National Account Preferred Vendor Executive

Wilmington, Massachusetts

Job ID: 2402004

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Overview

This is not just another “Sales Job.” It’s the start of your new Sales Career!

• Full-Time

• Travel: Local

Skills & Traits

What makes a successful Outside Sales Representative at UniFirst? Check out the traits we're looking for and see if you have what it takes.

• Ethical 10

• Resourceful 10

• Persuasive 9

• Competitive 10

• Assertive 10

• Optimistic

• Confident

• Self-Disciplined

• Coachable

• Hardworking

Perks

Medical Insurance

Dental & Vision

Uncapped Commission

5-Star Trip for 2 for top performers

401K

Tutition Reimbursment

Profit Sharing

Advancement Opportunities

Responsibilities

The National Account Preferred Vendor Executive will have total responsibility for execution of National Service programs, account relationship management, revenue growth, and contract renewals for UniFirst National Account Preferred Vendor customers. Effectively coordinate operational support and related duties consistent with customer contractual agreements and expectations. Primary responsibilities include program implementation, program compliance, program and service management, service concern identification and resolution, organic revenue growth, and contract renewals.

Responsibilities:

• Manage relationships with primary key points-of-contact among UniFirst, its partner National Account Preferred Vendor Corporate contact(s), the individual National Account customer sites and the respective UniFirst service location.

• Ensure customer expectations are met in accordance to the terms of the National Account Preferred Vendor Service Agreement.

• Negotiate contract renewals.

• Facilitate contracted price adjustments.

• Add new items to customer agreements where applicable.

• Prepare and deliver specified customer reports to effectively execute and manage all assigned accounts and responsibilities.

Qualifications

Education:

• Bachelor’s degree is preferred.

Experience:

• 5 years of experience in Service Management or Sales Management in a service industry required.

• 3 years of experience in National Account Program Management or Key Account Sales Management is preferred.

• Experience with contract negotiations with large impact customers at the Executive or “C” decision making level is preferred.

• Autonomous, progressive “take-charge” attitude; ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines with minimal supervision.

• Ability to multitask, understand, recognize, and prioritize work load.

• Solid computer skills in Microsoft Office, Lotus Notes, and the Internet.

• Textile Services Industry experience preferred.

Additional Requirements:

• Ability to travel overnight up to 25%.

Salary Range: $80,000-$85,000 annually. Final determination of salary will be based on relative experience and geographic location of the hired candidate.

Benefits & Perks:

401K with Company Match, Profit Sharing, Health Insurance, Employee Assistance Program, Life Insurance, Paid Time Off, Tuition Reimbursement, 30% Employee Discount, Employee Referral Bonuses.

UniFirst is an international leader in garment & Uniform services industry. We currently employ over 14,000 team partners who serve 300,000 business customer locations throughout the U.S., Canada, and Europe.

We were included in the top 10 of Selling Power magazine’s “Best Companies to Sell For” list and recognized on Forbes magazine’s “Platinum 400 – Best Big Companies” list. As an 80-year old company focused on annual growth, there’s never been a better time to join our team.

UniFirst is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate in hiring or employment against any individual on the basis of race, color, gender, national origin, ancestry, religion, physical or mental disability, age, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, pregnancy, citizenship, or any other factor protected by anti-discrimination laws

UniFirst is an equal employment/affirmative action

employer. If you need accommodation for any part of the application process

because of a medical condition or disability, please send an e-mail to TalentAcquisition@unifirst.com or

call to let us know the nature of your request.

UniFirst Recruiters and/or representatives will not ask job seekers to provide personal financial information when submitting a job application. Please be vigilant as such requests for information may be fraudulent.

UniFirst is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. We do not discriminate in hiring or employment against any individual on the basis of race, color, gender, national origin, ancestry, religion, physical or mental disability, age, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, pregnancy, citizenship, or any other factor protected by anti-discrimination laws.

If you need accommodation for any part of the application process because of a medical condition or disability, please send an e-mail to TalentAcquisition@unifirst.com or

call 800-347-7888 to let us know the nature of your request.