B2B Account Manager - K-12 And Higher Education

At over 45 years old and counting, B&H has built a reputation as the trusted resource for photography and videography enthusiasts via its NYC SuperStore and its award-winning website. Long known as "The Professional's Source", B&H is recognized by savvy consumers worldwide for its honest, knowledgeable guidance, expert tips and articles... and always-great prices.
B&H offers competitive salaries, medical benefits, a 401K plan, employee discounts and opportunities to grow within a high-energy, low-attitude environment. Make your move to B&H today!

Job Overview:
 

The B2B Business Development department finds opportunities to increase sales volume in the K-12 and SLED divisions. 
 

Under supervision, the Account Manager seeks to increase sales in these ways: 
1) Oversees relationships with procurement departments in an assigned territory and sector. 
2) Courteously, following-up on an open large quotes.
3) Engaging customers on site, at trade shows or on the phone. 
In each of these scenarios, the Account Manager takes the opportunity to introduce themselves to a client to build a relationship with the client, and market B&H as the best provider for all of their technology needs. 
4) Creates mini-marketing campaigns to target end users.

Essential Responsibilities:
Familiar with Excel and Salesforce.
Ability to travel including valid travel documents and drivers license. 
Consistently calls and follows up with clients until final sales is closed
Records all sales progress in Salesforce.com database
Reaches out to clients with promotional information and latest product releases

Additional Responsibilities:
As assigned by Manager

Specific Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: 
General knowledge of B&H products
Advanced networking abilities
Professional phone demeanor and articulate communication skills
Analytical thinker and quick problem solver
Exercise interpersonal skills within team environment 
Detail-oriented and quick thinker

Preferred Education, Experience and Licenses:
Minimum 3 years experience in a sales capacity

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer.  All persons shall have the opportunity to be considered for employment without regard to their race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, alienage or citizenship status, age, disability or handicap, sex or gender, marital status, veteran status, sexual orientation, arrest record, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local laws.
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