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Account Manager

Your Account Manager manages and maintains long-term client relationships, oversees a portfolio of assigned customers, and develops new business from existing clients. They serve as the main point of contact for customer management matters and are responsible for building a reliable and result-driven environment.

Hire Description

Account Managers negotiate contracts and close agreements, answer client queries, and identify new business opportunities among existing customers. In addition, they liaise with cross-functional internal teams to improve the entire customer experience, ensure the timely and successful delivery of solutions according to customer needs and objectives, and prepare reports on account status. Ultimately, they aim to collaborate with the sales team to achieve quotas while keeping clients satisfied and engaged with the products and services in the long run.

Responsibilities

  • Act as the main point of contact for all customer account management needs

  • Establish and maintain strong, long-lasting relationships with clients

  • Negotiate contracts and close deals to maximize profits

  • Develop a trusted advisor relationship with the client

  • Ensure timely delivery of solutions according to client needs and objectives

  • Communicate monthly/quarterly progress initiatives to internal and external stakeholders

  • Identify areas for improvement and potential new business opportunities among existing customers

  • Track and forecast key account metrics

  • Prepare reports on account status

  • Collaborate with the sales team to identify and capitalize on opportunities within the assigned territory.

  • Assist with resolving complex customer issues or requests as needed

Requirements & Skills

  • Proven work experience as an Account Manager or in a similar role, such as Key Account Manager, Sales Account Manager, or Junior Account Manager

  • Strong ability to communicate, influence, and present to clients at all levels of the organization, including executive and C-level

  • Experience using CRM software such as Salesforce, Zoho CRM, or HubSpot and MS Office, particularly MS Excel

  • Ability to provide customer-focused solutions to client needs

  • Proven ability to manage multiple account management projects simultaneously with sharp attention to detail

  • Excellent negotiation, listening, and presentation skills

  • Strong verbal and written communication skills

  • BA/BS degree in Business Administration, Sales, or a relevant field

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What are the key responsibilities of an Account Manager?

    An Account Manager is responsible for managing customer accounts, negotiating contracts, and ensuring the timely delivery of solutions. They also track and forecast key account metrics, identify areas for improvement and potential new business opportunities, and collaborate with the sales team to identify opportunities within the assigned territory.

  • What qualities make a good Account Manager?

    A good Account Manager should be customer-focused, possess strong communication skills, and deeply understand their company's products and services. They should also efficiently and effectively manage multiple account management projects with sharp attention to detail.

  • Who does an Account Manager work with?

    An Account Manager works closely with clients and stakeholders. They also collaborate with internal teams, particularly the sales team, to identify opportunities and enhance the customer experience.

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