Job Description

ACCOUNT MANAGER

We are currently looking for an Account Manager to join our team at Guardian (an Apex Water and Process Inc. company) and be responsible for sales and service activities at various accounts in Boston, MA, and the surrounding area! This is a full-time, salaried, exempt position with the opportunity to earn commission, offering a complete benefits package, including a company vehicle, competitive PTO, 401K with a company match, health, dental, vision, disability and life insurance. New, full-time employees are eligible for benefits within 31 days or less! If you are a motivated individual with experience in technical sales and service who is looking to make a change for the better, apply today and take the first step in working for a company where your contributions and career development truly matter!

JOB SUMMARY:
The primary function of the Account Manager will be to maintain and expand the Company's business base by maximizing the profitability of assigned customer accounts and also help the company grow by soliciting new business! The Account Manager will use their sales expertise and technical knowledge about the water treatment industry to recommend and apply basic water treatment applications and solutions, as well as communicate program results to the Company's regional managers and customers.

JOB DUTIES:

Manage existing customer base and grow territory with the help of the leadership team
Deliver value to customer base by conducting routine service and business reviews, as clear and consistent communication with customers is a key component of the Company's culture
Project professional image of the Company through a positive and helpful attitude at all times
Follow all legal and safety regulations, as well as procedures set forth by the Company and its customers
Work onsite at customer locations to provide routine, day-to-day service to determine water treatment program is operating within optimal ranges
Maintain professional and technical knowledge in order to provide sound water treatment recommendations to customers
Be a team player and mentor to the team
Continuously strive for professional improvement by taking advantage of Company's continuous online trainings and mentorship opportunities
Local travel is expected and ongoing, including approximately 5-10 % of travel outside of assigned region
Other duties as assigned

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

High school diploma or equivalent
3 years of experience in technical sales and service in industrial water treatment or specialty chemicals industry
Working knowledge of cooling tower systems, steam generation, and chilled/hot/process water closed-loop systems
Knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint and ability to learn internal business systems
Strong verbal and written communication skills
Mechanical/technical aptitude
Ability to understand and learn technical properties and functionality of product portfolio
Ability to work independently and without supervision; effectively plan, organize and execute activities
Hold valid driver's license and abide by company standards for operating motor vehicle
Be able to physically provide service at customer facilities within a wide range of environments
Must be willing and able to be away from home for overnight travel 2-4 nights/month

PREFERRED REQUIREMENTS:

Bachelor's degree in Chemistry or Chemical Engineering
3+ years of experience in technical sales and service in industrial water treatment or specialty chemicals industry
Proven history of achieving and exceeding sales goals consistently

ABOUT APEX WATER AND PROCESS INC.
Apex Water and Process Inc. (www.TeamApex.com) is a comprehensive provider of water and process solutions, as well as fabrication and industrial controls, for industrial and agricultural markets with enterprise-level partnership and customer service. As a vertically-integrated parent company to six outstanding regional brands, Apex is uniquely positioned to meet all our clients' fabrication, chemical, equipment, engineering and service needs efficiently and effectively. We are a fast-growing, dynamic company with a strong, supportive culture that offers many opportunities for career development and advancement, and we are always looking for passionate, dedicated individuals to join our team to help us continue to strive for excellence as we provide valuable, innovative solutions for our customers!
We strive to connect with our customers by living our values:

Safety - We believe nothing is more important than our safety and the safety of those around us.
Integrity - We do the right thing even when no one is looking.
Excellence - We are committed to being the best at what we do.
Caring - We care about our customers, each other, and the world we live in.
Humility - We recognize the value of other ideas and the growth potential of oneself.

An offer of employment at Guardian is subject to a pre-employment background check, physical and drug screen.

Guardian is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state, or local protected class.

Job Type: Full-time

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