Sterling Engineering
Job Description
Title : Account Specialist
Location : South Side of Chicago (Hybrid)
Industry : Electrical Manufacturing
Type of Role: Contract to Hire (Conversion after 6 months)
Pay : $30-$32/hr on contract (salary bump upon conversion)
Benefits : As a contract employee of Sterling, you are eligible to receive a Full Employee Benefits Package that includes paid time off, paid holidays, 3 medical plans to choose from, dental & vision plans, 401(k), and an Employee Stock Ownership (ESOP) plan.
Sterling Engineering is working with a leading lighting manufacturer to hire two Account Specialists for their growing team. This company is known for its strong internal culture, career development opportunities, and stability in the electrical manufacturing space. These roles are perfect for candidates who thrive in fast-paced environments and enjoy building lasting relationships with customers.
Responsibilities :
Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identify, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or genetic information.
Meet Your Recruiter
Erik Butzen
Technical Recruiter
Erik Butzen is a skilled and compassionate Senior Recruiter passionate about empowering individuals to advance in their careers. With two years of dedicated service at Sterling, Erik has already significantly impacted the organization's talent acquisition efforts.
Having honed his expertise over five years in the field of recruiting, Erik possesses a deep understanding of the industry's intricacies. His journey began with the desire to assist individuals in finding opportunities that would propel their professional growth forward.
As a Senior Recruiter, Erik takes great pride in his ability to help people make meaningful advancements in their careers. Whether it's guiding a candidate through the interview process, providing valuable insights into the job market, or matching the right talent with the perfect role, Erik is committed to positively impacting the lives of those he interacts with.
One of Erik's most valuable pieces of advice to both hiring managers and fellow recruiters is to ask a lot of questions. Understanding the needs and expectations of both candidates and employers is essential to finding the best fit for both parties.
As one of the most respected names in engineering staffing, Sterling has hundreds of opportunities with top employers. If you've got a friend or colleague seeking their next move in engineering, we could have their next opportunity. We offer a referral bonus for every referral that we place. Submit referral now.
Title : Account Specialist
Location : South Side of Chicago (Hybrid)
Industry : Electrical Manufacturing
Type of Role: Contract to Hire (Conversion after 6 months)
Pay : $30-$32/hr on contract (salary bump upon conversion)
Benefits : As a contract employee of Sterling, you are eligible to receive a Full Employee Benefits Package that includes paid time off, paid holidays, 3 medical plans to choose from, dental & vision plans, 401(k), and an Employee Stock Ownership (ESOP) plan.
Sterling Engineering is working with a leading lighting manufacturer to hire two Account Specialists for their growing team. This company is known for its strong internal culture, career development opportunities, and stability in the electrical manufacturing space. These roles are perfect for candidates who thrive in fast-paced environments and enjoy building lasting relationships with customers.
Responsibilities :
- Serve as the primary point of contact for customer inquiries via phone, email, and online portals
- Manage and track customer orders from entry through delivery
- Communicate effectively with internal departments including production, logistics, and sales to ensure timely fulfillment
- Resolve order discrepancies, shipping issues, and other service challenges
- Maintain accurate customer records in ERP/CRM systems
- Provide pricing, product, and availability information to customers
- Collaborate with outside sales reps to support client relationships
- Handle returns, credits, and warranty claims efficiently and professionally
- Continuously look for process improvement opportunities within the customer service function
- 2+ years of experience in a customer service or account management role, preferably in a manufacturing or distribution setting
- Strong communication and problem-solving skills
- Experience with ERP systems (SAP, Oracle, or similar) is a plus
- Proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel, Outlook, Word)
- Detail-oriented with the ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously
- Ability to work both independently and as part of a collaborative team
- High school diploma required; associate or bachelor's degree preferred
Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identify, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or genetic information.
Meet Your Recruiter
Erik Butzen
Technical Recruiter
Erik Butzen is a skilled and compassionate Senior Recruiter passionate about empowering individuals to advance in their careers. With two years of dedicated service at Sterling, Erik has already significantly impacted the organization's talent acquisition efforts.
Having honed his expertise over five years in the field of recruiting, Erik possesses a deep understanding of the industry's intricacies. His journey began with the desire to assist individuals in finding opportunities that would propel their professional growth forward.
As a Senior Recruiter, Erik takes great pride in his ability to help people make meaningful advancements in their careers. Whether it's guiding a candidate through the interview process, providing valuable insights into the job market, or matching the right talent with the perfect role, Erik is committed to positively impacting the lives of those he interacts with.
One of Erik's most valuable pieces of advice to both hiring managers and fellow recruiters is to ask a lot of questions. Understanding the needs and expectations of both candidates and employers is essential to finding the best fit for both parties.
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As one of the most respected names in engineering staffing, Sterling has hundreds of opportunities with top employers. If you've got a friend or colleague seeking their next move in engineering, we could have their next opportunity. We offer a referral bonus for every referral that we place. Submit referral now.