Job Summary
The Key Account Executive (Sporting Goods) plays an essential role in sales and business development within the sporting goods sector. This position is based onsite in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, and involves direct engagement with key clients to foster and maintain vital relationships. The Executive will also assist in managing account strategies and report directly to the Key Account Manager while traveling occasionally to locations including Los Angeles and Portland, OR.
Responsibilities
- Manage and develop relationships with key accounts to ensure client satisfaction and retention.
- Collaborate with the Key Account Manager to create effective account strategies.
- Engage in traveling to significant client locations for meetings and relationship-building activities.
- Support sales initiatives and contribute to business development efforts in the national market.
- Report account performance and provide insights to management and directors.
Qualifications
- Experience in sales and proven ability to manage key accounts effectively.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills to build and maintain client relationships.
- Capability to work collaboratively with team members and upper management.
- Willingness to travel as needed for client meetings and events.
- Knowledge of the sporting goods industry is preferred.
