Construction Account Manager

At Crescent Electric, we are committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace. We encourage individuals of all backgrounds to apply for the position of Construction Account Manager. As a Construction Account Manager at Crescent Electric, you will create and maintain solid, long‑term business relationships with customers on behalf of Crescent Electric. In this role, you will be responsible for reaching sales and gross margin goals, which includes prospecting and soliciting orders within the guidelines established by management, identifying customer needs, and proposing solutions and appropriate products and services to meet those needs. Primary Duties Complete a business plan for assigned accounts in Crescent’s CRM tool. Develop a sustainable sales/profit volume in assigned territory. Regularly make in‑person sales calls to prospective customers and current customer establishments. Introduce and demonstrate new products. Assist industrial customers by pricing bills of material. Utilize a conservative sales approach to sell products and services, offer add‑on and up‑sell products that may benefit the industrial customer, and suggest alternative products when a customer‑requested product is not available. Cultivate and maintain solid, long‑term relationships with construction customers and suppliers. Assist and resolve customer requests and/or problems in a prompt and professional manner. Keep construction customers informed about all relevant company and vendor policies. Communicate competitive conditions, observed customer financial weakness, and customer feedback to management. Cooperate with suppliers to secure mutual business through joint sales calls. Execute sales effort in an ethical and professional manner that will reflect favorably on the reputation of both the salesperson and the company. Qualifications Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited institution; 4 years of related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience. Previous knowledge of wholesale electrical distribution industry and previous construction sales experience. Valid Driver’s License with the ability to travel up to 25% of the time with overnight stays. Comprehensive computer skills (Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook). Product knowledge. Ability to work quickly and accurately under time constraints and against deadlines. Interpersonal and organizational skills, self‑starter, detail oriented, and ability to communicate (verbal and written). Physical Demands Often standing, walking, bending, reaching, climbing, and stooping. Occasional sitting, talking/hearing. The use of hands/fingers is often needed. Occasional reaching, twisting, bending or kneeling. Use of technology (phone, computer, printer, keyboard). Continuous lifting and carrying 1–20lbs. Frequent lifting and carrying 21–50lbs. Occasional lifting and carrying 51–100lbs. Assistance of a buddy‑lift or mechanical device is advised. Vision requirements for driving equipment and company vehicles include: close vision (clear vision at 20inches or less), distance vision (clear vision at 20feet or more), peripheral vision (ability to observe an area that can be seen up and down or to the left and right while eyes are fixed on a given point), depth perception (three‑dimensional vision, ability to judge distances and spatial relationships). Some travel to Eastern Arizona will be required for this role. Benefits Eligibility for health, dental, vision coverage, 401(k) plan, and flexible spending accounts, subject to plan terms. Eligibility for company‑paid benefits such as life insurance, short‑term disability, long‑term care, and Employee Assistance Program, subject to applicable waiting periods. Excused Absence time off and Paid Time Off (PTO). Company‑paid holidays. Other benefits may include supplemental life insurance, hospital indemnity, and accident and critical illness benefits with cancer coverage. Employees are eligible for health, dental, vision, and life insurance benefits on the first of the month following 30days of employment. Employees who are 21years of age or older will be automatically enrolled in the company’s 401(k) plan once they achieve 90days of employment. EEO Statement Crescent Electric Supply Company is proudly an Equal Opportunity Employer. Crescent Electric does not discriminate on the basis of age, color, race, national origin, gender, religion, marital status, disability, veteran, military status, sexual identity or expression, sexual orientation, or any other basis prohibited by local, state, or federal law. Veterans and military spouses are highly encouraged to apply. We recognize and value the unique strengths of the military community in supporting our mission to serve those who have served. #J-18808-Ljbffr Crescent Electric Supply Company