Strategic Accounts Manager

Lawson Products, Inc.; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 95,000 - 105,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401k with full benefits

Vision insurance

Dental coverage

Medical coverage

Paid holidays

PTO

Job summary

Lawson Products, Inc. is seeking a Strategic Accounts Manager to lead large, strategic accounts with a focus on retention and product category penetration.

This role manages 10–15 existing accounts while identifying new opportunities to grow the business. The position offers a competitive salary ranging from $95,000 to $105,000 with full benefits including 401k, vision, dental and medical coverage, plus paid holidays and PTO.

Qualifications

• Minimum five years’ strategic account experience, preferably in the hardware industry.
• High School Diploma required; Bachelor's Degree preferred.

Responsibilities

• Manage large, strategic accounts with focus on retention and penetration of product categories.
• Support 10–15 existing accounts while developing new ones to replace mature accounts.
• Lead account development, drive corporate selling, and assist local sales teams in expanding locations.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Direct sales

Account management

Education

High School Diploma

Bachelor's Degree

Job description

Since 1952, Lawson Products has worked hard to make our customers' jobs easier by improving their operational efficiency, productivity and overall performance. As a leader in the MRO industry, we partner with customers to make sure they have the right maintenance and repair parts on hand when needed.

We’re looking for a Strategic Accounts Manager with strong interpersonal skills and a direct sales background, preferably in the industrial distribution field.

We offer a competitive benefits package that includes 401k plus vision, dental and medical coverage. Employees also receive a paid holiday and PTO package.

Responsibilities:

• Responsible for managing large, strategic accounts, with a focus on high customer retention and product category penetration at established accounts.
• This role supports between 10-15 existing accounts, while developing new accounts to replace those as they mature.
• The SAM will develop the account/lead, drive the on-going corporate selling of the account and support the local sales team in the effort to convert and grow new locations.

Qualifications & Requirements:

• High School Diploma required, Bachelor’s Degree preferred.
• Minimum five years’ strategic account experience, preferably in the hardware industry.

Our salary range for this role is $95,000 - $105,000 with a Year 1 TTC of $118,750 - $131,250 including a full benefits package.

Lawson Products is an Equal Opportunity Employer of women, minorities, protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.