EJD Key Account Support Associate Job at Emery Jensen Distribution, LLC, Oak Brook, IL

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  • Emery Jensen Distribution, LLC
  • Oak Brook, IL

Job Description

The JobAs the Key Account Support Associate, you will be responsible for partnering with aligned Territory Managers/Key Account Managers to assist in the development and implementation of key account support requirements for Emery Jensen's most strategic customers. Which includes program formation and implementation plan of key customer initiatives, establishment of processes designed to improve customer experience and be the primary support point of contact for key customer stakeholders. This position exists to proactively develop relationships with key partners, suppliers, and stakeholders to build processes that allow Emery Jensen to deliver on its commitment to being a company that is easy to do business with.What you will do...Project Management- Proactively identify and work through time sensitive urgencies while balancing day to day needs from KASRs. Drive service level and revenue generating improvements for assigned customers. What can be done to improve the customer experience?- more in depth or quicker reporting; additional flags in SAP, change in carrier, change in RSC process. Identify these needs and escalate to KAS.Communication- Respond promptly to customers and internal partners. Organize and participate in customer meetings with Key Account Territory Mangers. Work cross-functionally with finance, sales, merchandising, Customer Care, and IT. Clearly explain incident resolutions, service updates, instructions, or scheduling changes to customers. This is accomplished by having an in depth knowledge of the programs, applications, systems and processes.Problem Resolution Escalation- This role will have the highest touchpoint within the accounts from management to decision makers internally and externally. It is pertinent to this role to raise problems within the accounts this team supports.Training and Leadership Internal- Train and mentor Key Account Support Representatives and Territory Managers/Key Account Territory Managers on established standards, processes, procedures, and projects. I.e. reports, portal, claims/credits processes, drop ship, fixtures, RGAs,Training and Leadership External- Train and lead customers on established standards, processes, and procedures. I.e. portal, claims/credits processes, drop ship, invoicing, etc.Report Analytics- Analyzing reports with their TMs to assist in proactive issue identification and areas for improvement. I.e.. Sku cancellations and replacement options, changes in order multiples, promotions, order history, etc.What you need to succeed...Minimum 4 years of account management, project management, executive support or high-end retail support required. Outside sales experience a plus.Bachelor's Degree in Business or related field (commensurate experience considered).Excellent interpersonal and written/verbal communications skills with customers and colleagues from all impacted functional areas.Customer centric attitudeDetail-oriented and extremely organized self-starter able to thrive is a fast-paced entrepreneurial environment.Ability to work under tight deadlines, manage simultaneously occurring tasks and shifting prioritiesExpert user of SAP, Excel, Access and Power Point; Proficient with Word, Outlook and Live MeetingComfortability reporting into Oak Brook, IL at minimum 4 days a week.#LI-AC1Compensation Details:$54000 - $65000Why should you join our team? We live our values - W.E.L.I.G.H.T (Winning, Excellence, Love, Integrity, Gratitude, Humility, and Teamwork). Gratitude. Humility. Love. You don't often see values like these in most corporate statements, but Ace is different. These things are important to us. They represent our commitment to the company, our employees, to Ace retailers and to the Ace brand.In addition to providing our employees a great culture, Ace / Emery Jensen Distribution also offers competitive benefits* that address life's necessities and perks, many of which expand and improve year after year, including:Incentive opportunities, based on role/grade level (rapid company growth over the past 3 years resulted in incentives being paid out above 106.6% of your target opportunity!)Generous 401(k) retirement savings plan with a fully vested matching contribution the first year and annual discretionary contribution (once eligibility requirements have been met). Over the past 3 years, company contributions (matching & discretionary) for fully eligible employees have averaged 7.3% of total eligible compensation.Comprehensive health coverage (medical, dental, vision and disability - up to 26 weeks short-term disability and long-term disability) & life insurance benefits for you and your dependents21 days of vacation immediately available (prorated in the first year) and up to 6 paid holidays depending on the month of hireYour career at Ace is more than just a job. It's a chance to be part of something meaningful. We help locally-owned businesses thrive and make an impact in their communities - and we support our employees in doing the same by offering an annual Ace Cares Week, 20 hours off work per year to volunteer at an organization of your choice, opportunities to help Children's Miracle Network Hospitals and the Ace Helpful Fund through the Ace FoundationAce invests in every employee we hire, with a key focus on development and coaching. We offer on-site classes, facilitator-led courses, and a generous tuition assistance program, plus a performance management approach that goes beyond the typical annual reviewWe know the work environment matters. That's why Ace holds frequent campus events like Employee Appreciation Week, vendor demos, cookouts, and merchandise salesWe bring them to you! Services such as mobile spas, auto maintenance, car wash and detailing, dry cleaning, dentists, eye doctors, flu shots, recycling and more!Employee discounts on Ace merchandise (including top brands like Weber, Traeger, Yeti, Craftsman, DeWalt and more), travel, fitness, computers and thousands moreBirth/Adoption bonding paid time offAdoption cost reimbursementEmployee Assistance Program (EAP) - access to free visits to therapists and lawyers, guidance on financial matters, elder and childcare, and assistance with tickets to entertainment eventsIdentity theft protection* Benefits are provided in compliance with applicable plans and policies.Want to be notified when new jobs are posted? Follow the link below to create an account and set up custom job alerts:Create Job AlertWe want to hear from you!Emery Jensen Distribution delivers wholesale products and best-in-class service to independent retailers in the Pro Lumber Yards, Home Centers, Paint, Hardware Stores, Decorating Stores, and E-retailer space. Our goal is to support sustainable and profitable growth for our customers by offering the broadest assortments, best pricing, and most knowledgeable team. We have national scale, a regional focus and the commitment to serve our customers and support each other. Come find out why a career with Emery Jensen Distribution is right for you.Equal Opportunity EmployerEmery Jensen Distribution is committed to a policy of promoting equal employment opportunities. The company recognizes the importance of diversity and leveraging the skills and talents of all people to the mutual advantage of each individual and the organization. The company is committed to the prevention of employment discrimination related to race, religion, color, sex (including sexual harassment), gender identity, national origin, age, marital status, disability and military or veteran status, sexual orientation or any other action covered by federal or applicable state/local laws.DisclaimerThe pay range for this position starts as listed in the job posting, but could be higher based on education and experience. Please note, compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each opening. We take into consideration the minimum requirements outlined in the job description, such as an individual's education, training and experience, the position's work location, required travel (if any), and external market conditions when determining the final salary for potential new hires. Be aware that salary estimates published via alternate online job boards may not be a true representation of the actual pay range offered for this position. Please refer to the Emery Jensen Distribution position description for the accurate starting pay range information and feel free to discuss this with a Talent Acquisition professional if you are chosen to move forward with an interview. This written "Position Description" is not intended to cover all aspects of the position listed. It is meant to cover the basic/general essential job functions of a particular position. Emery Jensen Distribution reserves the right to change job duties, including essential job functions, according to business necessity.It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Job Tags

Temporary work, Local area, Immediate start, Shift work,

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