Account Director (Utilities)

Mindgrub Technologies is an award-winning agency whose mission is to drive efficiency, growth, and ROI through AI and digital innovation. We leverage a deep understanding of technology and growth strategy to deliver multi-channel solutions for enterprise clients, with a strong focus on the energy and utilities sectors.

Position Overview

We are seeking a dynamic and experienced Account Director to join our team, with a specific focus on the utility and energy markets. In this role, you will take charge of, manage, and expand a portfolio of our current energy and utility accounts, as well as help drive new sales for the organization by uncovering new opportunities in these industries.

Responsibilities

Account Management:

Building and maintaining strong relationships with our existing energy and utility clients. This includes understanding their unique challenges, pain points, and strategic priorities

Serve as the primary point of contact for key stakeholders on your accounts, establishing and maintaining strong relationships with those stakeholders

Understand clients' business as well as technical needs, goals, and objectives to effectively position our products/services and drive customer success

Regularly communicate with clients to provide updates, address concerns, and ensure their satisfaction with our products/services

Monitor account performance metrics, analyze data, and generate reports to track progress and identify areas for improvement

Perform Quarterly Business Reviews with your accounts to drive alignment and overall success for both parties including creating strategic plans

Account Expansion:

Identify and drive opportunities for account growth within the existing client base and develop strategies to capitalize on these opportunities

Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including sales, marketing, and product development, to align efforts and support account expansion initiatives

Conduct in-depth account reviews to uncover additional needs or areas where our products/services can provide value to clients

Present and promote new products, upgrades, or solutions to clients, emphasizing the benefits and potential impact on their business

Relationship Building:

Cultivate strong relationships with key stakeholders, serving as the primary point of contact for strategic accounts and ensuring their needs are met by proactively engage with clients by fostering strong relationships, acting as a trusted advisor, resource and partner

Attend and drive key client meetings, workshops, industry events, and networking sessions to stay updated on market trends and maintain a deep understanding of clients' businesses

Anticipate and resolve risk, issues or challenges that may arise, ensuring high client satisfaction and retention rates

Actively seek feedback from clients to identify areas for improvement and relay valuable insights to internal teams

Excellent communication, negotiation and relationship building skills

Sales Support:

Collaborate with the sales team to provide input and support in the development of account strategies, sales and expansion plans

Drive contract renewals, negotiations, and upselling opportunities, ensuring a smooth and successful process and provide support to your team as the drive to expansion in their accounts

Provide accurate and timely sales forecasts, account updates, and activity reports to management as well as assisting your team as they build theirs

Requirements

5+ years experience working in the energy and utilities industry strongly preferred

This position is fully remote. Candidates must be able to support occasional travel, as and when required to support client needs and industry events (less than 25% of time) 

5+ years of proven experience as an Account Director or similar leadership role, with a successful track record in managing and expanding current accounts in a B2B environment

Sales experience is preferred and considered beneficial, but is not required

Strong leadership and people management skills, with the ability to motivate and inspire a team towards achieving targets

Strategic thinker with a deep understanding of account management principles and best practices

Demonstrated track record of successfully managing and expanding current accounts, achieving revenue targets, and driving customer satisfaction

Excellent communication, negotiation, and presentation skills

Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities with the ability to interpret data and make data-driven decisions

Ability to build new and maintain relationships with key stakeholders at different levels within client organizations

Self-motivated, results-oriented, and able to work independently as well as in a team environment

Strong technical and business acumen

Proficiency in CRM software, and other relevant tools

Strong understanding of Cloud, Web, Mobile App, and Marketing principles preferred

Compensation

$130,000 - 140,000 USD plus uncapped Commission (up to 3% per eligible contract) for uncovering, initiating, and leading account expansion opportunities

Base compensation will be determined based on a variety of factors including skills, education, certifications, geographic location, and overall experience for the role

If you are a motivated leader with a proven ability to manage and expand current accounts, along with a passion for building high-performing teams, we invite you to apply for the position of Account Director. Join our dynamic organization and play a pivotal role in driving customer success, revenue growth, and the development of our account management team.

The Perks of Being a Full Time Mindgrubber 

Work remotely or in the office - your choice! 

Excellent benefits package that includes medical, dental, vision, and 401(k)

Employer-paid Short-Term Disability (STD)

Paid Time Off available when you start

Free access to Premium Calm app subscription

Annual training budget dedicated to your professional development

A variety of fun Mindgrub hosted events and Committees to join (e.g. Adventure Club, Fun Committee, DEI Committee, Mindgrub Meet Ups, and more!)

Inclusivity without exception | At Mindgrub we value and encourage mutual respect and acceptance. We know we all have something to contribute. We work every day to ensure all are welcome, and that we treat all people with fairness and dignity.

No phone calls or recruiters, please.

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