Strategic Account Growth Leader

Metal Craft; Lake Orono Estates (MN); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) plan

Profit sharing

Holiday pay

PTO

Job summary

METAL CRAFT, located in Elk River, MN, is seeking a Business Development Account Manager to drive client success and growth. You will build lasting relationships, uncover opportunities, and translate client needs into winning solutions while leading account strategies and proposals.

This full-time role requires 3–5 years in sales or business development, preferably with manufacturing experience, and familiarity with ISO9001/AS9100; travel about 20% to visit customers and trade shows.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in business, marketing, engineering, or operations preferred.
• 3–5 years in sales, business development, or customer service; manufacturing experience recommended.

Responsibilities

• Develop strong long-term client relationships for new and existing customers.
• Manage all aspects of sales, service, and satisfaction for active and prospective customers.
• Lead proposals, pricing, and contract discussions to meet client needs and drive profitability.
• Coordinate cross-functional teams to ensure timely delivery and client satisfaction.
• Travel to meet customers, attend events, and support field activities (approx. 20%).

Skills

Client relationship management

Negotiation skills

Communication skills

Problem solving

Quality standards knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree (business, marketing, engineering or operations preferred)

Tools

ERP systems

MS Projects

MS Office

Job description

METAL CRAFT, located in Elk River, MN, is seeking a Business Development Account Manager to drive client success and growth. You will build lasting relationships, uncover opportunities, and translate client needs into winning solutions while leading account strategies and proposals.

This full-time role requires 3–5 years in sales or business development, preferably with manufacturing experience, and familiarity with ISO9001/AS9100; travel about 20% to visit customers and trade shows.