Account Director

BrainWorks
Waukegan, IL
POSITION SCOPE:

The Account Director is responsible for working closely with the Vice President of Sales. Together you will oversee the relationships of the company with its most important clients. You will be responsible for obtaining and maintaining long term key customers by comprehending their requirements to promote our company’s solutions. The ideal candidate will be apt in building strong relationships with strategic customers. The goal is to contribute to sustaining and growing our business to achieve long-term success.

ESSENTIAL ACCOUNTABILITIES:

  • Manage and nurture specific customer relationships; accountable for all commercial aspects of assigned accounts
  • Develop customer proposals for new products and projects for assigned customers
  • Conduct regular internal customer calls to address issues and ensure smooth operations.
  • Generate comprehensive customer KPI reports providing insights into performance.
  • Actively work to generate new business and revenue opportunities with assigned customers.
  • Prepare formal and informal customer presentations for both existing and new business opportunities.
  • Collaborate with internal departments to ensure effective fulfillment of client needs.
  • Monitor Company performance against service level agreements and proactively address any issues.
  • Utilize systems to review and report on relationship profitability and efficiency.
  • Manage the tracking and presentation of customer continuous improvement programs.
  • Undertake any other duties as assigned by the company.

QUALIFICATIONS:

  • BS degree in Business, the Sciences, Engineering, or Operations Management. MBA or MS preferred.
  • 3+ years of experience in the food industry preferably in supply chain or operations.
  • Previous project management experience working in a cross-functional team environment preferred
  • Demonstrated ability to learn technical subject matter, and to effectively convey technology capabilities to customers.
  • Strong communication, interpersonal, and presentation skills.
  • Independent, strongly self-motivated, team player.
  • Proficient with computer technology and MS Office applications.
  • Proven experience in customer relationship management and operations
  • Ability to Travel – 25%

KEY TECHNICAL & BEHAVIOURAL COMPETENCIES:

  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills with aptitude in building relationships with professionals of all organizational levels
  • Strong analytical and reporting skills
  • Excellent communication and presentation abilities
  • Excellent organizational skills
  • Ability to collaborate effectively with internal teams
  • Ability in problem-solving and negotiation
  • Detail-oriented with a focus on customer satisfaction
  • Familiarity with industry standards and service level agreements

BrainWorks is a leading executive search firm that excels in delivering top-tier talent to drive sales and marketing success. Our Sales & Marketing Practice specializes in identifying high-performing professionals who can elevate your business outcomes.

From mid-level managers to C-suite executives, we partner with clients across industries to place leaders in key roles, including sales, marketing, business development, and product management.

BrainWorks prides itself on quality, speed, and results, powered by our proven process refined over 30 years. Partnering with BrainWorks means gaining a trusted ally who is passionate about your success. Visit us at brainworksinc.com.

Industry 1: Consumer Goods

Industry 2 : Food & Beverages

Industry 3: Food Production

Job ID: 41598230317

Category: Sales and Marketing

Location: Waukegan, IL

Posted 2025-09-24

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