Sonepar

Charleston, SC

Own Your Expertise and Your Future

Our people are the heart of our company. We trust in their
skills and qualities and give them the tools they need to advance their careers
within the Sonepar family. We value bold thinkers
who are excited to take on challenging tasks, and we encourage associates to
pursue their passions. In our organization, you have the opportunity to choose
from a wide variety of job roles and learn whatever part of the business
interests you most. We are
always looking to expand our teams to continue serving our customers and
growing our business. 

Global Reach, Local Touch

At Sonepar, we are “Powered by Difference.” Instead of a
one-size-fits-all mentality, we celebrate creative, diverse approaches and
adapt to local markets around the world. That means you get to work for a
company with a global reach, while still feeling part of a local family where
you can make your mark. 

About Sonepar USA

Sonepar USA is an independent, family-owned business with
global market leadership in the B-to-B distribution of electrical, industrial
and safety products, services, and solutions. It is a proud member of the
Sonepar Group, the world's largest electrical distributor. Sonepar entered the
US in 1998 and has continued to grow due to strategic acquisitions and organic
growth. Today, Sonepar serves the market through a network of companies with
over 400 locations nationwide. For more information, visit soneparusa.com  

Job Specifications

Location

Richmond, VA

Published

12 days ago

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Account Manager

Richmond, VA

Account Manager

There’s a Place for You at Capital

 

A career at Capital Electric is more than a job. You’re investing in a brighter, more sustainable future together and joining a team that makes a real difference for our customers. Capital Electric offers electrical products and services to contractors. If it helps bring electricity to an office, home, factory or other building – you can find it here. We operate in Maryland, Virginia, Pennsylvania, West Virginia, North Carolina, South Carolina and Georgia, and are part of the Sonepar group, the world’s #1 electrical distributor with over 45,000 associates around the globe.

 

Being “Powered by Difference” means we respect and value diverse perspectives. Within Capital Electric, we offer a supportive culture and great benefits, and as part of the larger Sonepar group, we can offer exciting opportunities to grow your career.

An Account Manager is responsible for generating income through product sales and services, creating and maintaining positive customer relationships, and providing leadership to sales departments in order to help keep and increase business of Capital Electric.

 

Responsibilities:

  • Calling on commercial, government and institutional customers as well as driving lighting projects
  • Manage the sales of products and services to account base
  • Develop new customer relationships
  • Regular end user joint calls with suppliers
  • Develop sales leads
  • Develop customer pricing strategy that enhances profitability
  • Quote prices and credit terms
  • Coordinate customer training
  • Investigate and resolve customer issues
  • Attend trade shows and meetings
  • Attend training as required by Capital Electric
  • Meet or exceed annual sales goals
  • Other duties as required

 

 

Requirements:

 

  • Must have experience with electrical/lighting supplies
  • Customer service background
  • 2-5 years of sales experience

 

 

Salary: $70,000 - $85,000 / annually with commission potential

What We Offer You

 

We offer great family-friendly benefits to full-time associates:

  • Healthcare plans
  • Dental & vision
  • Paid time off
  • Paid parental leave
  • 401(k) retirement savings with company match
  • Professional and personal development programs
  • Opportunity to become a shareholder
  • Employer-paid short- and long-term disability
  • Employer-paid life insurance for spouse and dependents
  • Robust wellness program
  • Gym reimbursement
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

 

We’re proud to be a military-friendly company, and our many employee resource groups (ERGs) help you make connections and feel supported.

 

Learn More About Us

 

Get to know us on YouTube, LinkedIn, Facebook and Instagram and learn how we’re “Powering Progress for Future Generations.” LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/capitalelectric/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CapitalElecSply/

 

Learn more at https://www.capitalelectricsupply.com/about

Capital Electric is part of the Sonepar family of brands: https://www.soneparusa.com/us-en/about-us

 

Sonepar is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their race, color, creed, religion, national origin, citizenship status, ancestry, sex, age, physical or mental disability unrelated to ability, marital status, family responsibilities, pregnancy, genetic information, sexual orientation, order of protection status, protected veteran or military status, or an unfavorable discharge from military service, or any other categories protected by federal, state or local law.

 

Sonepar and our family of brands are committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. In keeping with our commitment, we will take the steps to assure that people with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations. Accordingly, if a reasonable accommodation is required to fully participate in the job application or interview process, to perform the essential functions of the position, and/or to receive all other benefits and privileges of employment, please call 843-745-2420 or email recruiting@sonepar-us.com.

 

EEO is the Law

 

Applicants and employees are protected under Federal law from discrimination. To learn more, Click here.

 

Pay Transparency Non-Discrimination Provision

 

Sonepar follows Executive Order 11246, including the Pay Transparency Nondiscrimination Provision. To learn more, Click here.