Account Manager

Job Overview

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Benefits

Medical insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Life insurance
Disability insurance
401(k) retirement plan
Tuition Assistance
Paid holidays
Paid vacation
Paid sick time
Parental leave

Job Description

Airgas, an Air Liquide company, is a prominent U.S. supplier specializing in industrial, medical, and specialty gases, along with hardgoods and related products. It stands as one of the largest safety products suppliers in the United States and is a leading provider of ammonia products and process chemicals. With a diverse and passionate workforce of approximately 18,000 associates, Airgas fosters a culture rooted in safety, customer success, sustainability, and innovation. The company empowers its employees to share ideas, take initiative, and make impactful decisions. As a subsidiary of Air Liquide, a global leader in gases, technologies, and services for industry and healthcare, Airgas benefits from a presence in 60 countries, employing around 66,500 people, and serving more than 4 million customers and patients worldwide.

The Account Manager role at Airgas in Little Rock, AR is a pivotal position designed for a professional eager to contribute to and grow within a dynamic industrial supply environment. The role offers a base pay plus commission, complemented by monthly automobile allowance and necessary travel within the assigned territory with minimal overnight stays. In addition to competitive compensation, Airgas provides a comprehensive family benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, life, AD&D, and disability insurance. The company supports growing families with a 14-week paid childbirth benefit and offers future security through a 401(k) retirement plan with company match, tuition assistance, paid holidays, vacation, and sick time.

As an Account Manager, you will be a pioneer in establishing and maintaining high-value partnerships within business and industrial sectors. Your primary mission will be to advance sustainable growth within the assigned territory by nurturing existing accounts and uncovering new business opportunities aligned with Airgas's standards of excellence. This role calls for a consultative approach to sales, helping customers integrate the comprehensive range of Airgas solutions to add significant value to their operations. The position requires an individual adept at advancing territory growth, fostering clear communication to support business goals, and developing strategic roadmaps to meet sales milestones.

The Account Manager will implement partnership strategies including regular business reviews with key customers to ensure the delivery of unparalleled support and value. You will connect effectively with key stakeholders to understand their needs and aid their decision-making processes. Managing information and activities across the partnership lifecycle proactively to secure healthy margins and growth is a key responsibility. Additionally, staying informed about new products and competitive market landscapes is necessary to maintain status as a trusted advisor. The role emphasizes integrating all product lines into accounts with a focus on adding value, fully embracing Airgas's core sales philosophy centered on customer-focused service.

Airgas is committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion, fostering an environment where employees from all backgrounds are welcomed and valued. The company's dedication to equal opportunity employment underscores its belief in the power of diverse perspectives to drive innovation and success. The workplace culture encourages initiative, creativity, and career development, making it an excellent opportunity for those who aspire to grow professionally while contributing meaningfully to a leading industrial supply company.

Job Requirements

  • Two to three years of related experience and/or training or an equivalent combination of education and experience
  • Demonstrated track record of advancing sales and business development goals while surpassing key milestones
  • Ability to utilize a collaborative sales process to understand and address customer concerns
  • Proficiency in common email, spreadsheet, word processing, and presentation software
  • Proactive approach to identifying client pain points and facilitating technical solutions that create shared value
  • Excellent skills in building alignment and navigating agreements to meet customer needs
  • Ability to foster understanding and connect with individuals from different backgrounds
  • Flexibility to work varied hours to support customers' success

Job Qualifications

  • Two to three years of related experience and/or training or an equivalent combination of education and experience
  • Demonstrated track record of advancing sales and business development goals while surpassing key milestones
  • Ability to utilize a collaborative sales process to understand and address customer concerns
  • Proficiency in common email, spreadsheet, word processing, and presentation software
  • Proactive approach to identifying client pain points and facilitating technical solutions that create shared value
  • Excellent skills in building alignment and navigating agreements to meet customer needs
  • Ability to foster understanding and connect with individuals from different backgrounds
  • Flexibility to work varied hours to support customers' success
  • Proven background contributing to growth in industrial, commercial, or educational markets preferred
  • Natural ability to nurture long-term partnerships and build alignment across multi-level stakeholder groups preferred
  • Familiarity with or strong desire to learn about industrial, specialty, and medical gases preferred
  • Experience pioneering new market approaches and adaptability in a fast-evolving industrial landscape preferred
  • Deeply comfortable with CRM tools such as Salesforce and SAP experience preferred

Job Duties

  • Advance territory growth by deepening relationships with existing clients and identifying new partnerships that meet company standards of excellence
  • Foster understanding by communicating in an organized and clear manner to support customers' business goals
  • Develop a strategic roadmap to achieve sales milestones through effective time management and planning
  • Implement account partnership strategies including regular business reviews for key customers
  • Connect with key stakeholders and influencers to understand their needs and support decision-making
  • Coordinate information management across all phases of the partnership lifecycle to ensure healthy margins and growth
  • Proactively learn about new products and the competitive landscape to remain a trusted advisor
  • Integrate all product lines into accounts with a focus on adding value and supporting customer-centric service

Job Criteria

Experience

No experience required


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