Now Hiring - Communication Innovators - Account Manager in Pleasant Hill, IA

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Account Manager: * The Account Manager is responsible for building and maintaining long-term relationships with clients by acting as the primary point of contact, understanding their needs, ensuring satisfaction with Communication Innovators' products and services, identifying new business opportunities within existing accounts, and working collaboratively with internal teams to deliver exceptional customer service. Reporting Relationship: * Reports to the Director of Sales & Marketing Requirements: * Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to build strong client relationships * Proven sales and negotiation skills to close deals and achieve revenue targets * Strong analytical skills to identify trends and interpret customer data * Ability to prioritize and manage multiple accounts effectively * Deep understanding of the company's products and services * Proficiency in CRM systems to track customer interactions and manage sales pipeline * College degree (preferred) or applicable technical Associates degree. Prior experience may be substituted at the supervisor's discretion. *Responsibilities: * Client Relationship Management: * Establish and nurture strong relationships with assigned clients, acting as their primary point of contact to understand their business needs and goals. * Account Planning: * Develop and execute strategic account plans to achieve revenue targets, including identifying potential growth areas and cross-selling opportunities within existing accounts. * Contract Negotiation: * Collaborate with internal teams to negotiate contracts and ensure mutually beneficial terms for both the company and client. * Customer Service: * Address client inquiries, resolve issues promptly, and proactively manage expectations to maintain high customer satisfaction levels. * Sales Growth: * Identify new business opportunities within existing accounts, present proposals, and close deals to drive revenue growth. * Performance Monitoring: * Regularly track key account metrics (revenue, service renewals, customer satisfaction) to identify areas for improvement and report progress to management. * Internal Collaboration: * Work closely with sales, marketing, product development, and other internal teams to ensure a seamless client experience and deliver on commitments. * Market Analysis: * Stay informed about industry trends, competitor activity, and market dynamics to identify potential opportunities for client value creation. Performance Measurements: * Sales Cycle Length * Close Ratio * Sales Revenue Growth Rates * Average Revenue per Customer * Organic Growth/Customer Referrals * Upselling and Cross-Selling of Products/Services * Customer Satisfaction The duties listed are primary and essential functions of the position. Specific circumstances may allow or require someone assigned to the job to perform a different combination of duties. Communication Innovators reserves the right to change job duties as needed to meet business goals and operational needs. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.