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Graco ยท 1 day ago

Automotive Key Account Manager

Graco manufactures and markets premium equipment to move, measure, control, dispense and spray a wide variety of fluid and powder materials. The Key Account Manager will be responsible for driving profitable growth with key global accounts by identifying upsell and cross-sell opportunities, expanding product usage, and proposing new solutions.

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Comp. & Benefits

Responsibilities

Develop and maintain strong trust-based relationships with key clients at all organizational levels to ensure customer satisfaction and loyalty
Formulate strategic account plans tailored to each client, setting goals to maximize revenue, identify growth opportunities, and anticipate client needs
Actively engage with clients to understand their business objectives, aligning our solutions to support their goals
Facilitate regular check-ins and reviews with clients to discuss progress, address concerns, and explore potential areas for collaboration
Proactively drive revenue growth within key accounts by identifying upsell and cross-sell opportunities, expanding product usage, and proposing new solutions
Stay informed on industry trends, market conditions, and competitors to provide value-added insights and recommendations to clients
Develop customized proposals and value-added service options that align with client needs and demonstrate clear ROI
Monitor and analyze sales data and account performance to identify potential growth areas and adjust strategies to meet targets
Collaborate closely with internal teams such as sales, marketing, product development, and customer service to fulfill client requirements and deliver positive customer experience
Coordinate with product management to customize offerings or suggest product enhancements that better align with client needs
Act as the point of escalation for any issues, addressing concerns efficiently and working with relevant teams to resolve problems quickly
Track account metrics, prepare sales forecasts, and present regular reports to leadership on the status and growth potential of key accounts
Use data analytics to assess account performance, monitor KPIs, and refine strategies based on key metrics
Provide clients with regular performance reports, detailing account status, recent activity, and areas of focus
Maintain accurate and up-to-date records in CRM systems to support tracking and analysis of client interactions and outcomes

Qualification

Key account managementSales strategy developmentClient relationship managementData analyticsCRM systemsAnalytical skillsCustomer service principlesCommunication skillsPresentation skillsCollaboration skillsProblem-solving skillsOrganizational skills

Required

Bachelor's degree in business, Marketing, or a related field
5+ years of sales experience with 3+ years of key account experience
Ability to assist in developing and implementing account strategies and sales plans
Fundamental understanding of sales growth and customer service principles, with a focus on building client relationships
Good communication, presentation, and analytical skills; familiarity with digital tools and CRM systems
Ability to work well with individuals at various organizational levels
Ability to travel approximately 20%-30%

Preferred

Global industrial manufacturing experience and knowledge
MBA or Master's degree preferred

Benefits

Medical
Dental
Stock purchase plan
401(k)
Tuition reimbursement
And more

Company

Graco is a provider of premium pumps and spray equipment for fluid handling in the construction.

Funding

Current Stage
Public Company
Total Funding
unknown
1978-01-13IPO

Leadership Team

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Mark Sheahan
Chief Executive Officer
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Kathryn Schoenrock
Executive Vice President and Chief Technology Officer
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