Account Manager

Greif is a global leader in performance packaging located in 40 countries. The company delivers trusted innovative and tailored solutions that support some of the worlds most in demand and fastest-growing industries.

With a commitment to legendary customer service operational excellence and global sustainability Greif packages lifes essentials - and creates lasting value for its colleagues customers and other stakeholders.

Learn more about the companys Customized Polymer Sustainable Fiber Durable Metal and Integrated Solutions at and follow Greif on Instagram and LinkedIn.

OUR VISION:

Being the customer service company in the world.

OUR PURPOSE:

Creating packaging solutions for lifes essentials.

Job Requisition #:

Job Description:

Responsible for selling products and services to existing customers and prospective clients. Maintains existing business and assists sales and/or marketing management to achieve new sales. Responsible for the creation and solicitation of price quotes. Executes re-pricing actions for underperforming accounts when necessary. Industrial packaging experience is a plus.

We are seeking the following:

• A true Road Warriorcomfortable with frequent local and overnight travel to engage clients in the assigned northeast territories.
• A hunter mindsetproactive in seeking out and securing new business
• Proven track record of success in business development or sales
• Strong negotiation and communication skills
• Ability to work independently and deliver results

Key Responsibilities

• Own a defined territory; deliver revenue volume and margin targets through disciplined opportunity management.
• Develop and execute account plans for top accounts; align stakeholders and set quarterly growth actions.
• Qualify propose and negotiate customer agreements; leverage pricing frameworks and value selling to expand margin.
• Forecast monthly and quarterly results with high accuracy; manage mix and capacity constraints proactively.
• Coordinate plant/site visits product trials and technical consultations to accelerate deal cycles.
• Collaborate with Inside Sales Customer Service and Supply Chain to drive flawless execution.
• Use CRM to manage pipeline health risk and coverage; ensure data completeness and timeliness.
• Monitor and address service or quality issues; escalate and drive corrective actions with cross-functional teams.
• Map buying centers and expand relationships beyond purchasing into operations and leadership.
• Champion safety and compliance in all customer engagements and internal activities.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Education & Experience

• Typically possesses a Bachelors degree (or equivalent)
• Typically requires 4-8 years of experience.

Knowledge & Skills

• Proficiency with CRM for pipeline forecasting and account management.
• Strong commercial acumen with demonstrated pricing and negotiation capability.
• Clear concise communication (written and verbal) with executive presence.
• Ability to analyze data to generate insights and action plans.
• Collaborative working style with cross-functional teams (Operations Supply Chain Finance Quality).
• Organized disciplined operating cadence; able to manage multiple priorities.
• Coaching and talent development; ability to build high-performance teams.
• Operating cadence leadership (1:1s deal reviews QBRs) and change management.

Total Target Compensation Range: The total target compensation range for this position including sales incentives is $137600 $220200. Typically a competitive range for new hires will fall between $155000 $175000. Offers for this position may vary based on market data and other factors such as job-related knowledge skills experience and geographic location. The position is eligible for participation in the companys sales compensation plan.

At Greif we believe that our colleagues are the center of our success. Our Total Rewards have a comprehensive focus on well-being and offer a competitive package that enables you to thrive be engaged and reach your full potential.

Benefits Statement:

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EEO Statement:

offer a competitive salary excellent benefits and opportunity for growth. Greif is an equal opportunity employer. We will not discriminate against any applicant or employee on the basis of sex race religion age national origin color disability veteran status or any other any other legally protected characteristic.

For more information read Greifs Equal Opportunity Policy.