Account Representative I

SUMMARY

The Account Representative drives sales, identifies, and generates opportunities for various types of customers. This role fosters customer satisfaction by maintaining customer contact and managing customer expectations. The Account Representative provides education of Motion Industries products through technical presentations.

Increases revenue and profitability through generation of new business and further development of existing accounts. Generates new leads by networking, cold calling, researching various directories and internet sites. Routinely interacts face‑to‑face with customers to foster strong relationships and maintains satisfaction. Understands complex requirements from customers for preparation of customized quoting. Delivers effective sales presentations and ensures technical requirements are met. Assists with on‑site troubleshooting of customers' concerns.

Works with and coordinates vendor resources to build relationships and support sales. Performs other duties as assigned.

Typically requires a high school diploma or GED. Typically requires industry and sales experience.

• Knowledge of industrial products: power transmission, hydraulic, pneumatic, and industrial products.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• A proficient understanding of key sales principles and best practices.
• Ability to influence customers, while maintaining healthy relationships.
• Ability to take initiative and work with limited direction.
• Ability to multitask and manage time well.
• Ability to use Microsoft Office.

May be required to be on‑call nights or weekends, depending on need.

Motion Industries offers an excellent benefits package which includes options for healthcare coverage, 401(k), tuition reimbursement, vacation, sick, and holiday pay.

• Options for healthcare coverage
• 401(k)
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vacation
• Sick
• Holiday pay

GPC conducts its business without regard to sex, race, creed, color, religion, marital status, national origin, citizenship status, age, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, disability, military status, status as a veteran, or any other protected characteristic. GPC's policy is to recruit, hire, train, promote, assign, transfer and terminate employees based on their own ability, achievement, experience and conduct and other legitimate business reasons.

Since 1928, GPC has set the standards for performance and value for our customers and our stakeholders. Today, we’re proud to say we’re the largest global auto parts network and a leading industrial parts distributor, one that offers rewarding careers that combine small company feel with a global scale. Our strengths are in the relationships we build and the value we deliver by merging local expertise with a global force.