver updates, reports, and key insights to leadership.
• Operate effectively in a fast-paced environment with changing priorities.
• Identify challenges and implement solutions to drive results.
• Foster collaboration across teams to ensure successful execution.

Skills

Strategic thinking

Excellent communication

Relationship building

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business/ Economics/ Finance

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

CRM platforms

Job description

Xylem is seeking a Senior Key Accounts Manager to lead the key accounts team, grow revenue, and expand into new markets. You will recruit, train, and guide the team, while driving strategic account plans and maintaining high customer satisfaction.

The role requires deep water industry knowledge, strong leadership, and proven ability to manage high-revenue accounts. Travel up to 50% may be required.