Account Manager- Competitive Pay, Great Benefits, The Best People.

Are you looking to become part of a company with great benefits and growth potential? We offer paid time off, life insurance, 401(k) matching, and more.

Company Overview: S.J. Smith is a third-generation, family-owned company that provides gas, welding and safety supplies to the Illinois, Iowa, and northeast Missouri markets. Established in 1950, S.J. Smith has evolved into a dynamic problem-solving organization that uses the latest technology to serve our customers in the welding, safety, medical and industrial areas. S.J. Smith employees are expected to provide excellent customer service to internal and external customers. Our mission is to make our customers successful by providing cutting-edge solutions and quality products. We are committed to providing a safe environment for our employees and customers. All S.J. Smith employees are expected to complete safety training, follow all safety practices and comply with company, state, and federal laws, including FDA, DOT, FMCSA, and OSHA regulations

The Position: Were looking for an Account Manager. This is a full-time position that works Monday through Friday, 7:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. Some flexibility in hours will be required. Occasional evening and weekend work may be required as job duties demand

• 40 hours of PTO after 90 days, 80 hours after 1 year of employment with additional increases after 3 and 7 years
• Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance
• 401(K) Matching, Life Insurance Benefits, Short Term Disability, Paid Parental Leave

Required Education and Experience:

• Two years or more of aggressive and proven sales experience
• High school diploma or equivalent
• Must have restriction free and valid driver’s license
• Strong organizational and communication skills
• Proficient/ strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, Outlook) and CRM systems
• Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals. Ability to write reports and business correspondence. Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, executives, and other employees of the organization.

Preferred Education and Experience:

• A Bachelor’s Degree in Business or related field
• Familiarity with industrial and specialty gases and welding supplies

Responsibilities:

The Account Manager will focus on increasing our customer base in the welding, gases, industrial, and safety industries while maintaining existing accounts. This position requires someone that will actively pursue new business, increase existing sales through solution selling, provide customers with competitive pricing, and represent a wide variety of product offerings. Other Key responsibilities include all aspects of customer service, sales, A/R, training, cylinder issues, disputes, problems, and solving these issues to the customers satisfaction.

Why Should You Apply?

Competitive Pay.

Excellent benefits

Training Opportunities

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, or national origin.