Senior Account Manager - IT Solutions
Location: Houston, TX (Remote – South Region)
Job Title: Senior Account Manager – IT Solutions
About Rittal
Rittal is a leading global provider of solutions for industrial enclosures, power distribution, climate control, and IT infrastructure, as well as software and services. The company is a member of the Friedhelm Loh Group, a successful international player with 18 production plants, 80 subsidiaries, and 12,000 employees.
Rittal LLC has built a strong tradition of innovation and takes pride in a progressive approach to engineering. We design and manufacture the world’s leading industrial and IT enclosures, racks, and accessories, including high-efficiency, high-density power management, and climate control systems for industrial, data center, outdoor, and hybrid applications.
Primary Activities/Duties
- Represent and communicate Rittal’s IT product line to potential and existing customers.
- Assess customer product needs and provide full-scope product solutions.
- Service existing accounts, obtain orders, and establish new accounts through proactive outreach.
- Tailor sales presentations based on account history and customer needs.
- Submit monthly activity reports and territory analyses to management.
- Monitor competitive activity and market trends to inform strategy.
- Resolve customer complaints by investigating issues and recommending solutions.
- Attend networking events within the assigned territory.
- Increase sales and market share through daily customer contact, lead follow-up, and cold calling.
- Collaborate with Inside Sales to provide timely and profitable quotes.
- Assist in developing and implementing the annual business plan.
- Keep management informed of market trends and emerging sales opportunities.
- Manage and recruit local distributors to grow market share.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Business or related field required, or equivalent experience.
- Minimum 5 years of IT sales experience, specifically with Edge, data centers, and colocation customers.
- Strong understanding of the IT market in Texas and the South Region.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
- Experience with CRM tools preferred.
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Exceptional time management, attention to detail, and follow-up skills.
If you require reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process due to a disability, you may contact the company’s Human Resources Department at (937) 399-0500.
This option is reserved for individuals who require accommodation due to a disability.
Rittal LLC and Eplan are proud to be an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer. EEO, including Disability/Vets.