Account Manager, Central Region

The Account Manager is responsible for the administration, strategic planning, and coordination of the sales activity and account management and the overall success of the region or assigned location to which the Account Manager is assigned. The Account Manager is responsible for the development of relationships with key individuals and decision-makers at assigned clients. They are also responsible for Generates Sales, Consulting, and lead generation.
Working Schedule
The preferred candidate for this position should be located in the Greater Houston area and open to work a hybrid schedule with three (3) days in the ABS Headquarters Office located in Spring, Texas, and two (2) days of remote work.
What You Will Do:

• Establishes and maintains the primary contact between ABS and assigned clients.
• Focal point for all technology planning and delivery services.
• Oversees the creation, alignment, and ongoing management of strategies and project implementation.
• Understands client processes and performs on-site visits as necessary.
• Establishes business cases for products and services not currently being utilized.
• Acts as liaison for the client with all departments within the organization.
• Collaborates with consulting staff working on assigned client projects.
• Oversees the Accounts Receivable process for Clients.
• Facilitates and follows up on assigned client needs, issues, and enhancement requests.
• Aligns Product Management priorities with client priorities.
• Monitors customer satisfaction and the expectations of each assigned client.
• Communicates project status and issues to Global Account Management Director.
• Monitors client support issues from initial notification through resolution and client acceptance.
• Facilitates timely support issue resolutions.
• Participates in client committees and user conferences as directed.
• Utilizes existing software and services for handling Client Relationship Management (CRM).
• Creates and submits timely and accurate reports (expense) related to client activities.
• Provides support to consulting, development, and sales groups as requested.

What You Will Need:
Education and Experience

• Bachelor's degree or recognized equivalent from an accredited university, preferably in an engineering/technical discipline, or an equivalent field.
• Ten (10) years of relevant experience preferred.
• Fluency in Spanish - The candidate must be able to speak, read, and write in Spanish proficiently.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Ability to develop a working knowledge of ABS Rules, Guides, statutory regulations, and related instructions, as well as the ABS Employee Safety Policy.
• Skills to organize, plan and direct the work activities of professional employees, and to handle multiple ongoing projects.
• Administrator, specifically in cost reporting, client billing, and revenue forecasting.
• Knowledge of the unique nature of software product management and the maritime industry.
• Strong client-based development skills. An entrepreneurial mentality to recognize and capitalize on new business opportunities.
• Ability to negotiate agreements with clients concerning the scope of work and billing rates.
• Ability to obtain a working knowledge of the ABS Health, Safety, Quality, and Environmental Management Systems.

Reporting Relationships:
Reports to a Manager, Director, or Executive level position and has no direct reports.
ABOUT US
About ABS Wavesight
ABS Wavesight is the new ABS Affiliate maritime software as a service (SaaS) company dedicated to helping shipowners and operators streamline compliance while maintaining competitive,more efficient, and sustainable operations. Our mission is to develop world-class software products that improve vessel performance for the health of our seas, environment and self. The ABS Wavesight portfolio is comprised of best-in-class proprietary technology and third-party integrations that offer unparalleled insight into every aspect of a fleet's operations. Backed by ABS's 160-year legacy of maritime innovation and experience, our products are collectively installed on more than 5,000 vessels across the global fleet. Learn more about ABS Wavesight by visiting www.abswavesight.com.
About Our Benefits
ABS Wavesight proudly offers a variety of industry-leading benefits designed to enhance the life and well-being of our employees and their families. These benefits include, but are not limited to, medical insurance (PPO and HD), dental and vision insurance, Health Savings account (HSA), Flexible Savings Account (FSA), life insurance, accidental death and dismemberment insurance, disability leave programs, parental leave program, paid holidays, and paid vacation time. The Company provides an Employee Assistance Plan (EAP) that offers additional support in personal wellness, including work-life services. ABS Wavesight also offers a 401K plan with a generous company match, subject to plan requirements.
Equal Opportunity
ABS Wavesight is committed to the equal employment opportunity of its employees and prohibits discrimination against any employee or qualified applicant based on race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, gender identity, age, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, citizenship status or veteran status, or other non-work-related characteristics that may be protected under the law of the Federal Government or specific state employment laws.
Notice
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Other
This job description is not intended, and should not be construed, to be an all-inclusive list of responsibilities, skills, efforts or working conditions associated with the job of the incumbent. It is intended to be an accurate reflection of the principal job elements essential for making a fair decision regarding the pay structure of the job. #ogjs