Account Executive
Portland, OR, United States
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Summary
The primary responsibility of the Sales Account Executive (AE) is to support, maintain and develop diversified sales account portfolio. The AE is expected to prospect and contract new business that meets the gross margin goals of the branch and positively affects the company. They are expected to grow their account portfolio to a larger revenue level and have a diverse mix of customers. The customer portfolio should be a mix of Local & Regional Builders, Design Studio customers and focused National Accounts and should continue to meet the Branch margin goals. They will be responsible for maintaining and submitting an active Account Target list that will serve as the focused point of sales growth for them and the branch. AE will also actively be managing customer profitability through price actions, product expansion and merchandising product assortments.
Essential Functions
Develop and close new business through networking and perseverance - 1 new account required every 3 months. New community with current customer or a new SAP account number approved through the Bid Review Process.
Margin Enhancement – Maintain a job cost gross margin percentage for the account portfolio over that of the Branch profitability target. Participate in all margin enhancement activities as requested.
Sell and promote those products that are supported by the Branch Operations team
Serve as an Advocate (as needed) with Collection efforts
Have completed Bid details on file for all accounts
Bid Review Process Adherence
Return all Forecasts/Pipeline information on schedule per deadlines set in place
Establish and maintain relationships with builders
Prepare bids, take offs, job change orders, pricing verifications, professional sales presentations, and meet with target accounts
Assist with estimating costs for bid proposals as assigned
Provide special quotes, as needed, for Design Studio and Builder Customers
Manages timely (within 30-days) contract execution and obtains contract completion, including changes due to pricing.
Provide Design Consultants, Order Processors, and Production Managers with all required information
Ensure proper planning and coordination of job efforts during order and installation process
Maintain bid folders for future updates, e.g., price increases, construction change orders, etc.
Manage internal billing questions, spec changes, special quotes, etc.
Must be willing and able to travel when necessary
All other job duties as assigned
Skills and Qualifications:
High school diploma or general education degree (GED) with three to five years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience
Understand blueprints related to builder’s floor plans
Ability to communicate effectively with customers, co-workers, and supervisors in a professional and courteous manner
Identify, analyze, address, and resolve problem areas, conflicts, and issues
Organizational skills to ensure adequate tracking systems are utilized to maintain and track all required information associated with the ordering and production process
Job Competencies
Basic technology skills, including MS Office Suite
Strong communication skills, including written communication
High level of organizational skills, time management skills, and ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment to consistently meet deadlines
Ability to take ownership of responsibilities and effectively handle interpersonal relationships with others
Physical Requirements
Sitting
Sitting Continuous for 8+ hours
Work Conditions
Travel
Travel required up to 50%
Work Conditions: Office or Design Center
Computer, phone, printer, and miscellaneous office equipment
If you like working with a growing close knit team and helping home owners design the home of their dreams, come build your career with us!
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, individual with disabilities, veteran status, gender identity or national origin.
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