Corporate Account Manager - Heavy Manufactuing

Job Overview

As a Corporate Account Manager (CAM) – Heavy Manufacturing at ITW Welding, you will play a key role in driving profitable growth and expanding market share across our portfolio of industry‑leading welding products and brands. You’ll partner with national end‑user accounts and distributor partners to deliver innovative solutions, strengthen relationships, and position ITW Welding as the preferred supplier across assigned regions and national accounts.

• Strategic Account Management:
  • Execute ITW Welding’s key account management process to drive corporate preference for ITW solutions and ensure local execution by regional/international teams and channel partners.
  • Develop and execute plant‑by‑plant growth strategies in collaboration with District Managers and Industrial Specialists, including pricing and sourcing strategies.
  • Align ITW’s value propositions with customer needs and opportunities while understanding how customers define value and success.
  • Stay ahead of competitive tactics, potential threats and distributor needs to protect and grow ITW’s market position.
• Corporate Account Growth:
  • Drive sales revenue, addressable spend and end‑user engagement through consistent application of key account management processes, tools and metrics.
  • Identify and prioritize new opportunities by understanding corporate account culture, key decision‑makers and growth levers.
  • Build credibility and develop relationships with senior‑level customer stakeholders—including sourcing and operations leaders—to position ITW as a strategic partner for welding solutions.
  • Lead value stream mapping, quarterly business reviews, and contract/pricing strategy initiatives to deliver sustainable account growth.
  • Conduct voice‑of‑the‑customer research to uncover new segment opportunities.
• Divisional Alignment:
  • Ensure divisional visibility and alignment for national accounts based on market potential.
  • Leverage cross‑functional ITW resources—Sales, Marketing, R&D and Product Management—to deepen engagement and deliver tailored solutions.
  • Liaise with internal teams to identify innovation and product development opportunities aligned with customer‑needs.

• Strong executive presence and ability to influence decision‑makers at all levels.
• Highly motivated, results‑driven, able to work independently while collaborating across teams.
• Excel in complex account management, with a talent for identifying opportunities and developing actionable strategies.
• Comfortable navigating ambiguity and thrive within a matrix organization.
• Possess a consultative selling mindset and communicate ITW’s value across a range of solutions and industries.

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience required.
• Minimum of 5 years account management experience—preferably in industrial, construction, infrastructure or related hard‑goods industries.
• Demonstrated ability to analyze customer needs and develop strategic growth plans.
• Proven success building relationships and communicating at all organizational levels, with exceptional presentation skills.
• Working knowledge of welding industry dynamics or related industrial markets; familiarity with automation technologies is a plus.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and experience with CRM systems ( preferred).
• Overnight travel up to 50% required.
• Reasonable accommodations may be made for individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions.

• Apply strategic selling techniques and value‑based communication to align ITW solutions with customer priorities.
• Manage multiple complex accounts simultaneously, balancing tactical execution with long‑term strategic objectives.
• Use data, insights and feedback to inform decision‑making and drive continuous improvement.
• Demonstrate strong planning, organization, negotiation skills with attention to detail and follow‑through.
• Adapt quickly to evolving priorities while maintaining focus on measurable results.

• Generous retirement benefits: 401(k) match plus additional retirement contribution.
• Paid time off – 11 paid holidays, 5 sick days and vacation time.
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