Key Account Manager - Chemical Manufacturing Industry (34748)

The Role:

A global supplier of industrial chemicals and lubricants is currently seeking a motivated *Key Account Manager* to join their office in the southern Arlington Heights, IL area. The ideal candidate will maintain good relationships with the key accounts and deliver customer-oriented technical support and prompt solutions. This is a full-time, direct hire position with a comprehensive benefits package. *Key Account Manager Responsibilities Include:* * Build relations with key purchasing and quality representatives * Develop new business accounts and maintain good relations with key purchasing and quality representatives at client locations * Create price quotations and negotiate price / costs with customers; secure product orders and follow up on tracking and delivery * Collaboration with sales team and management to develop sales goals, process improvements, market research and analysis, etc. * Assist with product pricing and provide quotations to customers * Very occasional business travel to customer locations (up to 25% maximum) * Other duties as assigned *Key Account Manager Requirements Include:* * Bachelor's degree in a Business or Engineering-related field preferred * Valid driver's license and clean driving record is required * Experience in account management and / or new business development, preferably in the manufacturing sector * Strong communication and collaboration ability in a multicultural environment * Organizational and time management skills; ability to manage multiple tasks and projects as needed * Good computer skills and proficiency with Microsoft Office applications * _While performing the duties of this job you may be required to intermittently sit, stand, walk, lift up to 25 pounds, lift in excess of 25 pounds with a lift assist, climb stairs, use hands to handle or feel parts/equipment, reach with hands and arms, stoop, kneel, crouch, bend at the waist, talk and hear. You may also be required to use close vision, distance vision, color vision, depth perception, and peripheral vision._ *------------------------------------------------* *Activ8 Recruitment & Solutions / Renaissance Resources Inc.* has been a trusted leader in North American recruiting for Japanese businesses for over 25 years. We specialize in connecting top talent with companies in the Automotive, Electronics, Food & Beverage, Logistics, Manufacturing, Oil & Gas, Banking & Finance, and Entertainment industries. Our client-focused approach ensures that we understand your unique needs, whether you're a company seeking skilled professionals or a candidate looking for the right career opportunity. By working closely with each individual, we provide tailored solutions that drive success. We screen ALL Candidates to verify the validity of each applicant's provided information. Upon submitting your resume, we will contact only those candidates that we deem qualified for our client. If we do not contact you, we do not see the fit for the position. If we are unable to reach you in a reasonable timeframe, you will be eliminated from the pool of potential candidates. All offers of employment may be contingent upon successful completion of a background check in compliance with applicable laws. *We prioritize direct applicants; third-party resumes may not be reviewed.* Job Type: Full-time Pay: $70,000.00 - $90,000.00 per year Benefits: * 401(k) * 401(k) matching * Dental insurance * Health insurance * Life insurance * Paid time off * Vision insurance Schedule: * Day shift * Monday to Friday Supplemental Pay: * Bonus opportunities Education: * Bachelor's (Required) Experience: * Chemical industry: 3 years (Preferred) License/Certification: * Driver's License (Required) Ability to Commute: * Arlington Heights, IL 60005 (Required) Willingness to travel: * 25% (Required) Work Location: In person

What we are looking for:

• Key Account Manager Requirements Include:*
• Bachelor's degree in a Business or Engineering-related field preferred
• Valid driver's license and clean driving record is required
• Experience in account management and / or new business development, preferably in the manufacturing sector
• Strong communication and collaboration ability in a multicultural environment
• Organizational and time management skills; ability to manage multiple tasks and projects as needed
• Good computer skills and proficiency with Microsoft Office applications
• _While performing the duties of this job you may be required to intermittently sit, stand, walk, lift up to 25 pounds, lift in excess of 25 pounds with a lift assist, climb stairs, use hands to handle or feel parts/equipment, reach with hands and arms, stoop, kneel, crouch, bend at the waist, talk and hear. You may also be required to use close vision, distance vision, color vision, depth perception, and peripheral vision._

Responsibilities:

• Key Account Manager Responsibilities Include:*
• Build relations with key purchasing and quality representatives
• Develop new business accounts and maintain good relations with key purchasing and quality representatives at client locations
• Create price quotations and negotiate price / costs with customers; secure product orders and follow up on tracking and delivery
• Collaboration with sales team and management to develop sales goals, process improvements, market research and analysis, etc.
• Assist with product pricing and provide quotations to customers
• Very occasional business travel to customer locations (up to 25% maximum)
• Other duties as assigned

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance
• Day shift
• Monday to Friday
• Bonus opportunities