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ET GLOBAL - USA

Key Account Manager

ET GLOBAL - USA, Atlanta, Georgia, United States, 30383

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We are seeking a dynamic and results-driven

Key Account Manager

to join our charismatic and growing team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for management, retention and growth of relationships with our key clients, and balancing the client’s needs and expectations with company objectives. This critical role within our organization requires a proactive, strategic thinker with excellent communication skills and a passion for delivering exceptional client experiences.

Responsibilities

To retain, manage and grow allocated portfolio of key accounts

Drive the success of all account metrics: client satisfaction, revenue, and profitability

Lead client facing company functions, representing ET Global to the client and representing the Client to ET Global

Account Strategy

Keep an updated Account Plan for each client to document an overview of their status

Maintain a deep knowledge of all accounts (incl. internal structure, operating budgets, and marketing objectives)

Travel to meet clients on show sites or other projects, or client offices to ensure rapport through face-to-face relations is properly maintained

Client Communication

Be aware of clients’ opportunities, incl. tradeshow attendance and other (events/environments/etc.)

Drive all client communication through project lifecycle including briefing, development, outbound, onsite, and post-show

Maintain strategic communication on account understanding and solving program challenges

Be attentive to ensure personal visits both on site and in client’s offices, appropriate to client scope

Know and build rapport with strategic people on account including client executives, co-workers, and vendors

Effectively resolve any vulnerabilities or account issues that might develop: know when to escalate to Management

Project And Internal Communications

Drive project briefings with the client considering both our requirements and those of the client

Understand the project timeline and ensure all milestones are met (Handover, Invoicing, Graphics, etc.)

Document all process outlined paperwork to ensure all departments have a record of project requirements

Handover controlled estimate and design to PM on schedule and with competency

Ensure all Graphics are developed and approved within project timeline

Create timely Change Orders for all client requests after Handover, inclusive of onsite and post-show

Facilitate invoicing, capturing all justified revenue with command of profitability targets

Efficient use of all ET software to communicate and document project solutions

Ensure backup for your workload during your travels and PTO

Mentor and support other KAM roles such as new KAM employees or support roles to KAM positions

Preferred Skills

Demonstrate exceptional communication skills, both external and internal

Strong knowledge of Tradeshow Industry and its working environment, personalities, and practices

Proactive attention to challenges, to foresee and address challenges before they develop into problems

Ability to learn and comply with the ET Global Operational Process

Exemplify Leadership, Teamwork, and collaboration

Strong presentation skills and influential communication to drive a meeting

Ability to learn and comply with ET Global Human Resources policies and paperwork as related to KAM

Excellent command of Microsoft software platform, focused on Outlook and Excel

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Business, Marketing, or a related field or proven experience as a Key Account Manager or in a similar role, preferably in the exhibit or events industry

Strong understanding of exhibit design, production, and logistics

Excellent communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills

Ability to manage multiple projects and clients simultaneously

Proficiency in CRM software and Microsoft Office Suite, with aptitude to adapt and learn other company wide software quickly

Seniority level Entry level

Employment type Full-time

Job function Sales and Business Development

Industries Advertising Services

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