Sales Retention Account Associate

Account Associate I

The Account Associate I (AA) serves as a key point of contact for WM's Small/Medium business customers. Operating as part of a team-based queue, the AA focuses on retaining and growing the team's book of business. Through effective management of inbound call requests and proactive customer outreach, the AA maintains a net positive business performance by preventing customer cancellations and securing updated contract agreements. Success in this role is achieved through sound retention strategies, effective negotiation skills, and alignment with WM's growth objectives.

Communicates in a focused and compelling way that drives customers' thoughts and actions.

Utilizes appropriate change management processes to meet the demands of the sales role.

Controls sales assignments by allocating necessary time to retention and acquisition goals, requirements, and opportunities.

Explores alternatives to reach mutually beneficial sales agreements that gain customers' acceptance and commitment.

Contributes to individual and shared responsibilities in a team environment.

Navigates through multiple systems, sales tools, and processes ensuring accurate documentation when executing customer interactions.

Uses WM sales productivity software tools accurately and consistently (i.e. Salesforce.com/Customer Relationship Management and Pricing Tools.)

Analyzes reports as needed and/or handles general administrative duties as appropriate.

High School Diploma or GED (accredited)

1 year Business-to-business account management, inside sales (phone based sales), and/or customer service experience that includes a sales component

Repetitive Motions

Eye/Hand/Foot Coordination

Sitting

Talking

Hearing

Office: This job primarily operates in a professional office environment and routinely requires the use of standard office equipment such as computers, phones, copy machines, etc.

At WM, each eligible employee receives a competitive total compensation package that includes medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and short-term disability. In addition, we offer a stock purchase plan, company matching on a 401(k), and more. Employees also receive paid vacation, holidays, and personal days. Please note that benefits may vary by site.

WM (WM.com) is North America's leading provider of comprehensive environmental solutions. Previously known as Waste Management and based in Houston, Texas, WM is driven by commitments to put people first and achieve success with integrity. The company, through its subsidiaries, provides collection, recycling and disposal services to millions of residential, commercial, industrial, medical and municipal customers throughout the U.S. and Canada. With innovative infrastructure and capabilities in recycling, organics and renewable energy, WM provides environmental solutions to and collaborates with its customers in helping them pursue their sustainability goals. WM has the largest disposal network and collection fleet in North America, is the largest recycler of post-consumer materials and is a leader in beneficial use of landfill gas, with a growing network of renewable natural gas plants and the most landfill gas-to-electricity plants in North America. WM's fleet includes more than 12,000 natural gas trucks the largest heavy-duty natural gas truck fleet in the industry in North America. Healthcare Solutions provides collection and disposal services of regulated medical waste, as well as secure information destruction services, in the U.S., Canada and Western Europe. To learn more about WM and the company's sustainability progress and solutions, visit Sustainability.WM.com.

WM is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, status as a protected veteran or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law.

WM is committed to the principle of equal employment for all applicants and employees, without discrimination on the basis of all grounds protected by applicable human rights legislation. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.

In order to travel by air or access federal property, federal law requires individuals have a REAL ID or an acceptable alternative. This position may require the successful candidate to travel by air for business reasons or service federal property. Accordingly, successful candidates must have, or be willing to obtain, a REAL ID or TSA-approved alternative.

Job Identification 2351737

Job Category Account Management

Posting Date 08/05/2026, 03:28 PM

Job Schedule Full time

Locations 2550 W UNION HILLS DR, PHOENIX, AZ, 85027, US (Hybrid)