Account Manager - Utilities

Job description

Account Manager - Utilities Status: Regular, Full time Location: Edmonton, Alberta

Job Description Reports to: Branch Manager

We are looking for an Account Manager who enjoys a fast paced environment with a desire to improve themselves and advance within the company. The incumbent will be a team player who demonstrates initiative and a positive professional attitude and manner.

TASKS / RESPONSIBILITIES:

- Contacts current and prospective clients to identify their need for existing and/or new products

- Responds to and processes incoming calls and orders

- Opens new accounts and maintains existing customer base

- Makes proactive outbound calls.

- Maintains knowledge base on current products and learns about new products

- Provides pricing quotations and follows-up on quotes

- Provides basic technical support on products

- Builds strong relationships for repeat opportunities

- Ability to liaise with suppliers on project and non-stocking product opportunities

REQUIREMENTS:

- Post-Secondary education

- Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Outlook and Excel

- Previous Sales/Inside Sales experience in the Canadian Electrical Industry is required

- Superior interpersonal and communication skills

- Ability to develop long-term client relationship

- A highly professional approach to business

- Exceptional organization skills, ability to multitask and a keen eye for detail

- Technically proficient to quickly learn and understand products

- Ability to develop quotations & project bid packaging / pricing / presentations

- Knowledge of electrical industry would be an asset

- Willingness to work overtime as needed and a sense of team spirit

What’s in it for you We are a major player, involved in the energy transformation in Canada. Our dynamic work environment promotes autonomy and decision making and offers great career opportunities.

What sets us apart is our:

- Annual profit-sharing offered to all in addition to our competitive compensation: rewarding accomplishments is part of our culture.

- A strong national network offering real opportunities to grow: our people make the difference.

Among our benefits:

- Flexible group insurance plan customizable to your needs.

- Free health resources available 24/7: Telemedicine and Employee Assistance Program (EAP).

- Group RRSP with employer contribution and TFSA.

- Postsecondary Scholarship Program for our employee’s children.

- Charging terminals available at our facilities.

- Years of Service Recognition Program.

Come build your career with us, a growing network where our people make it happen!

Our recruitment process ensures equality and diversity. Please note that only successful candidates will be contacted.