Account Manager

The account manager assists in the development of and is responsible for implementing a
service plan. The account manager develops the plan with the assistance of his/her
manager. Within the plan guidelines, the account manager is responsible for maintaining
existing business and meeting personal development goals. The account manager must
be able to function independently in a loose supervisory framework, cooperate with his
supervisor and maintain good oral and written communication between himself, the
customer and management.

• Customer contact as needed on an account-by-account basis. Set proper
  balance between on-site visiting, telephone calls, and written
  communication.
• Track chemical usage patterns through analyzing sales reports. Make
  certain chemical is being used according to plan and investigate any
  changes. Match field tank report to sales runs to validate purchases.
• Document all of the above with call reports submitted on a weekly basis
  with expense and mileage reports.
• Establish and maintain good personal relations with all customer
  personnel. Become familiar with change of command in each customer
  organization. You should become familiar with personnel from the top
  down.
• Sell the customer on our entire product line. Our diverse product offering
  is one of our strong points.
• Be aware of any expansion or acquisition plans by current customer(s).
  Also be aware of acquisition plans of your current customer(s) by a third
  party.
• Visit any site where chemical might be used in the area. Find out current
  usage and volume and name of the decision maker. Report this
  information on your call report form.

• The account manager is always under a responsibility to improve his
  performance in his present position and to qualify himself for
  advancement.
• Set up with your supervisor a plan which will improve your level of
  performance in your current position or help qualify you for advancement
  within the organization.
• Maintain good physical condition through a positive program of exercise
  and weight control. Avoid any use of controlled substances and overuse
  of alcohol and nicotine.

No special or minimum education is needed, but a bachelor’s degree of significant
progress towards it indicates the minimum educational and intelligence requirements of
the position. Good oral and written communication skills are necessary. GCC will
provide the necessary basic training to those candidates willing, able, and tenacious
enough to acquire it. Continuing education or training is part of the job.