Preferred Materials - Concrete Division, part of CRH South Division, is a leading supplier of ready mix concrete, concrete block, rebar and building materials in the state of Florida, providing the highest product quality and service in the construction industry. With headquarters in Tampa, Florida, and operations in five key Florida markets, Preferred Materials provides municipalities, developers, architects, engineers, contractors, builders and suppliers a wide variety of construction materials and products. Our employees make Preferred Materials a great place to work. We promote a strong safety culture, where employees take responsibility for their own safety.
Summary
As an Account Manager for Preferred Materials, Inc., you will acquire new business by developing strong customer relationships, maintaining an active call-back list, and creating and following-up on referrals from an existing customer base. You will sell ready-mix concrete and related accessories to our many customers, including: DOT contractors, subcontractors, and residential and commercial builders. Our team will support your efforts and cultivate your career, by providing the information you need - and the independence that you want.
Job Description
Ensure Health & Safety standards are met by complying with legislation, company policies and promoting a safe work environment
Grow revenue with existing customers and leverage those relationships to identify other customer leads and opportunities
Prepare job quotes for all bid work for assigned accounts, utilizing product and construction expertise to provide added value to the customer
Continually develop and enhance product expertise
Quickly and efficiently resolve customer complaints and problems
Actively manage and monitor business opportunities in assigned account base to maximize revenue
Turn around quotes quickly and always within time requirements of customer
Develop and maintain long-term successful and loyal customer relationships
Performs other duties as assigned
Requirements
Minimum 1-3 years previous sales experience in concrete and/or building materials, or applicable industry experience
Bachelor's Degree in Business or related field preferred
Experience managing a territory in an account manager or related function
Local market knowledge with established relationships preferred
Ability to work independently as well as part of a team
Professional demeanor both on the phone and in person
Microsoft Office proficiency - Work, Excel, Outlook, etc.
Ability to remain organized while handling multiple projects/tasks
Ability to communicate with co-workers, customers and vendors (verbal and written)
Must have a valid driver's license
Preferences
Experience working in a corporate sales environment with focus on commercial, DOT and key accounts
Operations experience, a plus
Formal Sales Training (relationship selling)
Industry certifications (NRMCA, FCPA, MAF, FDOT, ACI)
Previous customer service experience
What CRH Offers You
Highly competitive base pay
Comprehensive medical, dental and disability benefits programs
Group retirement savings program
Health and wellness programs
A diverse and inclusive culture that values opportunity for growth, development, and internal promotion
About CRH
CRH has a long and proud heritage. We are a collection of hundreds of family businesses, regional companies and large enterprises that together form the CRH family. CRH operates in a decentralized, diversified structure that allows you to work in a small company environment while having the career opportunities of large international organization.
If you're up for a rewarding challenge, we invite you to take the first step and apply today! Once you click apply now, you will be brought to our official employment application. Please complete your online profile and it will be sent to the hiring manager. Our system allows you to view and track your status 24 hours a day. Thank you for your interest!
Preferred Materials, Inc., a CRH Company, is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer.
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