Strategic Key Accounts Executive

MSC Industrial Supply Co.; Boise (ID); Hybrid; USD 39,000 - 61,000; Full time

Job summary

MSC Industrial Supply Co. is seeking a Key Accounts Executive to drive sales growth by expanding relationships with existing customers and identifying cross-sell opportunities within designated territories in Idaho.

Responsibilities include managing $25K to $250K portfolios, on-site service, and comprehensive account management to maximize retention and growth. Requirements include a high school diploma or GED (2–4 year degree preferred), 2–3 years of outside sales experience, and strong

Qualifications

• What You Need: High school diploma or GED; 2–4 year college degree preferred.
• 2–3 years of outside direct sales/service experience preferred but not required.
• Industry experience (e.g., fasteners, chemicals, industrial maintenance supplies, electrical, food processing, manufacturing) preferred.
• Strong technical aptitude with ability to read and analyze technical materials.
• Demonstrated ability to resolve problems, develop action plans, and drive results.
• Excellent communication, presentation, listening, and relationship-building skills.
• Proficient in MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and email; able to adapt to PC-based order systems and handheld scanning devices.

Responsibilities

• Build and strengthen relationships with customers at functional and executive levels.
• Develop and execute strategies to deepen penetration within accounts and expand revenue opportunities.
• Serve as a trusted advisor by delivering tailored, value-driven solutions.
• Lead the implementation of major company programs within assigned accounts.
• Process orders, scan shipments, stock inventory, and manage returns.
• Leverage CRM to track sales activity, analyze trends, and forecast.
• Collaborate with internal teams to deliver operational excellence and service.
• Drive setup and optimization of vending and VMI services at accounts.
• Collaborate on pricing strategies for non-contract customers.
• Monitor market trends and provide forward-looking solutions.
• Prepare and submit timely sales reports for management alignment.
• Drive customer orders using ordering technology.

Skills

Outside direct sales experience

Strong technical aptitude

Excellent communication and relation-

Ability to read and analyze technical

Problem solving and action planning

Organization and time management

Proficiency in MS Word, Excel, PowerP

Ability to work from home office

Valid driver's license and reliable

Education

High school diploma or GED; 2–4 year college degree preferred

Tools

MS Word

Excel

PowerPoint

Email

PC-based order systems

Handheld scanning devices

Job description

MSC Industrial Supply Co. is seeking a Key Accounts Executive to drive sales growth by expanding relationships with existing customers and identifying cross-sell opportunities within designated territories in Idaho.

Responsibilities include managing $25K to $250K portfolios, on-site service, and comprehensive account management to maximize retention and growth. Requirements include a high school diploma or GED (2–4 year degree preferred), 2–3 years of outside sales experience, and strong