Account Manager Job in Oakland, California US
Account Manager
JOB SUMMARY Attains revenue and profit goals in assigned territory through the development and maintenance of long term business to business relationships. Plays critical role in the realization of the vision of Reddaway as the transportation provider of choice. DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITES 1. Actively pursue and qualify valued business opportunities. Demonstrate an understanding of the prospects perspective and frame of reference and document their needs and requirements. Be able to discuss prospect's major products, services and processes. Understand the "power" relationships in an organization and use the information to target decision-makers. Implement successful selling strategies/techniques. Build persuasive arguments to convince other to take action. 2. Manage new and established account development for continued revenue and profit growth. Influence the client's transportation strategy using market and competitor information. Define and propose specific approaches to meet and exceed consumer needs. Consistently develop plans for sales opportunities for best clients/targets. 3. Present recommendations in a manner that gains acceptance and agreement. Demonstrate flexibility in achieving mutually agreeable win/win solutions. Identify situations requiring effective negotiation and maintain positive client relationships throughout any issue resolution process. 4. Develop a reputation as a creative, sales resource. Set a positive example that others choose to follow. Be viewed as credible, knowledgeable and sincere. 5. Take ownership in the work; invest in the outcome. Advance expertise and value by increasing knowledge of products, services and pricing. Expend effort to improve work quality. Seek opportunities to maximize contribution in current role. Take calculated entrepreneurial risks to improve performance. Think future oriented.