Account Manager Summary
Account Manager job opening in the greater Detroit, Michigan area. A leading manufacturer of transmissions for the automobile industry is looking to fill a job opening for an Account Manager in the greater Detroit, Michigan area. This job will be an important addition to the company’s sales and customer satisfaction teams. JMJ Phillip’s automotive manufacturing recruiters are seeking self-starters eager for professional development to fill this job opening for an Account Manager in Detroit, Michigan. The company will provide an excellent compensation package including comprehensive benefits.
Detroit Account Manager Overview:
The Account Manager, to be based in the metro Detroit, MI area, will be primarily responsible for the identification and development of new customers and markets. This will include sales forecasting and planning as well as explanations of variances. The Detroit based Account Manager will also monitor customer sales and order levels and assess customer inventory along with company delivery times. An Important aspect of the Account Manager job is to assess customer satisfaction through surveys and customer scoring systems in order to provide feedback for areas of company improvement.
Detroit Account Manager Job Opening:
- The Account Manager will be responsible for the identification and development of new customers and markets to drive the company’s footprint and increase revenue.
- This Detroit, MI based job will act as a customer advocate to ensure customer needs are properly met in order to build a strong customer relationship.
- The Account Manager will engage in product management throughout the product lifespan from development to launch to ensure it meets customer needs and expectations.
- This job will also monitor customer orders, assess customer inventory to establish sales orders, lead time, and delivery performance.
- This role also participates in sales forecasting and planning for budgetary purposes.
Account Manager (Detroit Area) Job Requirements:
- This role requires a bachelor’s degree in business, accounting, marketing, or related field.
- Previous experience as an account manager (at least 10 years) is expected. Experience in original equipment service or aftermarket equipment is preferred.
- This job absolutely requires strong communication skills along with excellent analytical and negotiation skills.
- Prior knowledge of ERP systems and EDI is expected.
- Experience with Toyota Motor Sales is strongly preferred.