Strategic Account Manager

Join the application for the Strategic Account Manager role at Hussmann . Overview You will develop relationships with the decision makers of companies for HVAC/R contracting opportunities. Listen to their needs and develop programs and/or projects to fulfill them. Lead business processes from conception through completion. Compile and manage the sales plan for the district. Responsibilities Provides total account business reports and annual forecasts. Gathers and/or validates preliminary information and performs facility walk-throughs to determine level of opportunity. Estimates project and/or service agreements by analyzing and integrating equipment, controls, subcontractors, and services for each project. Develops preliminary project/service agreement fulfillment schedule, prepares and finalizes preliminary/final proposals. Prepares, negotiates, and reviews agreement/project scope. Ensures customer retention through renewal of service agreements and quoting repairs, retrofits, replacements; schedules routine customer visits. Presents/reviews proposal and/or contract with all buying influences and negotiates scope of agreement/project. Prepares transition documents and communicates project readiness for assignment to operations team. Conducts cold calls on new and existing accounts related to new construction and remodels for supermarket refrigeration; assists in developing new construction and remodel projects. Plans, directs, or coordinates the actual distribution or movement of a project/service to the customer by communicating with store managers, maintenance personnel, and other customer personnel as needed, while coordinating fulfillment activities with respective Area Service Managers, Technicians, Strategic Account Managers, Service Sales Account Managers, and Project Administrators. Qualifications High School Diploma/GED with 5–8 years of related experience. Ability to manage multiple competing priorities and tasks in a fast‑paced work environment. Strong verbal and written communication skills. Intermediate to advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite. Strong organizational and time‑management skills. Flexibility to work outside normal working hours, as required. Working knowledge of basic refrigeration or commercial refrigeration and HVAC preferred. Valid driver’s license and safe driving record. Travel within region as required. Strong leadership and business acumen. Candidate must be within commuting distance to an existing Hussmann branch office and a major international airport. Benefits Health, dental, and vision insurance. 401(k) with company matching contribution. Discretionary 401(k) company contribution. Tuition reimbursement program. Life/disability insurance. Maternity and paternity leave. Panasonic employee discounts. 15 days paid vacation and 12 company holidays. Employee assistance program. The salary range of $71,197–$142,610 annual is just one component of Hussmann’s total package. Actual compensation varies depending on the individual’s knowledge, skills, experience and location. This role may be eligible for discretionary bonuses and incentives. The minimum hourly wage for this role will be the greater of the posted range or the minimum wage for the location where the employee will be working, subject to local minimum wage requirements. About Hussmann For over a century, Hussmann Corporation has been a global leader in commercial refrigeration equipment — delivering solutions that meet the demands of the modern food retailing industry. Headquartered in St. Louis, MO, Hussmann offers a diverse range of products and connected solutions designed to enhance operational efficiency, optimize visibility of merchandise, and keep food fresh. With a nationwide network of skilled technicians, Hussmann goes beyond manufacturing — a trusted partner relentlessly driving customer success. For more information about Hussmann, please visit Hussmann is proudly committed to creating an inclusive environment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to veteran status, disability, age, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, genetics, medical condition, or any other characteristic protected by law. #J-18808-Ljbffr