Business Development Representative (Entry Level; Degree req. $65K)

Sales Account Manager (Entry Level)

Location: Cleveland, OH

Salary: $60,000 - $65,000 + Annual Bonus + Company Vehicle + Incredible Benefits

Benefits: 100% Employer Paid Medical, Dental, Vision, 401(K) w/match, Holidays, PTO, Company Truck

Job Type: Full-Time

Travel: 20-40% depending on client needs; Great Lakes region & New England

Start Date: ASAP

Sponsorship is not available

Sales Account Manager (Entry Level) Description

Our client, a well-established and recession-resistant industrial organization, is seeking a driven, curious, and relationship-oriented individual to join their team as a Sales Account Manager. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who is naturally inquisitive, enjoys problem-solving, and wants to build a long-term career in industrial sales and account management. You’ll gain hands-on exposure to working with major industrial clients (including steel mills), while being mentored by a supportive and experienced leadership team. If you’re someone who asks great questions, enjoys learning how things work, and thrives in a people-facing role—this is a strong launchpad for your career.

Sales Account Manager (Entry Level) Responsibilities

• Act as primary contact for steel mill and industrial accounts

• Build and maintain trusted, long-term customer relationships

• Communicate customer needs internally across operations and logistics

• Coordinate delivery, product specifications, and service expectations

• Conduct regular customer visits and check-ins

• Monitor account activity, feedback, and service levels; resolve issues proactively

• Identify opportunities to expand existing accounts

• Prepare quotes, proposals, and account documentation

• Track customer feedback and market trends

• Support leadership with pricing, renewals, and contracts

• Represent the company at customer meetings and industry events

• Continuously develop product, operational, and industry knowledge

Sales Account Manager (Entry Level) Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required

• Internship in Business, Sales, Industrial Distribution, Engineering or similar required

• Strong curiosity and desire to learn within an industrial or manufacturing environment required

• Willingness to travel locally and domestically (20–40%) required

• Valid driver’s license required