Strategic Account Manager - Pittsburgh

CRU International Limited; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Performance-based commission

Opportunities for professional growth

Collaborative work environment

Job summary

A global consulting firm is seeking a Strategic Account Manager to manage and develop relationships with key strategic accounts. The candidate will identify growth opportunities and drive new business development while ensuring excellent service. Strong communication and negotiation skills are required, along with experience in account management, preferably in the metals, mining, or fertilizer sectors. The position offers a competitive salary and opportunities for professional growth.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in account management in B2B or professional services.
• Strong understanding of the metals, mining, or fertilizers industries is a plus.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple client accounts.

Responsibilities

• Manage and develop relationships with key strategic accounts.
• Identify growth opportunities within existing accounts.
• Monitor market trends and provide strategic insights.
• Monitor market trends and provide strategic insights to clients to help them navigate challenges and seize opportunities.
• Achieve and exceed sales targets and KPIs.
• Domestic and international travel will be required to support our global clients.
• Proven experience in account management, preferably within the B2B or professional services sector.
• Strong understanding of the metals, mining, or fertilizers industries is a plus.
• Strong understanding of market dynamics and the ability to provide strategic advice.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and relationship-building skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple client accounts effectively.
• A proactive and results-oriented mindset.
• Proficiency in CRM software and Microsoft Office Suite.

Skills

Account management

Communication

Negotiation

Relationship-building

Market analysis

Tools

CRM software

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Our global Sales team is growing! We are seeking a highly motivated Strategic Account Manager to join our global Sales team. In this role, you will be responsible for managing and growing key client relationships, identifying new business opportunities, and ensuring that our clients receive the highest level of service.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage and develop relationships with key strategic accounts.
• Identify growth opportunities within existing accounts and drive new business development.
• Collaborate with internal teams to ensure the delivery of high-quality solutions.
• Monitor market trends and provide strategic insights to clients to help them navigate challenges and seize opportunities.
• Achieve and exceed sales targets and KPIs.
• Domestic and international travel will be required in order to support our global clients.
• Proven experience in account management, preferably within the B2B or professional services sector.
• Strong understanding of the metals, mining, or fertilizers industries is a plus.
• Strong understanding of market dynamics and the ability to provide strategic advice.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and relationship-building skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple client accounts effectively.
• A proactive and results-oriented mindset.
• Proficiency in CRM software and Microsoft Office Suite.

Additional Information:

What We Offer:

• Competitive salary and performance-based commission.
• Opportunities for professional growth and development as part of a global company.
• A collaborative and supportive work environment.
• The chance to work with industry-leading experts and a diverse range of clients.

About CRU:
CRU International is a leading provider of business intelligence and consulting services in the metals, mining, and fertilizer industries. With over 50 years of experience, we offer valuable insights and analysis that help our clients make informed decisions in an ever-changing global market.

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