Account Manager

What You Will Do

• Lead the implementation and goal achievement of agreed joint business plans with the field sales team and external stakeholders
• Build, maintain, and develop strong relationships and deliver desired business results within the direct distribution channel
• Manage a robust and active pipeline within assigned geography including end customer accounts to achieve overall growth and profitability ambitions
• Proactively develop relationships and drive new business opportunities within the distribution channel
• Leverage self-service platforms and digital tools to drive interest and purchase of Tork products.
• Drive sales activities and launch plans within respective region including value added selling, business reviews, and financial forecasts.
• Preform effective training and coaching on new innovations, Tork products, and the use of digital platforms including Tork’s self-service applications (Easy Order, TORK Global etc.)
• Build strong relationships, understanding and collaboration with internal teams
• Collaborate with other Distributor Enablement Specialists, Sales Development Specialists, Strategic Account Managers, and the Segment Sales team to drive growth and profitability ambitions in alignment with the overall strategy and the account’s Joint Business Plan.
• Who You Are
• Bachelor’s degree Business, Sales or Marketing. Experience in lieu of education will be considered.
• Minimum 5-7 years of sales experience; 3-5 years of account management
• Distribution management experience preferred
• Digital, virtual, and/or omnichannel experience preferred
• Demonstrated ability to independently identify, quantify, capture, and nurture new business opportunities both to achieve short- and long-term strategic goals
• Experience leveraging MS Office, MS Teams, and Seismic among other digital platforms to drive successful sales efforts
• Experience working with CRM systems (i.e. Microsoft Dynamics.com preferred) to manage and develop business opportunities
• Demonstrated ability to understand growth strategies and translate those into practical sales plans and best practices
• Strong negotiation, listening and influencing skills and ability to independently negotiate with top customers within area of responsibility
• Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to build relationships at all levels
• Well-structured and strong planning skills and ability to provide added value and insight for customers
• Strong drive for results and sense of urgency, self-starter with a strong work ethic
• Confidence in own ability to succeed and possess a winning attitude
• Health and Hygiene industry experience preferred
• Excellent verbal and written communications skills
• Ability to prioritize and manage time effectively
• Strong organizational & collaborative skills
• Ability to travel 40% of time domestically and primarily within the region
• What We Can Offer You
• At Essity, we believe every career is as unique as the individual and empower employees to reach their full potential in a winning culture motivated by a powerful purpose.
• Compensation and Benefits
• $70,000 - $90,000 annual salary range + sales incentive + benefits
• Pay offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors such as knowledge, skills, and experience.
• Along with competitive pay you will be eligible for the following benefits:
• United Healthcare PPO / EyeMed Vision Insurance / Delta Dental Insurance
• Wellness program provided through Rally
• Healthcare and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
• 401(k) with employer match and annual employer base contribution
• Company paid Basic Life, AD&D, short-term and long-term disability insurance
• Employee Assistance Program
• PTO offering with Paid Holidays
• Voluntary benefits to include: critical illness, hospital indemnity, and accident insurance
• Employee discounts program
• Scholarship program for children of Essity employees.
• Collaborative and Caring Culture | Empowerment & Engaged People | Work with Impact and A Powerful Purpose | Individual Learning & Career Growth | Health & Safety Priority | Sustainable Value Together| Innovation| Sustainable Working Life | Total Reward
• Additional Information
• The Company is committed to equal employment opportunity and providing reasonable accommodations to qualified candidates and employees pursuant to applicable law. We value and encourage diversity and solicit applications from all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, gender, sex, age, religion, creed, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, marital status, sexual orientation, physical or mental disability, medical condition, military and veteran status, gender identity or expression, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.
• If you require reasonable accommodation as part of the application process please contact EssityHRNorthAmerica@essity.com
• Together, we are improving lives, every day
• Working at Essity is not just a career; it is a chance to directly make the world a healthier, more hygienic and safer place. With impactful innovations coupled with sustainable solutions, we strive to reach more people every year with the necessary and essential solutions for well-being.