Strategic Energy Account Manager for Commercial Clients

5; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 85,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Award-winning culture

World-class energy/sustainability team

Job summary

5 is seeking an Account Manager to serve as the primary contact for a portfolio of large commercial and industrial clients. You will lead the development and implementation of energy procurement and sustainability strategies, coordinating with internal experts as needed.

You will build strong client relationships, translate complex energy information into clear recommendations, and manage multiple projects in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• At least three years of experience in the commercial energy industry.
• Experience in deregulated energy markets (PJM/ERCOT preferred).
• Previous energy-focused account management or client-facing roles.
• Solid understanding of procurement strategies, market pricing, and contracts.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to simplify complex energy information.
• Ability to manage multiple clients, priorities, and deadlines.
• Bachelor’s degree required; advanced degree a plus.
• B2B sales or business development experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the primary point of contact for a portfolio of large commercial and industrial clients.
• Build trusted client relationships by understanding each client’s business and energy needs.
• Develop and present energy procurement and management strategies with internal experts as needed.
• Advise clients on electricity and natural gas procurement, market conditions, pricing, contracts, risk, and budgeting.
• Provide market updates and strategic recommendations across multiple deregulated energy markets.
• Coordinate with internal teams to evaluate needs, analyze market opportunities, and implement strategies.
• Manage multiple client priorities, timelines, and follow-up activities.
• Identify opportunities to expand client relationships and support retention.

Skills

Account management

Client relationships

Presentation skills

Communication skills

Project coordination

Energy market knowledge

Ownership and accountability

Education

BA/BS degree

Advanced degree a plus

Job description

5 is seeking an Account Manager to serve as the primary contact for a portfolio of large commercial and industrial clients. You will lead the development and implementation of energy procurement and sustainability strategies, coordinating with internal experts as needed.

You will build strong client relationships, translate complex energy information into clear recommendations, and manage multiple projects in a fast-paced environment.