Key Account Specialist - Centralia, Mo

Job OverviewDedicated resource that will partner with the Key Account Sales Representative and serve as the liaison between the Key Customer Account (s) and HPS. Provide technical support and back up to field sales and Key Account on product needs. The incumbent will transact, monitor, manage and maximize all service aspects of the relationship.A Day In The LifeManage all aspects of the HPS / Key Account relationship as it relates to all business transactions from material specifications, within the quote to cash process. Present the company in the most professional manner by identifying and eliminating sources of errors and / or confusion.Organize pre-bid information and communications (antecedents, pricing details, and competition).Enter all customer quotes. Provide recommendation to Pricing, Business Unit, Territory Manager and Regional VP on application of products, pricing strategy and commercial risk for all quotations for their Key Account.Enter all customer orders and insure they are in compliance with the Key Account agreement and company guidelines. Follow through on all order fulfillment / service issues to make sure HPS is adhering to the letter and intent of the Key Account agreement.Promote materials management initiatives in support of the relationship goals identified by HPS and Key Account. This includes responsibility for minimizing company exposure to any and all penalty clauses.Develop a close cooperative relation with the Key Account Sales Representatives and support efforts by the Sales Representatives to develop the account. Keep Sales Representative informed regarding all important quotations, significant purchase orders, returned goods requests and any other important transactions.Identify and track materials to add to the specification as well as the contract with the Key Account(s).Interface with Key Account, Territory Manager and Business Unit to help promote new HPS product offerings, based on the need of the account.Provide assistance and training to Key Account customer (s) regarding the use of all electronic commerce initiatives.Research, track, prepare and present all commercial and logistic Key Performance Indicators required to support the needs of the Key Account (s).Responsible for accuracy and professionalism of all documents related to the Key Account agreement. This includes reports, quotes, orders, invoices etc.What will help you thrive in this role?BA/BS in Business or Marketing related fields preferred.2-4 years customer service experience and/or account management preferred.Excellent communication skills. Proficient in all Microsoft Office applications.LEVEL OF DECISION MAKING:Evaluates customer needs in an effort to grow the business relationship.Capable of making mid-level decisions in an effort to provide superior service to the Key Account.Identifies appropriate time to engage additional resources to meet the service needs of the Key account.Hubbell IncorporatedHubbell creates critical infrastructure solutions that power our customers, communities, people and the planet. Our company is strategically aligned around enabling grid modernization and electrification. As more products plug in to an aging grid, Hubbell solutions enable the transition to a more reliable, resilient and efficient energy infrastructure. Founded in 1888 our innovation has made us a leading global manufacturer of high quality electrical and utility solutions enabling customers to operate critical infrastructure reliably and efficiently.The company operates in two segments. Hubbell Utility Solutions (HUS) enable the grid to conduct, communicate and control energy across utility applications and Hubbell Electrical Solutions (HES) are essential to managing power across a wide range of industries and applications. Our vertical market solutions can be applied to markets including Data Centers, Renewables, Commercial Buildings, Industrial, Telecom and Transportation. Supporting both of our business segments is our corporate and Hubbell Unified Business Solutions teams that provide consistent process, tools technologies across our businesses.We are committed to operating sustainably and ethically while promoting an inclusive and supportive culture for our people to grow and develop in their careers. Our employees proudly work and serve our communities from our headquarters in Shelton, CT, across the United States and around the globe.Hubbell Utility Solutions Hubbell Utility Solutions (HUS) enable the grid to conduct, communicate and control energy across utility applications. HUS provides the critical components that allow the grid to reliably transmit and distribute energy, as well as the communications and controls technologies to make the grid smarter and more flexible.Hubbell Incorporated, its subsidiaries and affiliates, is an EO Employer AA: M/F/Veteran/Disability. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or any other protected class.The above summary of position responsibilities and requirements is not intended, and should not be construed, to be an exhaustive list of duties, skills, efforts, physical requirements, or working conditions associated with the position. It is intended to be an accurate reflection of those principal position elements essential for making decisions related to position performance, employee development, and compensation.