Job Description

POSITION SUMMARY

This entry-level account manager role develops relationships as a trusted advisor with a portfolio of clients, connecting with key business executives and stakeholders.  The role configures, prices and quotes solutions for the customer while also bringing in other team members to find cross-selling opportunities.  After securing the order this role manages the order to meet all customer requirements to maximize profitability to the office and company.  As new company initiatives are created, this role is responsible in supporting and driving those initiatives in their territory.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Maintains a Sales Plan for each assigned account and works with management to find new clients and opportunities.  
• Sells Vertiv products and services to client representatives, such as engineers, architects, or other professional and technical personnel at commercial, industrial, and other establishments. 
• Collaborates with other Account Managers in the territory to offer the best possible customer experience to Vertiv customers.  
• Achieves or exceeds sales quota. 
• Maintains a pipeline in CRM with 3x quota level of personal sales activity.
• Develops relationships within our customer organizations. 
• Prepares and follows up on quotations.
• Provides general sales support to customers.
• Builds rapport with customers through regular in-field customer visits.
• Prepares customer submittals, from order entry to shipment.
• Other duties as assigned. 

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering or business-related degree (or equivalent combination of education/experience)
• 1+ years of successful sales experience.
• Ability to learn technical data and translate it to others.
• Proficient in executing tactical plans to win business.
• Coachable and willing to learn.
• Strong interpersonal skills a must – brings customer first mindset to internal and external interactions.
• Self-disciplined with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Strong organizational skills, detail oriented, and excellent problem-solving abilities.  
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Technical sales experience.

PHYSICAL & ENVIRONMENTAL DEMANDS

• Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk working on a computer.
• Frequent driving.

TIME TRAVEL REQUIRED

• 50%

The successful candidate will embrace Vertiv’s Core Principals & Behaviors to help execute our Strategic Priorities.  

OUR CORE PRINCIPALS:  Safety.  Integrity. Respect.  Teamwork.  Diversity & Inclusion.

OUR STRATEGIC PRIORITIES

• Customer Focus
• Operational Excellence
• High-Performance Culture
• Innovation
• Financial Strength

OUR BEHAVIORS

• Own It
• Act With Urgency
• Foster a Customer-First Mindset
• Think Big and Execute
• Lead by Example
• Drive Continuous Improvement
• Learn and Seek Out Development

At Vertiv, we offer the stability of a global leader in a growing industry and the opportunity of a startup. We design, manufacture and service the mission-critical infrastructure technologies for vital applications in data centers, communication networks and commercial and industrial environments. With $5 billion in sales, a strong customer base and global reach in nearly 70 countries, our move to establish a standalone business enables us to deliver greater value to our customers and create new opportunities for our people.

Vertiv is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. We promote equal opportunities for all with respect to hiring, terms of employment, mobility, training, compensation, and occupational health, without discrimination as to age, race, color, religion, creed, sex, pregnancy status (including childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity / expression (including transgender status or sexual stereotypes), genetic information, citizenship status, national origin, protected veteran status, political affiliation, or disability. If you have a disability and are having difficulty accessing or using this website to apply for a position, you can request help by sending an email to [email protected]. If you are interested in applying or learning more about this role, please visit the company’s career page located on Vertiv.com/Careers

Work Authorization

No calls or agencies please. Vertiv will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States. This is not a position for which sponsorship will be provided. Individuals with temporary visas such as E, F-1, H-1, H-2, L, B, J, or TN or who need sponsorship for work authorization now or in the future, are not eligible for hire.