E-Tail Account Manager

Location: Deerfield, IL 60015Job Status: Full Time, EmployeeCareer Level: Experienced (Non-Manager)Category: Sales/Retail/Business DevelopmentCompany: United StationersContact: RecruiterAddress: 60015Reference Code: 16118.969576.800Career Opportunities at United Stationers An Exciting Company at the Heart of a Growing IndustryUnited Stationers believes that our 5500 associates across the U.S. are a critical part of our success. We are a company which places importance on treating people with dignity, and emphasizes the need for honesty and integrity in all business transactions. Additionally, we focus on delivering quality in everything that we do, and on continuously making improvements to our business. We offer our associates an environment where teamwork is encouraged and where they are given the opportunity USSCO is an Equal Opportunity Employer to grow and achieve their goals. And we offer our customers commitment to focus on their needs, which we do by constantly asking ourselves, "If I were the customer. . ."E-Tail Account Manager Job Description:POSITION OVERVIEWThe E-tail Account Manager is responsible sales and profitability within the e-tail channel on a national basis. The e-tail channel is dynamic and fast-paced with customers such as multi-channel retailers and pure play internet resellers. The position requires managing the implementation of new accounts, managing existing customers and developing strategies to grow our business. The ideal candidate will be able to provide thoughtful analysis and insight, display independent judgment in crafting business solutions, and work cross-functionally with internal groups, customers and suppliers to implement solutions.KEY RESPONSIBILITIES Support E-tail Channel Manager on existing and new account implementation Aggressively grow sales Develop strong partnerships within all functional areas of the customer and oversees the day to day account management Understand customer positioning and/or end consumer needs to develop sales opportunities Build project plan to implement recommendations and follow through to ensure timely completion of deliverables Work with all internal functional areas which includes; Channel Merchandising, Operations, Channel Sales & Customer Support, Inventory, Credit and Marketing Manage account profitability Develop, with Management, measurable performance objectives to achieve company and Channel Sales objectives Participates in industry events Travel required DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS Bachelor’s degree in Business and/or Sales/Marketing preferred but not required 5 years sales related experience preferred Excellent communication skills and ability to work effectively with others Strong presentation skills Strong time management & organization Strong analytical skills, including evaluation of sales/margin productivity and pricing Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications required.Click here to apply via the United Stationers Career Opportunity PortalMinimum Education Required: BachelorYears of Experience Required: More than 5 yearsExpected Travel Time: None