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Pay: $45,000/year + a full benefits package including:
Medical insurance ~85% employer paid Dental, Long-Term Disability, and Life insurance 100% employer paid10 Paid Holidays Tiered PTO Plan based on length of employment 401k and Profit Sharing after 12 months of employment
Overview: Our client, a distribution company founded in the 1930s located in Beachwood, OH, is seeking an Account Administrator to join their team. The Account Administrator interacts with and supports the company's customers, vendors/partners, and the outside sales representatives. This position reports directly to the Account Administration and Compliance Manager. This is primarily a customer service oriented position with some administrative tasks/duties. The ideal candidate will be willing to learn/highly trainable, have a customer service oriented mindset, friendly/positive attitude, and looking for a long-term home!
Schedule: Monday - Friday 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM (30-minute unpaid meal break)
Duties:
  • Communicate with customers via phone, email, and web chat to provide product and service information
  • Collect necessary order details and assist with reviewing contracts for new and repeat business
  • Support the Outside Sales Representative in quoting and price negotiations
  • Respond to customer inquiries, including requests for quotes and product information
  • Collaborate with suppliers to obtain pricing and delivery timelines
  • Resolve customer issues and concerns by coordinating with Outside Sales, Quality, and other departments as needed
  • Maintain accurate records of customer interactions, including inquiries, complaints, and follow-ups
  • Monitor inventory levels for assigned customer products and provide updates as needed
  • Assist with project management activities in collaboration with the Outside Sales Representative
  • Perform additional related duties as assigned by management
Qualifications:
  • High school diploma required; Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree preferred
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills
  • Strong customer service orientation with a focus on solution-based sales support
  • Proven ability to manage multiple projects in a moderately paced environment
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office; strong Excel skills are a significant advantage
  • Comfortable learning and using ERP systems and online procurement platforms
  • Basic technical math and mechanical aptitude preferred
  • Previous customer service or inside sales experience required
  • Ability to read technical drawings or blueprints is a plus
  • Must be able to sit and work at a computer for extended periodsUS Citizenship is required in compliance with federal regulations (ITAR)
  • Must be able to pass a drug and alcohol screening
  • Parking: Easy free parking lot!

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Level

Mid

Salary

$45,000/year

Location

Akron, OH

Occupation

Sales Representatives, Wholesale and Manufacturing, Except Technical and Scientific Products

Industry

Industrial Supplies Merchant Wholesalers

Posted

11 days ago

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