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Staples · 1 week ago

Government Account Manager (Chicago)

positionChicago, IL
timeFull-time
remoteOnsite
seniorityEntry, Mid Level
money$78K/yr - $100K/yr
date2+ years exp

Staples is seeking a Government Account Manager to manage existing government agencies and drive increased sales. The role involves enhancing customer satisfaction, developing relationships, and executing sales plans across multiple states.

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Responsibilities

Manage existing government agencies with a significant emphasis to driving increased sales penetration to new and existing ship-to locations
Tactical management with the ability to execute sales plans in Minnesota, Iowa, Wisconsin, Illinois Metro territory
Enhance customer satisfaction and retention through regular customer contact and problem resolution
Meet or exceed sales and net profit goals for government agencies at either the Master and/or Ship-to level
Develop customer relationships through regular customer contact in person and over the phone
Establish new ship to locations within the agencies that you control
Consultative approach to reviewing customer purchases, monitor critical customer metrics and recommend purchase saving opportunities through regular account reviews
Provide training to customers on internet features and functionality

Qualification

Sales experienceBusiness developmentConsultative sales approachComputer literacyCommunication skillsProblem solving skillsBusiness acumen

Required

High school diploma or GED required
2 or more years selling experience within Federal agencies
Proven business development ability
Strong communication skills (written and verbal)
Demonstrated experience working with customers with a consultative sales approach
Strong business acumen and problem solving skills
Computer Literacy (including internet)
30-40% travel, some may be international

Preferred

Bachelor's Degree preferred

Benefits

Inclusive culture with associate-led Business Resource Groups.
Flexible PTO (22 days) and Holiday Schedule (7 observed paid holidays).
Online and Retail Discounts, Company Match 401(k), Physical and Mental Health Wellness programs and more!

Company

Staples

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Staples is a provider of workspace products such as furniture, technology, cleaning products, and traditional office supplies.
dateFounded in 1986
location
Framingham, Massachusetts, USA
people-size10001+ employees
web-link
http://www.staples.com

H1B Sponsorship

Staples has a track record of offering H1B sponsorships. Please note that this does not guarantee sponsorship for this specific role. Below presents additional info for your reference. (Data Powered by US Department of Labor)
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Funding

Current Stage
Public Company
Total Funding
$7M
Key Investors
US Department of Energy
2024-07-09Grant· $7M
2017-06-28Acquired
1999-11-15Post Ipo Equity

Leadership Team

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Michele Parzianello
Chief Sales Officer
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