Sales Account Manager

Sales Account ManagerMeyer Distributing is looking for a Sales Account Manager to join our Arlington team. Meyer Distributing is a complete wholesale distributor: automotive, RV/towing, outdoor living, marine, and more. With 85+ locations across the country, Meyer services dealers nationwide. Meyer Logistics is a transportation company that serves as the backbone of Meyer Distributing's shipping network. Meyer Distributing & Logistics are driven to perform – come join our team today!The Inside Sales Representative is responsible for all inside sales functions including but not limited to inbound/outbound telephone calls and the processing of sales documents and represents Meyer and its interests with the highest regard to customer satisfaction in a professional manner.Preferred Experience for Sales Account Managers:Experience: Prior automotive parts knowledge and previous sales experience preferred.Open to entry-level candidates with strong customer service experience.Requirements for Inside Sales Representative:Must have excellent verbal and written communication and telephone skills.Must have ability to communicate on the phone 90 percent or more of shift.Must understand customer's current needs and anticipate future customer requirements.Must have ability to multi-task, prioritize and manage time effectively.Ability to give special attention to detail required.Ability to prioritize workload to meet deadlines.Planning/organizing and follow up skills —the individual prioritizes and plans work activities, uses time efficiently and develops realistic action plans and follows up to ensure compliance.This position requires extensive use of a computer. Experience with Microsoft Windows preferred.Excellent negotiating abilities.Must have strong organizational and problem-solving skills.Benefits for Sales Account Managers:MedicalVisionDentalDisabilityLife Insurance401K with Company MatchBi-weekly paydays on WednesdaysPaid HolidaysPaid VacationPersonal Days AvailableUp to 20% Employee DiscountCasual Dress CodeHealth Savings AccountIntroductory & Annual ReviewsOther Meyer Perks: Tuition Reimbursement, cell phone discounts, rental car discounts, etc.Sales Account Manager duties include but are not limited to:Handles a high volume of telephone calls per day, working with existing and new potential customers, taking orders and closing salesSources new sales opportunities through inbound lead follow-up and outbound cold callsProcesses all calls with efficiency and accuracy. Keeps digital notes of all telephone communications. Verifies orders before processing into computer systemEnsures that accounts are serviced and maintained in accordance with Company standardsRecognizes customers buying patterns and promotes possible new product linesContacts key accounts regularly. Routinely contacts prospects to continue to build sales and new customers. Develops and maintains professional relations with customersInvestigates and resolves all customer issues professionally and reasonably, resulting in conclusions that are acceptable for both Company and customerMeets or exceeds sales goalsStays current on product knowledge and trendsSome travel possible as directed by supervisorAll other duties as assigned