Account Executive

Hydro Extrusions is a world-leading aluminium extrusion business counting around 100 production sites in 40 countries and employing 20,000 people. Through our unique combination of local expertise, global network, and unmatched R&D capabilities, we can offer everything from standards profiles to advanced development and manufacturing for most industries.  Since 1905, Hydro has turned natural resources into valuable products for people and businesses with focus on a safe and good workplace for our 30,000 employees in more than 140 locations.

What we offer you

• Medical, Rx, Dental, Disability, Life Insurance, Flexible Spending Accounts
• Retirement Savings Plans with Company Match/Contributions
• Education Assistance
• Bonus Plan Eligibility
• Parental Leave

Location: Remote

Pay Range: $111,132  - $152,101

Job Summary

The position in the upper Midwest US (focus on Wisconsin and Illinois) will have responsibility for growing market share through existing and new customers in non-automotive markets.  Assume an existing account base with focus on ring fencing business and growing market share with a core customer base. In addition, selected representative will have responsibility for developing new customers. Very strong concentration will be on selling the value-added services available for the aluminum extrusions we produce across out network, such as fabrication and finishing.  This position reports directly to the East Regional Sales Manager.

What you will be doing

• Conduct primary sales account interface, administration, and communication with customers – represent the company to the customer base.
• Develop customer relationships to enhance customer retention and market share growth.
• Conduct sales activities in a manner consistent with the company’s overall sales strategy and company values, and compliant with established company policies and procedures.
• Establish, maintain, and grow a new business pipeline to identify and develop new business opportunities within existing and new customers.
• Perform forecasting, analyses, reports, inquiries, and general intelligence efforts as required to develop, maintain, and utilize superior customer / market knowledge to enable implementation of sound sales approaches and actions.
• Work effectively with customer service and plant operations and planning personnel to resolve customer account issues and challenges.
• Prepare and maintain updates, highlights, special management reports etc. as required.
• Special projects and responsibilities defined by the Region Sales Manager and Commercial Leadership.

What will make you successful?

Required Education/Experience :

• Work Experience 5-10 years of experience in front-line sales account management experience.
• Education Related marketing or business degree or equivalent in education or experience.
• Technical knowledge, sound knowledge, experience and skills in pricing, negotiation and contracts are required.

Preferred Skills/Qualifications : 

• Functional Knowledge Experience in sales account management and building customer relationships.
• Functional knowledge and ability to utilize the Microsoft Suite, Teams, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook.
• People Management: Must be able to interface effectively with manufacturing and sales colleagues (within and out of region) to coordinate, develop, and land commercial sales opportunities.
• Able to travel 50+% of the time

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Equal opportunities

Hydro in North America is an Equal Opportunity Employer where all phases of employment are based strictly upon the qualifications of the individual as related to the work requirements of the position. This policy is applied without regard to race, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, veteran status, marital status or any other category protected by law. We strive to provide equal opportunities for all to contribute and succeed with us.

As part of our recruitment process, we may use job‑related assessments in selected roles. These tools help us better understand work‑related strengths and support a fair and consistent hiring process. Any assessment results are reviewed together with your experience, qualifications, and interviews, and are never used as the sole basis for hiring decisions.

If you need an accommodation in order to complete the application, please contact Hydro Recruiting via email at View email address on jobs.hydro.com