We, at H.B. Fuller embrace a shared set of beliefs and competencies that direct the way we operate and express our fundamental principles about how we will achieve success. We strive to hire talent that demonstrates our beliefs and our competencies.
Position Overview
The Account Manager position is expected to grow and retain HB Fuller’s market share and customer base in key market segments while achieving profit and sales targets. The Account Manager is expected to :
- Demonstrates an ability to communicate and influence at all levels;
- Technically competent and independently able to manage demonstrations and technical problem-solving;
- Focused on growth (larger opportunities), and optimizing price and profitability;
Primary Duties
Accountability for Results
Sales professional is accountable for delivering annual business results, aligned with business plan, sales, CM and volumeGrowth – focuses effort on delivering growth and maintains existing business to deliver planNegotiates pricing and margin (aligned with the business) using value selling and the flip pricing tool to capture the optimum price and margin for HB FullerCustomer Focused – Creating Value
Drive customer intimacy by delivering HB Fuller’s value proposition tailored to meet the needs of the customerPromote, quantify and expertly sell value, which differentiates HB Fuller in the market and adds value to our customersConsistently deliver value to our customers to realize customer loyalty and minimize erosionProvide insight to the customer through expert application of knowledge in the industry; anticipate current and future needs of the customer through deep understanding of the customer’s businessPromote and sell latest HB Fuller products and technology thereby enhancing our position in the market as an innovative leaderBegin to demonstrate the ability to teach the customer on current market trends and issues, and be a strategic partner to our customers on key issues such as raw material trendsDemonstrates Functional Excellence
Consistently manage activities to ensure all EHS requirements are followedLeverage all sales processes, including Salesforce.com, consistently apply the HB Fuller sales processIndependently technically support the customer for standard needs, including running a product demonstrationIdentify, develop and close new business opportunities and communicate forecasting needs to the businessIntimately know the territory / industry, including developing new business pipelineManage time by balancing effort between existing business and new business pipelineProvide timely monthly reports and all necessary internal / external communication, and collaboration with other stakeholdersUnderstands competitive landscape and how to position HB Fuller for advantageDemonstrates Business Acumen
Implement business pricing strategy based on business guidelines, expertly deliver price increases thereby enabling prices to stickPromote HB Fuller products and technologies to optimize profitabilityAllocate own resources in a planned and consistent way with the business strategyManage impact on profitability from terms and conditions, supply chain, days outstanding and other aspectsManage T&E expenses to budget3 - 5 years college degree in Chemical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Polymer Engineering, Material Science Engineering, Marketing or any related field.2 - 3 years of relevant sales experience related to industry and B2B.Fresh graduates are also encouraged to apply.Passionate in industry sales, customer-facing and possess the motivation and entrepreneurial spirit to drive change with innovation.Communication and influence management skills - must have the ability / confidence to sell the value of his ideas to internal and external parties.Relationship building skills.Must have a valid driving license and ability to travel within the territory / region assigned.Willing to relocate or remote as neededJob Details
Seniority level : Entry levelEmployment type : Full-timeJob function : Sales, Customer Service, and Business DevelopmentIndustries : Chemical Manufacturing, Manufacturing, and Chemical Raw Materials Manufacturing#J-18808-Ljbffr