Key Account Manager, Southeast

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color: rgba(0, 0, 0, 0.87); font-family: InterVariable, Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif;">The Key Account Manager, Southeast is responsible for managing and growing relationships with Applied’s most strategic and complex customers.</div> <div style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; color: rgba(0, 0, 0, 0.87); font-family: InterVariable, Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif;"> </div> <div style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; color: rgba(0, 0, 0, 0.87); font-family: InterVariable, Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif;">This role owns enterprise-level and multi-site customer engagement and is accountable for driving revenue growth, expanding customer relationships, and delivering long-term value.</div> <div style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; color: rgba(0, 0, 0, 0.87); font-family: InterVariable, Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif;"> </div> <div style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; color: rgba(0, 0, 0, 0.87); font-family: InterVariable, Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif;">The Key Account Manager serves as the primary commercial leader for assigned strategic accounts, working cross-functionally to align customer objectives with Applied’s full portfolio of products, services, and solutions. </div> <div style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; color: rgba(0, 0, 0, 0.87); font-family: InterVariable, Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif;"> </div> <div style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; color: rgba(0, 0, 0, 0.87); font-family: InterVariable, Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif;">This is a remote role, but you must live in the Southeast to be considered for this role.</div> <div style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; color: rgba(0, 0, 0, 0.87); font-family: InterVariable, Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif;"> </div> <div style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; color: rgba(0, 0, 0, 0.87); font-family: InterVariable, Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif;"><b style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent;"><u style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent;">Key Responsibilities:</u></b></div> <ul style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; margin-top: 1em; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 0px; list-style-position: initial; list-style-image: initial; color: rgba(0, 0, 0, 0.87); font-family: InterVariable, Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif;"> <li style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; line-height: 20px;">Serve as the primary point of contact for assigned strategic and multi-site customers.</li> <li style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; line-height: 20px;">Develop and execute comprehensive account strategies aligned with customer goals and company growth objectives.</li> <li style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; line-height: 20px;">Build strong relationships with customer stakeholders at both plant and corporate levels.</li> <li style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; line-height: 20px;">Drive revenue growth by expanding product, service, and solution adoption within existing customers.</li> <li style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; line-height: 20px;">Identify opportunities to add new locations, applications, or service offerings.</li> <li style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; line-height: 20px;">Build and execute multi-year account growth plans focused on long-term partnerships.</li> <li style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; line-height: 20px;">Lead RFP, RFQ, and contract activities for assigned accounts.</li> <li style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; line-height: 20px;">Partner with internal teams to develop competitive pricing and value propositions.</li> <li style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; line-height: 20px;">Oversee contract execution, renewals, and expansion opportunities.</li> <li style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; line-height: 20px;">Coordinate efforts across sales, technical, service, and supplier teams to ensure consistent execution.</li> <li style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; line-height: 20px;">Align field resources to deliver on customer commitments.</li> <li style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; line-height: 20px;">Lead regular business reviews to communicate performance, value delivered, and future opportunities Support and adhere to all safety procedures and complete all required safety training.</li> <li style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; line-height: 20px;">Identify and support improvement opportunities for processes to support company objectives and customer expectations.</li> </ul> <div style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; color: rgba(0, 0, 0, 0.87); font-family: InterVariable, Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif;"> </div> <div style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; color: rgba(0, 0, 0, 0.87); font-family: InterVariable, Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif;"><b style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent;"><u style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent;">You Are Ideal for This Role If You:</u></b></div> <ul style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; margin-top: 1em; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 0px; list-style-position: initial; list-style-image: initial; color: rgba(0, 0, 0, 0.87); font-family: InterVariable, Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif;"> <li style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; line-height: 20px;">Have a passion for Sales.</li> <li style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; line-height: 20px;">Are a self-starter.</li> <li style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; line-height: 20px;">Have strong planning and organization skills.</li> <li style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; line-height: 20px;">Are a team-player.</li> <li style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; line-height: 20px;">Have the willingness to learn and are personally driven to succeed.</li> </ul> <div style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; color: rgba(0, 0, 0, 0.87); font-family: InterVariable, Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif;"> </div> <div style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; color: rgba(0, 0, 0, 0.87); font-family: InterVariable, Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif;"><b style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent;"><u style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent;">Physical Requirements:</u></b></div> <ul style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; margin-top: 1em; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 0px; list-style-position: initial; list-style-image: initial; color: rgba(0, 0, 0, 0.87); font-family: InterVariable, Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif;"> <li style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; line-height: 20px;">Must be able to remain in a stationary position.</li> <li style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; line-height: 20px;">Constantly operates a computer and other office productivity machinery.</li> <li style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; line-height: 20px;">Able to communicate information and ideas so others will understand.</li> </ul> <div style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; color: rgba(0, 0, 0, 0.87); font-family: InterVariable, Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif;"> </div> <div style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; color: rgba(0, 0, 0, 0.87); font-family: InterVariable, Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif;"><b style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent;"><u style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent;">Experience and Qualifications:</u></b></div> <ul style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; margin-top: 1em; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 0px; list-style-position: initial; list-style-image: initial; color: rgba(0, 0, 0, 0.87); font-family: InterVariable, Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif;"> <li style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; line-height: 20px;">Associate’s Degree required, Bachelor’s Degree preferred.</li> <li style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; line-height: 20px;">Minimum of 8 years of sales experience required.</li> <li style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; line-height: 20px;">Minimum of 3 years of Key Account Management experience in an Industrial setting required.</li> <li style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; line-height: 20px;">Proven experience managing and growing complex or multi-site customer accounts.</li> <li style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; line-height: 20px;">Strong background in strategic account management, sales, or business development.</li> <li style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; line-height: 20px;">Experience leading RFPs, contract negotiations, and customer growth initiatives.</li> <li style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; line-height: 20px;">Ability to work cross-functionally and influence without direct authority. </li> <li style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; line-height: 20px;">You must have a growth-oriented mindset with strong business acumen, and excellent communication, presentation, and relationship-building skills.</li> <li style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; line-height: 20px;">We are looking for a strategic thinker with the ability to turn opportunities into execution.</li> <li style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; line-height: 20px;">You must be self-motivated, organized, and comfortable owning outcomes.</li> </ul> <div style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; color: rgba(0, 0, 0, 0.87); font-family: InterVariable, Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif;"> </div> <div style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; color: rgba(0, 0, 0, 0.87); font-family: InterVariable, Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif;"><b style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent;"><u style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent;">Why Work for Us:</u></b></div> <ul style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; margin-top: 1em; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 0px; list-style-position: initial; list-style-image: initial; color: rgba(0, 0, 0, 0.87); font-family: InterVariable, Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif;"> <li style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; line-height: 20px;">Medical, Dental and Vision Benefits</li> <li style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; line-height: 20px;">401k Match</li> <li style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; line-height: 20px;">Flexible and Team-Oriented work environment</li> <li style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; line-height: 20px;">Generous PTO policy</li> <li style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; line-height: 20px;">Tuition Reimbursement</li> <li style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; line-height: 20px;">Employee Assistance Program</li> <li style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; line-height: 20px;">Career and talent development opportunities as well as opportunities for personal growth</li> </ul> <div style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; color: rgba(0, 0, 0, 0.87); font-family: InterVariable, Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif;"> </div> <div style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; color: rgba(0, 0, 0, 0.87); font-family: InterVariable, Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif;"><b style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent;">Leading with Integrity, Collaboration, and Passion</b></div> <div style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; color: rgba(0, 0, 0, 0.87); font-family: InterVariable, Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif;">In today’s dynamic business landscape, these core values serve as the compass guiding our actions and decisions. Whether it’s demonstrating leadership, fostering collaboration, igniting passion, upholding integrity, or maintaining a relentless customer focus, these principles shape our mission, vison and values, and drive our commitment to excellence.</div> <div style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; color: rgba(0, 0, 0, 0.87); font-family: InterVariable, Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif;"> </div> <div style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; color: rgba(0, 0, 0, 0.87); font-family: InterVariable, Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif;"><b style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent;"><u style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent;">Our Core Values:</u></b></div> <div style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; color: rgba(0, 0, 0, 0.87); font-family: InterVariable, Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif;"> </div> <div style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; color: rgba(0, 0, 0, 0.87); font-family: InterVariable, Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif;"><b style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent;">Leadership</b></div> <div style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; color: rgba(0, 0, 0, 0.87); font-family: InterVariable, Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif;">We are the leaders we wish to follow at work and in our communities.</div> <div style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; color: rgba(0, 0, 0, 0.87); font-family: InterVariable, Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif;"> </div> <div style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; color: rgba(0, 0, 0, 0.87); font-family: InterVariable, Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif;"><b style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent;">Collaborative</b></div> <div style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; color: rgba(0, 0, 0, 0.87); font-family: InterVariable, Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif;">One team delivering exceptional value and service.</div> <div style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; color: rgba(0, 0, 0, 0.87); font-family: InterVariable, Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif;"> </div> <div style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; color: rgba(0, 0, 0, 0.87); font-family: InterVariable, Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif;"><b style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent;">Passion</b></div> <div style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; color: rgba(0, 0, 0, 0.87); font-family: InterVariable, Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif;">We enthusiastically pursue excellence.</div> <div style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; color: rgba(0, 0, 0, 0.87); font-family: InterVariable, Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif;"> </div> <div style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; color: rgba(0, 0, 0, 0.87); font-family: InterVariable, Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif;"><b style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent;">Integrity</b></div> <div style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; color: rgba(0, 0, 0, 0.87); font-family: InterVariable, Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif;">We choose to be ethical and trustworthy.</div> <div style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; color: rgba(0, 0, 0, 0.87); font-family: InterVariable, Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif;"> </div> <div style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; color: rgba(0, 0, 0, 0.87); font-family: InterVariable, Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif;"><b style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent;">Relentless Customer Focus</b></div> <div style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; color: rgba(0, 0, 0, 0.87); font-family: InterVariable, Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif;">Our customers are at the heart of everything we do.</div> <div style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; color: rgba(0, 0, 0, 0.87); font-family: InterVariable, Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif;">  </div> <div style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; color: rgba(0, 0, 0, 0.87); font-family: InterVariable, Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif;"> </div> <div style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; color: rgba(0, 0, 0, 0.87); font-family: InterVariable, Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif;"><b style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent;">The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Typical work is in a climate-controlled environment requiring regular use of computer and electronic equipment.</b></div> <div style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; color: rgba(0, 0, 0, 0.87); font-family: InterVariable, Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif;"> </div> <div style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; color: rgba(0, 0, 0, 0.87); font-family: InterVariable, Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif;"><b style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent;">We are an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or protected vet</b></div> <div style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; color: rgba(0, 0, 0, 0.87); font-family: InterVariable, Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif;"> </div> </div><br>

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