The Automation Account Manager (AAM) plays a crucial role in maintaining and nurturing relationships with the automation clients of Madern. The AAM is responsible for order intake & margin of automation capex and services at existing and new accounts, accountable for proactively engaging and serving Madern’s installed base, identifying cross sell opportunities and reporting to Sales Manager-USA.
The tasks and responsibilities typically include :
- Client Relationship Management : Building and maintaining strong, long-term relationships with key clients by understanding their needs and ensuring client satisfaction, based on frequent client visits & calls.
- Account Strategy : Developing and executing account-specific strategies to achieve sales and revenue targets.
- Communication : Serving as the primary point of contact between the client and the company, ensuring clear and effective communication.
- Needs Assessment : Understanding the client's business goals and challenges and identifying opportunities where the company's products or after sales services can add value.
- Sales and Revenue Growth : Achieving sales targets by identifying upsell and cross-sell opportunities within the account.
- Contract Negotiation : Negotiating terms and conditions, pricing, and contracts with the client.
- Problem Resolution : Addressing and resolving -in close cooperation with operations- client issues or concerns promptly and effectively.
- Market Analysis : Staying informed about industry trends, competitors, and market conditions to stay ahead of the curve.
- Internal Coordination : Collaborating with internal teams such as (sales) engineering, planning & production & service to align order fulfillment and meet client needs. Reporting and Analytics : Prepare regular sales reports and forecasts for management.
Competencies
Customer focusedCross-functional collaborationStrong technical backgroundProblem solvingAdaptabilityNegotiation skillsCompetencies - AAM specific
Strong knowledge base of folding carton convertingRelationship buildingCommercial acumenNegotiation skillsStrategic thinkingProblem solvingAdaptabilityRequirements
Completed bachelor's degree in the field of engineering and / or business administration (or other relevant degree)5 years working experience in a paper converting environment, of which >1 years in sales and / or customer interacting role
Strong operational background in folding carton converting industry will be accepted in lieu of sales experienceExisting automation sales experience outside of paper converting will be considered in lieu of paper converting manufacturing experienceWillingness and ability to travel that will also occur outside working hours and on weekendsFluent command of English languagePositive consideration given for Spanish language proficiencyProficiency in CRM software and Microsoft Office Suite