Government Sales Account Manager Job in Northbrook 60062, Illinois US
Government Sales Account Manager Job Description: This position exists for the purpose of increasing sales by managing institutional accounts and responding to and closing government, law enforcement, and/or high volume business opportunities.
The Government Sales Account Manager acts as an instrument in assisting the company with catering to government needs by being a best value purveyor of various products offered by the company.
This individual also promotes the company within the government sector to gain and steadily increase additional market share.
In addition, the Government Sales Account Manager guards the company from potential liability by complying with federal, state, and local regulations and export control restrictions, as well as company rules.
Travel requirements are < 5%.
Primary Responsibilities: Respond accurately and in a timely manner to incoming RFQs from prospective and existing customers that include all levels of Government (Federal, State, County and Municipal).
This will include agencies and institutions such as the military, law enforcement, colleges and universities, schools, fire and rescue etc. Manage direct military, law enforcement, contractor, and reseller accounts Make discount decisions to maximize sales and margin dollars Follow up on RFQs appropriately to increase business Work closely with manufacturers to ensure best possible pricing for volume sales opportunities Process and follow up on formal RFPs Qualify and identify needs of new customers Follow up in the post sales period to increase likelihood of future business.
Qualifications, Skills & Requirements: Experience selling to government agencies, US military, and or Law Enforcement agencies Experience in selling tactical and military-type products is highly desirable Excellent verbal and written communications skills Associates Degree is required, Bachelors Degree is preferred Experience with and demonstrated proficiency with MS Office applications (such as MS Word, MS Excel) and email programs High level of mathematical and business acumen Ability to effectively work without constant supervision Excellent attention to detail Ability to prioritize work flow Personal Characteristics: Candidates must be team players.
They must have a positive attitude and be able to perform duties without losing the ability to take initiative to improve team performance and customer satisfaction.
Company Info: OpticsPlanet, Inc is a leading internet retailer with a wide selection of products to educational, scientific, outdoor, military and consumer markets.
Northbrook, IL-based OpticsPlanet.com is an Authorized US Dealer or Distributor for high quality brand name products.
OpticsPlanet is a dynamic company known for its casual, team-oriented work environment that values initiative and enterprise.
We are consistently looking for talented and ambitious individuals to join our team.
We provide opportunities for career growth and advancement to employees at all levels.
In addition, OpticsPlanet offers an exclusive set of benefits to full time employees (including health insurance, flexible time off, and 401K) and competitive salaries.
OpticsPlanet is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Government Sales Account Manager Job in Northbrook 60062, Illinois US
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