Job Description

THE OFFICE IS LOCARED IN SMYRNA TENN

WHO WILL I BE WORKING FOR?

Are you passionate about providing solutions to customer challenges and building deep, lasting business relationships? This company is a leader in the packaging industry, and many of their key clients are household names that represent the best in the automotive, pharmaceutical, cosmetics, food, electronics, manufacturing and internet retail industries. And as part of the team, you’ll have access to customers in these industries and many others that need the innovative solutions that they offer. Packaging is one of the largest industries in the world, offering unlimited earning potential for driven and ambitious sales talent. Nearly every physical product in the world is packaged, so the market is infinite.

This company started in 1947. With more than 55 locations across North America, Europe and Asia they partner with businesses to deliver exceptional solutions that are customized just for each business They offer tailored packaging solutions encompassing the manufacture of packaging products such as glass bottles, beverage cans, corrugated boxes, recycled paper, cartons and multi-wall paper bags and services including global sourcing of packaging products, packaging distribution, design, printing and warehousing optimization.

Some of their brand name customers include: Google, Apple, HP, BMW, Mission Foods & Taylor Farms; they provide Total Packaging Solutions to all their customers.

WHAT WILL I BE DOING?

Associate Account Managers support the Account Manager with key relationship management, account management, inventory management, and performance improvement services for one or more major customers. Working closely with the Account Manager, members of the Sales team, and other Division coworkers, Associate Account Manager operate as a point of contact for service, troubleshooting, problem solving and communication on matters specific to assigned customers. Associate Account Managers develop and improve strong customer relationships to grow accounts and ensure contract renewal. Associate Account Managers identify new opportunities for cost and profit improvements and manage overall account profitability.

1. Manages and troubleshoots daily account order flow and reporting to ensure the highest levels of customer service while searching for efficiencies, cost reductions, and margin improvements.
2. Resolves order, inventory, and delivery challenges by working with the customers and our customer service, purchasing, and warehouse teams to solve problems.
3. Troubleshoots local service or product quality issues.
4. Inventory Management – Works with Customers and Sales team to ensure inventory is adequate to service customer needs. Tracks usage. Manages “Hot Orders.” Troubleshoots inventory issues.
5. Tracks aged inventory and recommends procedures for aged inventory reduction.
6. Manages customer payments, receivables and credit. Supports costing, pricing, and invoicing. Resolves invoicing discrepancies.
7. Supports the Account Manager by handling sample requests, data analysis and reporting on a regular or ad hoc basis, and assistance with special projects’
8. Supports seasonal rollouts and new product introductions.
9. Supports quoting and ways to build margin and account profitability.
10. Supports the development of proposals and participates in sales presentations.
11. Supports the Account Manager by handling sample requests, data analysis and reporting on a regular or ad hoc basis, and assistance with special projects.
12. Other related responsibilities required to achieve the highest levels of customer service, efficiency and profitability.

YOUR STRENGTHS:

• A Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Professional Sales, Quality Management, Industrial Engineering or a closely related field is preferred.
• 1 to 2 years of experience in sales or marketing with business to business sales experience interacting with customers.
• Strong Excel skills for heavy spreadsheet use in tracking, reporting, and following up.
• Strong organization skills that allows the Associate Account Manager to be aware of all sales and operations real time.
• Multitasking with ease is a must, operating independently.
• A strong customer service orientation with a desire to make contributions that solve problems and assist the customers in meeting their business needs.

HOW WILL I BE COMPENSATED?

$60-$70K BASE SALARY 1ST YEAR + BONUS UP TO $10K

EXCELLENT MEDICAL BENEFITS EFFECTIVE THE FIRST OF THE MONTH FOLLOWING YOUR START DATE!

DON'T DELAY! THEY ARE HIRING NOW!

Company Description

I have been in the recruiting business since 1989. I work in all industries across the board and place people in all levels from sales all the way up to VP level positions As an Executive Recruiter / Headhunter (yes headhunter) for over 20yrs - I take great pride in having built my career, and still run my organization the old fashion way......on Relationships, Trust, Respect for confidentiality, Honesty, being Optimistic, Persistent not pushy, and coaching & educating candidates and corporate clients to the best of my abilities throughout the entire interview and offer process. As we've all seen through the years of here-today/gone-tomorrow recruiters, resume board database junkies, and schlock recruiters/paper pushers....., it's even more so now that my clients truely enjoy, value and respect my traditional techniques, services and values. Major accomplishments include identifying and resolving problems before they reach crisis stage, and sourcing and placing candidates more expeditiously than the competition while managing multiple assignments in fast paced work environments. Proven track record of bringing projects in ahead of schedule and under budget. Good presentation and interpersonal skills, along with expertise in advanced behavioral, competency-based interviewing techniques. Well versed in both state and federal employment law. Possess a strong sense of urgency and a passion for employment services. My goal is to build new and continue to build existing business relationships with large companies or divisions, as well as start-up firms.