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Sales Account Manager

Summary: The position of Account Manager is responsible for developing new business relationships and serving as the first level of support to existing clients.

Description:  
  • Develop prospective clients through several strategies including internet sourcing, trade show lists, referrals, yellow pages, various professional directories and personal investigation
  • Foster and close new clients through referrals, cold calling, networking, and other means (tradeshows, regional organizations, etc.)
  • Responsible for growing new business from existing clients, including working closely with senior leadership to expand current relationships and upsell the TransPerfect portfolio.
  • Creatively problem solve to improve current new business development strategy
  • Negotiate rates and deadlines with prospective and current clients
  • Educate prospective and existing clients regarding the translation process, including TransPerfect’s rates, justification for turnaround time, and competitors’ information
  • Liaise with production to ensure that all jobs are handled appropriately and with keen attention to detail, resulting in a perfect product
  • Consistently follow up with clients to ensure their satisfaction with delivery, quality and customer service
  • Understand all industries that TransPerfect markets to including industry leaders, current events and any other pertinent data
  • Perform other special projects or duties when required

Required Skills:  
  • Excellent written and verbal English communication skills
  • Minimum Bachelor's degree or equivalent
  • Excellent problem solving and analytical skills
  • Strong interpersonal skills
  • Effective time management
 
TransPerfect provides equal employment opportunity to all individuals regardless of their race, color, creed, religion, gender, age, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by state, federal, or local law.