Account Manager - Portland

S&S Activewear is a leading North American, tech enabled specialty distributor of imprintable apparel, including t shirts, fleece, athletic wear, headwear, workwear, scrubs and accessories. We pride ourselves on being the “critical link” that enables our 100+ brand partners such as Adidas, Columbia and Gildan to reach our hyper fragmented base of customers, comprised of apparel decorators, eRetailers and promotional products distributors that embellish apparel items for diverse end consumer use cases (e.g., everyday wear, concerts, fitness attire, life events, team sports, etc.). At S&S, we differentiate in the market through a customer service focus, strategic product portfolio, world class distribution infrastructure, a collaborative growth culture and a relentless focus on technology and innovation. Our success has compounded since the Company’s humble beginnings in 1988 as a regional t shirt distributor to a leading, multibillion dollar value-added distribution platform that drives market penetration for our suppliers while enabling growth, operations and fulfillment for a diverse range of customers across channels and business sizes. Lead with Respect, Never Settle, Own the Outcome, Win Together, and the belief that Innovation Powers Our Hustle . These values guide how we serve, how we collaborate and how we continuously improve, ensuring we deliver on our promise of service, deep relationships, innovation, continuous improvement and accountability. ABOUT THE ROLE Account Managers serve as strategic partners to Outside Sales Representatives, fostering growth and development within an assigned regional portfolio of customers through sophisticated multi-channel engagement. They leverage their expertise in phone, email, and digital communications to build meaningful relationships with decision‑makers and business owners, while actively identifying and pursuing new revenue opportunities. The ideal candidate combines exceptional interpersonal and presentation skills with strong analytical capabilities, using data‑driven insights to uncover business development opportunities and drive strategic growth. As the primary point of contact for territory accounts, Account Managers maintain consistent customer engagement, skillfully converting Outside Sales Representative interactions into tangible business opportunities while independently driving routine sales growth. This role requires a dynamic professional who brings an optimistic mindset, unwavering commitment to customer success, and the ability to transform customer relationships into long‑term partnerships through proactive account management and dedicated follow‑through. SCHEDULE Monday‑Friday, Exempt, Full‑time Territory - Portland, OR Remote Available BENEFITS We offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your life, health, and future. Benefits begin 0–90 days after hire and include Vacation, Personal, and Sick time; Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, and Disability coverage; Flexible Spending Accounts; and a 401(k) plan. You’ll also enjoy discounts on brand‑name apparel, fun employee events, and meaningful opportunities for growth and advancement. Join a company that invests in you from day one. WHAT YOU WILL DO Maintains strategic account engagement through consistent outreach and structured follow‑up to Outside Sales activities, demonstrating excellence in call planning, analysis, presentation, and post‑meeting execution Builds comprehensive relationships across customer organizations, from ownership to sales, customer service, and merchandising teams, while developing a deep understanding of customer needs, buying patterns, and end‑user requirements Partners closely with Outside Sales to align with customer go‑to‑market strategies, including program management, merchandising schedules, and renewal processes Leverages internal and external resources effectively, including trade marketing, decoration services, EDI, pricing strategies, and custom website solutions to maximize sales opportunities Cultivates cross‑functional relationships throughout the organization to facilitate efficient communication and goal achievement Demonstrates exceptional administrative management through precise weekly reporting, calendar organization, sales funnel tracking, program administration, and CRM maintenance Provides swift, solution‑focused problem resolution with emphasis on rapid response times and professional conflict management Utilizes advanced merchandising expertise to highlight S&S Activewear's competitive advantages and drive upsell opportunities Delivers accurate, timely information to focused accounts regarding product details, inventory status, pricing, shipping updates, and company policies through multiple communication channels Create strategic pricing structures and quotations designed to drive sustained revenue growth Collaborate with Outside Sales to deliver comprehensive product solutions, including new merchandise information, samples, and marketing materials tailored to specific end‑user needs Excels in dynamic multitasking across various platforms, including phone communication, email management, internal coordination, and implementation of marketing and web‑based solutions WHAT WE’RE LOOKING FOR Bachelor's Degree preferred; minimum High School Diploma required Proven track record of professional sales/account management experience (1+ years), with promotional products and apparel industry experience highly valued Exceptional verbal and written communication abilities with demonstrated presentation skills Outstanding relationship‑building capabilities with a proven customer‑centric approach Advanced analytical mindset with demonstrated ability to identify growth opportunities through customer data analysis Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite applications with strong technical aptitude Physical Demands The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or listen. This job operates in a professional office environment. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets and fax machines. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable people with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Equal Opportunity Employer S&S Activewear welcomes people of all backgrounds and experiences and are committed to creating a diverse culture and supporting human growth. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing equal opportunity for all employees and applicants. We conduct business without regard to sex, race, creed, color, religion, marital status, national origin, citizenship status, age, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, disability, military status, status as a veteran, or any other protected characteristic. Our policy is to recruit, hire, train, promote, assign, transfer, and terminate employees based on their own ability, achievement, experience and conduct and other legitimate business reasons. S&S participates in E‑Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I‑9 information to confirm you are authorized to work in the U.S. This job offer is contingent upon the completion of a satisfactory background check. #J-18808-Ljbffr