What are the responsibilities and job description for the Account Manager position at The Community Blood Center?
JOB REQUIREMENTS: Are you passionate about making a difference? At The
Community Blood Center, every day is an opportunity to save lives. We
partner with a dedicated community of volunteer blood donors to ensure
that over 40 hospitals have access to a reliable blood supply. We are
seeking an Account Manager to recruit and manage mobile blood-drive
sponsor groups by engaging directly with business and community leaders.
Give presentations, provide training and support to drive coordinators,
and develop strategic plans to increase donor participation. If you are
a dynamic leader with a passion for saving lives, we invite you to apply
and be part of our mission. JOB SUMMARY: Identify and recruit mobile
blood-drive sponsor groups, requiring direct, one-on-one contact with
leaders of businesses and institutions throughout Green Bay and the
surrounding communities. Give formal presentations to these leaders or
to groups as part of ongoing community relations awareness, education
and donor recruitment programs. Coach and assist blood drive
coordinators in planning donor recruitment programs and activities in
detail by providing information, promotional material, support and
training as required. Develop strategic account plans to drive growth in
production. Work irregular hours, including occasional early mornings,
evenings and weekends, making presentations and meeting with drive
coordinators to ensure blood drives operate smoothly and efficiently.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES (other Duties May Be Assigned)
Executes account recruitment plans in support of the CBC Strategic Plan
and Recruitment Goals and Objectives that will result in productive,
cost-effective mobile drives to provide an adequate, safe community
blood supply. o Schedules blood drives in compliance with cGMP, SOPs and
mobile scheduling guidelines to maximize the efficient use of resources.
Maintains accurate records of recruitment activities, sponsor group
information and blood drive results. Oversees fulfillment of individual
blood drive schedules. o Works closely with blood drive coordinators to
ensure a successful blood drive. Provides training and assists the
coordinator as necessary, well in advance of each blood drive. Engages
with various audiences, including first-time and repeat donors. o
Leverages marketing materials, reports and correspondence with sponsors.
Conducts evaluation meetings in a timely manner with blood drive
coordinator to assess effectiveness of the blood drive, make
recommendations for growth & improvement, and schedule next blood drive.
Conducts in-depth account analysis to determine production potential.
Develops strategic account plans to facilitate long-range planning.
Prospects, networks and adjusts to new sales opportunities to facilitate
growth. Applies effective sales skills to maximize account productivity.
Demonstrates sales team leadership. Mentors and trains account
associates and account specialists. Demonstrates professionalism and
maintains sound business relationships; focuses on providing exceptional
customer service. Demonstrates accountability for individual and team
recruitment activities and goals. Complies with all policies and
procedures as outlined in CBC Employee Handbook, CBC SOPs and/or
departmental directives. \*\*\*\*\* OTHER EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS:
JOB QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS: Bachelor\'s degree, or equivalent
experience. A proven, successful track record of outside sales
experience which includes strategic account planning and achievement of
production targets. Ability to apply a range of traditional and
non-traditional problem-solving techniques to think throug and solve
issues creatively to improve performance and company effectiveness.
Well-developed written and verbal communication skills. Demonstrated
public speaking skills. Must be highly self-motivated, able to schedule
and follow-up on meetings without direct supervision. Must possess
negotiation skills to resolve issues professionally. Proficiency with
Microsoft Office Suite with strong knowledge of Outlook, Excel and Word.
Familiarity with CRM systems preferred. User knowledge of the following
equipment: laptop computer, photocopier, personal automobile, \"smart
phone\". Must possess a valid Wisconsin driver\'s license to operate a
personal and CBC vehicle. Employees may occasionally be required to lift
objects or materials weighing up to 35 pounds. \*\*\*\*\* APPLICATION
INSTRUCTIONS: Apply Online:
https://www.communityblood.org/current-openings/accountmanager/gb
Community Blood Center, every day is an opportunity to save lives. We
partner with a dedicated community of volunteer blood donors to ensure
that over 40 hospitals have access to a reliable blood supply. We are
seeking an Account Manager to recruit and manage mobile blood-drive
sponsor groups by engaging directly with business and community leaders.
Give presentations, provide training and support to drive coordinators,
and develop strategic plans to increase donor participation. If you are
a dynamic leader with a passion for saving lives, we invite you to apply
and be part of our mission. JOB SUMMARY: Identify and recruit mobile
blood-drive sponsor groups, requiring direct, one-on-one contact with
leaders of businesses and institutions throughout Green Bay and the
surrounding communities. Give formal presentations to these leaders or
to groups as part of ongoing community relations awareness, education
and donor recruitment programs. Coach and assist blood drive
coordinators in planning donor recruitment programs and activities in
detail by providing information, promotional material, support and
training as required. Develop strategic account plans to drive growth in
production. Work irregular hours, including occasional early mornings,
evenings and weekends, making presentations and meeting with drive
coordinators to ensure blood drives operate smoothly and efficiently.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES (other Duties May Be Assigned)
Executes account recruitment plans in support of the CBC Strategic Plan
and Recruitment Goals and Objectives that will result in productive,
cost-effective mobile drives to provide an adequate, safe community
blood supply. o Schedules blood drives in compliance with cGMP, SOPs and
mobile scheduling guidelines to maximize the efficient use of resources.
- Projects mobile blood drive collections within acceptable ranges for
Maintains accurate records of recruitment activities, sponsor group
information and blood drive results. Oversees fulfillment of individual
blood drive schedules. o Works closely with blood drive coordinators to
ensure a successful blood drive. Provides training and assists the
coordinator as necessary, well in advance of each blood drive. Engages
with various audiences, including first-time and repeat donors. o
Leverages marketing materials, reports and correspondence with sponsors.
- Conducts professional formal public speaking presentations to donor
Conducts evaluation meetings in a timely manner with blood drive
coordinator to assess effectiveness of the blood drive, make
recommendations for growth & improvement, and schedule next blood drive.
Conducts in-depth account analysis to determine production potential.
Develops strategic account plans to facilitate long-range planning.
Prospects, networks and adjusts to new sales opportunities to facilitate
growth. Applies effective sales skills to maximize account productivity.
Demonstrates sales team leadership. Mentors and trains account
associates and account specialists. Demonstrates professionalism and
maintains sound business relationships; focuses on providing exceptional
customer service. Demonstrates accountability for individual and team
recruitment activities and goals. Complies with all policies and
procedures as outlined in CBC Employee Handbook, CBC SOPs and/or
departmental directives. \*\*\*\*\* OTHER EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS:
JOB QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS: Bachelor\'s degree, or equivalent
experience. A proven, successful track record of outside sales
experience which includes strategic account planning and achievement of
production targets. Ability to apply a range of traditional and
non-traditional problem-solving techniques to think throug and solve
issues creatively to improve performance and company effectiveness.
Well-developed written and verbal communication skills. Demonstrated
public speaking skills. Must be highly self-motivated, able to schedule
and follow-up on meetings without direct supervision. Must possess
negotiation skills to resolve issues professionally. Proficiency with
Microsoft Office Suite with strong knowledge of Outlook, Excel and Word.
Familiarity with CRM systems preferred. User knowledge of the following
equipment: laptop computer, photocopier, personal automobile, \"smart
phone\". Must possess a valid Wisconsin driver\'s license to operate a
personal and CBC vehicle. Employees may occasionally be required to lift
objects or materials weighing up to 35 pounds. \*\*\*\*\* APPLICATION
INSTRUCTIONS: Apply Online:
https://www.communityblood.org/current-openings/accountmanager/gb