Account Manager

LGG INDUSTRIAL LGG INDUSTRIAL is a solutions-driven national distributor of hoses, gaskets, and conveyor products. Our skilled colleagues serve customers in various industrial segments to improve their operations and reduce their total cost of ownership. With locations across the United States and Canada, we aim to deliver consistent service and support across North America. We desire to create an employee-centric place to work, a place where you can develop your skills and grow as a professional. We provide training and advancement opportunities to build a career and life-work integration to keep you at your best. Our philosophy is that the success of our business is directly dependent upon the health and safety of our associates. We focus on maintaining a safe work environment and strive to achieve zero injuries through our safety-first culture. For more information, please visit www.lggindustrial.com ABOUT THIS OPPORTUNITY Role Profile Position: Account Manager Job Location: Louisville, KY Job Type: Full-Time Status: Exempt Summary of the Role    The function of the Account Manager is to successfully develop and strengthen LGG Industrial's relationships with customers, identifying needs and opportunities within and across product lines and provide value to customers while strengthening business results. Works as part of a collaborative team to drive sales by focusing on acquisition, development, retention and management of strategic customers in designated territories.  Responsibilities    Must maintain 100% commitment to safety policies and procedures   Promotes and sells company products, systems, and services to new and existing customers   Develops and manages a strategic and comprehensive territory plan to exceed targets for gross profit and sales   Builds and maintains strong relationships with new sales prospects, existing customers, and internal support personnel through consistent communication both onsite and virtual   Collaborates with internal business partners to provide value added solutions that make a material impact for our customers while driving profitable revenue   Partners with internal teams to maintain accurate data and efficiencies   Provides consistent communication with customers to include business reviews, order status, pricing, on-time delivery, etc.   Occasional customer support after traditional business hours as appropriate   Optimizes CRM utilization for pipeline management and consistent call note activity   Perform other duties as trained and qualified for    Skills and Abilities    Possess excellent customer service skills and the ability to interact with customers, and team-members in a professional manner   Strong organizational and communication skills, above average mechanical aptitude, and the ability to interact with a diverse customer base   Presentation skills with the ability to read an audience and tailor messages to its needs   Strong computer skills including proficiency in Microsoft Word, Outlook, and Excel   Strong mechanical aptitude with the ability to successfully operate tools and machinery   Minimum Qualifications   Must have either 2+ years of sales, service, and/or industrial distribution experience or a college degree in Industrial Distribution or related degree program   Must have valid driver’s license and a clean driving record  Background checks and drug screening may be required (by Company, Customer or DOT requirements in working on-site and operating equipment as required or permitted by law)  Requires proficiency in math skills including addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division in units of measure. Additionally, must be able to perform calculations using whole numbers, fractions and decimals   Ability to travel within assigned territory, which would include automobile and/or airplane plus overnight travel   Ability to work nights and weekends, as required   Ability to work overtime, as required   Reliable transportation is a must  Preferred Qualifications   3-7 years of proven outside industrial sales experience   University degree in engineering, business or related area of study preferred; will consider equivalent work experience   Ability to use sales process to uncover customer objections/concerns, and determine appropriate solutions   Product knowledge in hose, gasket and conveyor systems a plus   Physical Requirements and Work Environment   This role includes a mix of office and field environments. A minimum of 60% of your work week will be spent in the field visiting customer sites, which may include warehouses, industrial facilities, or construction environments. Customer site visits may involve exposure to varying environmental conditions such as noise, temperature changes, or dust. The balance may include working in an office environment using standard office equipment (such as computers, phones, and printers) Reasonable accommodations are available to support individuals with disabilities in performing the essential functions of this role.  Ability to work in a stationary position for extended periods of time.  Frequent operation of a computer, keyboard, mouse, and other standard office equipment.  Ability to travel to customer locations and job sites as needed, which may involve driving or other modes of transportation.  Ability to move freely throughout the job site, including on occasional uneven surfaces, for extended periods of time.  Ability to ascend and descend ladders or stairs, as required.  Ability to comprehend and follow instructions and safety procedures.  Ability to read, write and communicate in English  Ability to comprehend documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, inventory sheets, and procedure manuals.  Occasional exposure to warehouse or shop floor environments, which may include noise, dust, and varying temperatures.  May involve o