Job Purpose:
Our Corporate Account Executive is responsible for targeting, acquiring and closing large revenue opportunities at complex Corporate Accounts in the Food & Beverage processing space. This position requires a “hunter” approach as they will develop relationships with key executives and decision makers at customer accounts. Once the opportunity is closed, they will hand off management of the relationship to our Corporate Account Manager and Program Management teams.
Job Responsibilities:
● Work for and closely with Corporate Accounts Leadership to set strategy, determine target Vertical opportunities, and develop overall sales goals/quotas.
● Collaborate with key decision makers to identify opportunities, develop ideas that deliver sales results and sell the Veritiv value proposition.
● Communicate with clients and gathering information about a project’s goals, budgets, and outcomes.
● Partner with the Corporate Account Manager to close opportunities and turn over all transactional activities ensuring a smooth transition.
● Develop proposals targeted at key customer executives and other decision makers that address critical needs.
● Maintain a robust pipeline of potential Corporate Account opportunities at all points in the sales cycle.
● Participate in business reviews and other customer functions as needed.
● Consult with company legal representatives to develop contracts and agreements that protect company interests.
● Performs other related duties as needed.
Additional Responsibilities & Qualifications:
● 10 years proven business development and/or packaging experience preferred
● Excellent communication, negotiation, and presentation skills.
● Customer focused mindset.
● Product and market knowledge.
● Strong negotiation skills.
● Strong financial acumen and analysis.
● Possess a strong drive for results.
● $140-165k base + bonus
Work Experience:
● 10-15 years of related job experience.● Ability to manage multiple projects, work under pressure, and adapt to sudden changes in the work environment.● Ability to work quickly and efficiently.● Excellent verbal, written, people, and diplomacy skills are required.● Experience of interpreting strategy and policy in order to set and deliver objectives.● Experience of planning, managing and organizing resources within short/medium timescales within the overall policy framework.● Strong customer service skills (friendly, courteous and helpful).● Strong planning and organization skills are required.
Education:
● Bachelor's Degree Preferred
Physical Requirements:
● A significant portion of the job responsibilities will require computer work that involves the continuous use of the fingers, hands, wrists, and sitting for long periods of time.
● The position also requires frequent lifting and/or moving up to 10 pounds.
● The position requires work in an office as well as travel to customers, suppliers, group meetings, etc.
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of employees assigned to this job, and duties may change from time to time depending on our business needs.
What We Offer
- Engaging and inclusive culture with employee-led Employee Resource Groups, Veritiv Cultural Alliance, recognition platform, etc.
- Extensive training opportunities, professional development programs, career pathing, and mentorship opportunities.
- Collaborative atmosphere with our customers and suppliers to create healthier, safer and more sustainable communities through our responsible operations and innovative solutions.
- Healthcare benefits and 401k, paid time off, tuition reimbursement, and much more!
About Veritiv
Together with its subsidiaries, Veritiv is the leading full-service provider of packaging solutions. Veritiv also provides JanSan, hygiene, print and publishing products and services. Veritiv serves customers in a wide range of industries, through team members around the world helping shape the success of its customers. For more information, visit www.veritiv.com and connect with the Company on LinkedIn.
What We Do
Veritiv is a North American leader in business-to-business distribution solutions.
We’re a Fortune 500® company with approximately 8,200 employees, $8.3 billion in revenue, and an expansive North American network.
A leading provider of packaging, print and paper, publishing, facility solutions and logistics, we serve customers across virtually every industry – including more than half of our fellow Fortune 500 companies.
We are shaping our systems and processes to support a successful and sustainable future. We don’t just encourage an entrepreneurial spirit, we embody it.
