Apex Water and Process · 2 hours ago
Account Manager
Des Moines, IA
Full-time
Onsite
Mid LevelApex Water and Process is a trusted leader in water and process management, delivering integrated solutions to help industries optimize sustainability. The Account Manager will maintain and expand the company’s business base by maximizing profitability of assigned customer accounts and soliciting new business using their sales expertise and technical knowledge.
Chemicals
Responsibilities
Manage existing customer base and grow territory with the help of the leadership team
Interact with site personnel in various departments to sell and support Company's water treatment products and services for boiler, cooling, RO, process, and other systems at numerous customer locations in a number of industries
Work onsite at customer locations to provide routine, day-to-day service to determine water treatment programs are operating within optimal ranges and communicate corrective actions taken
Assist with chemical feed and inventory management
Participate in delivery, installation, commissioning and repair of systems at customer sites
Manage and place orders, track inventory and usage of product at each customer site and serve as the general face of the Company to assigned customer base
Deliver value to customer base by conducting routine service and business reviews, as clear and consistent communication with customers is a key component of the Company’s culture
Project professional image of the Company through a positive and helpful attitude and punctual and reliable attendance at all times
Maintain professional and technical knowledge in order to provide sound water treatment recommendations to customers; continuously strive for professional improvement by taking advantage of the Company’s continuous online training and mentorship opportunities
Be a team player and mentor to the team
Local travel is expected and ongoing, including approximately 10% of travel outside of assigned region, which will involve overnight stays
Keep vehicle in good operating condition and keep up with recommended maintenance as needed
Adhere to and support all safety policies and guidelines
Perform other duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
High school diploma or equivalent
General knowledge of cooling tower systems, steam generation, and chilled/hot/process water closed-loop systems
Prior work experience in a technical sales role
Strong communication and customer service skills with the ability to explain technical concepts to non-technical clients and stakeholders
Mechanical and technical aptitude with the ability to diagnose and resolve technical issues efficiently
Ability and willingness to be trained in on and perform equipment installation, commissioning, and repair at customer sites
Knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint and ability to learn internal business systems
Ability to work independently and effectively plan, organize and execute activities
Ability and willingness to physically provide service at customer facilities within a wide range of environments; must be able to lift a minimum of 50lbs. without assistance
Valid Iowa driver's license and willingness to abide by Company standards for operating a motor vehicle
Ability and willingness to be away from home for overnight travel 2-4 nights/month
Ability to pass a respirator fit test and wear a half-or full-face respirator
Preferred
Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Chemistry or other relevant field of study
Past work experience in technical sales and service in industrial water treatment or specialty chemicals industry
Familiarity with water treatment industry regulations and standards
Advanced certifications or training in water treatment technologies
Benefits
Robust benefits package
Paid time off from day one
Company
Apex Water and Process
Apex, the trusted leader in water and process management, delivers integrated water and process solutions that empower agricultural, commercial, and industrial customers across the U.S.
Founded in 2023
201-500 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageCompany data provided by crunchbase