Account Manager
Location: US, TX, Dallas
Department: Sales
Employment type: Full-time
Required experience: Associate
Required education: Unspecified
Industry: Information Technology and Services
Function: Sales
Description: Outside Account Rep required, to make cold calls and sign up new clients.First Place IT Department Our clients expect the best and that is what we are looking for, so if you are that high quality individual who is professional in all aspects of your work, then First Place IT Department is interested in talking to you about joining our team of information technology professionals. You will be supported by an outstanding group of like-minded technology and business professionals who are known for their reputation, commitment to quality, delivery and uncompromised customer service. This is the reason why our clients rely on us as trusted advisors and it is through our client’s recommendations that new business opportunities arise.
Requirements: General Accountability: The Sales Specialist reports directly to the Manager, Sales. The Sales Specialist is responsible for selling and overall management of a sales area dealing with specialized merchandise that requires knowledge of a unique and/or specialized nature. These activities included researching and utilizing knowledge of highly technical products that are appropriate to their specific and/or unique needs.  Specific Accountabilities: 1. Approach and identify customer needs promptly and accurately. To provide specialist advice, expertise and knowledge of the range to sell products, offer related goods, suitable alternatives and services to build upon sales. 2. Communicateclearly; ensuring customer requests are met by exactly recording details on Special Orders and subsequently dealing with any queries and follow up calls when required. 3. Meets assigned targets for profitable sales growth in assigned specialization 4. Establish productive, professional relationships with key personnel in assigned customer account. 5. Informs and assists clients regarding technical and specialized merchandise, demonstrates use upon request 6. Coordinate the client involvement of other company personnel when needed, including support resources, team members, and management. 7. Identifies need for materials and merchandise; identifies criteria and selects vendor to procure specific merchandise meeting identified criteria, such as price, quality, quantity, and delivery date. 8. Coordinates activities with inside sales, as required to meet unit and client needs. 9. Understands and demonstrates the willingness to promote First Place IT Department’s vision and values Qualifications (Education/Experience/Skills & Abilities) 1. College or University diploma in related field preferred. 2. 2+ years of direct sales experience 3. Supports initiatives that ensure profitability 4. Very organized, systematic, and have outstanding time management skills in order to work effectively. 5. Able to deal with ambiguity, be able to interact with a cross section of people, and effectively influence others 6. Demonstrate excellent teaming skills, cross group collaboration skills, and leadership. We thank you for your interest in this opportunity; however, only applicants short-listed for interview will be contacted.
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