Account Manager

Account Manager (Open)Location: Lodi, CA - Retail shopHow Will You Contribute and Grow?Airgas is Hiring for an Account Manager in Lodi, CAAt Airgas, we are committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace that embraces the diversity of our employees, our customers, patients, community stakeholders and cultures across the world.We are looking for youTarget Annual Salary: $71,000 to $80,000 with a 30% commission bonus plan and a car allowance. (Base + Bonus is $101,000 - $114,000)Recruiter: Josselyn Suarez / Josselyn.suarez@airliquide.com / (562) 247-0786 CALL/TEXTResponsible for selling welding products as well as industrial and specialty gasses. They will advise customers on tools, hardware and materials needed and procedures to follow. Sells abrasive products such as wheels, disks, and belts, sells safety apparel and equipment such as goggles, helmets, hearing protection devices, welding jackets, etc. Calls on prospective and existing customers to increase sales. Works with Airgas Product specialists and VMI Technicians to bring value and added resources to improve customer's profitability.Responsible for adherence to company policies including safety and the use of personal protective equipment.Lead and promote safety, attend safety meetings and strictly observe safety rules. Ensure any injury or accident is reported immediately, and investigated promptly.Maintain a positive work atmosphere by acting and communicating in a manner so that you get along with customers, vendors, co-workers and management.Builds strong relationships with all branch personnel and create open communication with branch managers to grow and support business.Actively pursue and acquire, on an ongoing basis, new and competitive accounts with emphasis on gasses, business and product supply agreements.Expands existing customer base with all product lines from Airgas NCN inventory.Maintains and upgrades selling skills and technical/product knowledge.Completes and turns in sales-related paperwork (call reports, cylinder audits, month-end reports, etc.) in a timely manner.Prepares annual sales analysis and forecasts for the manager.Provides market and competitor information to the manager.Uses computer database systems, checks inventory and enters orders as required.Maintains a professional and neat appearance of self and vehicle when representing the company.Ensures customer inquiries related to billing problems, cylinder balances, order status, time of delivery, etc. are promptly and courteously handled, providing follow-up as necessary.Manage pricing strategies and gross margins of assigned accounts.Schedule joint sales calls with vendors and Airgas Product Specialists.All employees are expected to perform any reasonable work request that falls within the qualifications but not specifically described.Are you a Match?Required Qualifications:High school diploma or equivalent with Bachelors degree preferred with related experience or equivalent combination of both.At least two years experience in industrial sales.At least five years experience in outside sales. At least five years directly related industry experience may be considered lieu of outside sales experience.Must be able to work flexible hours to meet customer needs and management expectations.Must be able to work with a wide variety of people with different personalities and backgrounds.Must be able to operate in a drug-free workplace.Preferred Qualifications:Some experience in handling compressed gasses is preferred.Welding product knowledge is a plus.Customer service or sales experience in the local market.Proficiency working with personal computer applications such as Google G Suite (GMAIL, Sheets, Slides, Docs, etc.).Ability to work independently and under some pressure to meet deadlines.Excellent oral and written communication skills.Ability to read and comprehend safety data sheets.BenefitsWe care about and support all Airgas associates. This is evident not only through our competitive compensation but also through a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, and vision plans, vacation, sick time, floating holidays, and paid holidays for full-time employees.We provide a progressive parental leave package for our eligible Airgas parents, offering generous paid time off for the birth or placement of children.Additionally, we offer our employees a 401k plan with company matching funds, tuition reimbursement, discounted college tuition for employees dependents, and an Airgas Scholarship Program.Your Differences Enhance Our PerformanceAt Airgas, we are committed to building a workplace that embraces the diversity of our employees, our customers, patients, community stakeholders and cultures across the world.We welcome and consider applications from all qualified applicants, regardless of their race, gender, sexual orientation, religion, disability or any other protected characteristic. We strongly believe a diverse organization opens up opportunities for people to express their talent, both individually and collectively and it helps foster our ability to innovate by living our fundamentals, acting for our success and creating an engaging environment in a changing world.About AirgasAirgas, an Air Liquide company, is a leading U.S. supplier of industrial, medical and specialty gases, as well as hardgoods and related products; one of the largest U.S. suppliers of safety products; and a leading U.S. supplier of ammonia products and process chemicals. Through the passion and diversity of its 18,000 associates, Airgas fosters a culture of safety, customer success, sustainability and innovation. Airgas associates are empowered to share ideas, take initiative and make decisions.Airgas is a subsidiary of Air Liquide, a world leader in gases, technologies and services for industry and healthcare. Present in 60 countries with approximately 66,500 employees, Air Liquide serves more than 4 million customers and patients.Join us for a stimulating experience: At Airgas, you matter and so does the work you do. As a member of our team, you play an important role in the success of your team, making sure our products are created sustainably and delivered safely and efficiently. In turn, you'll find a welcoming workplace where you're valued for who you are and where you can fill your potential while growing a fulfilling career whatever path you choose.Equal Employment Opportunity InformationWe are an equal opportunity employer. We welcome all qualified applicants regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic. Airgas, an Air Liquide Company is a Government contractor subject to the Vietnam Era Veterans' Readjustment Assistance Act of 1974 and Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973. Airgas does not discriminate against qualified applicants with disabilities, and is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to the known disabilities of such individuals so as to ensure equal access to benefits and privileges of employment. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation as part of the employment selection process, please contact us by email at us-accommodationrequest@airgas.com.