Account Executive, Sr. - Advertising jobs in Houston, TX

Houston, TX – Sr Sales Account Executive (MEP)

Company Overview

Crete United was founded in 2020 and is one of the largest and fastest growing unified networks of local mechanical, electrical and plumbing (MEP), Building Automation and Energy Efficiency Solutions companies in the US with over 40 companies spanning 17 states. Our power is our network, and our network is expanding to include Crete Building Services.

At Crete United, we turn aspiration into action. We believe that by integrating ourselves within our communities, we can help create healthier places and healthier lives. To us, sustainability is much more than just going carbon neutral. It’s a way of life and work. It’s a commitment. And it’s what we work toward every single day here at Crete United.

If you want a career with an organization that prioritizes the physical and mental health of its people and their communities - a single source sustainability powerhouse, look no further.

Position Overview

The Sr Sales Account Executive (Houston, TX based) will be responsible for managing and developing new business for Texas market. You will attract new clients by establishing and retaining the relationship, identifying, and meeting all their MEP requests, and ensuring that they receive outstanding customer service from all our MEP departments. The ideal candidate will have a track record of successful MEP sales experience, be high energy with a competitive growth mindset and ready to deliver outstanding service for our partners and clients. We are a fast-paced, growing company committed to providing the tools, and resources needed for our team members to achieve success. 

Key Deliverables:

• Develop and maintain strategic long-term relationships with customers to accomplish organic growth and long-term company objectives in owner direct service, preventative maintenance and retro-fit business. 
• Deliver new customers to achieve organizational and revenue objectives.
• Master the Endorsed Partner strategic points of differentiation and deliver a targeted sales strategy to capitalize on it.
• Be a true hunter of new business relationships and a world class closer.

Key Responsibilities: 

• Manage accounts of all sizes by representing the Crete United team externally with customers and internally by working with operations, service and supporting positions
• Develop a thorough understanding of the customers’ position in the market, their product/service, points of difference and competitive landscape.
• Manage customer input and feedback for all projects with detailed direction and timelines.
• Manage RFP proposals to deliver wins.
• Facilitate execution as a strategic orchestrator, ensuring Endorsed Partners deliver on the promises we’ve made, and the results customers expect.
• Establish and build strong working relationships with business leaders at all levels.
• Manage day-to-day customer communication and ongoing relationships as it relates to current, new and upcoming projects.
• As necessary, visit customers, attend trade shows and other industry events to capitalize on networking and relationship-building opportunities.
• Proactively remain connected to customers and the ever-changing market to access new search opportunities and ensure all viable customers are engaged on a regular and effective basis.
• Influence customers to make the right business decision by persuading collaboratively and by helping them see the financial and non-financial impact of their decisions to their organizations.
• Responsible for the solicitation of project documents and information
• Follow up on all outstanding RFP’s and project bids with customers.

Skills and Experience:

• BA in business administration, or similar relevant field experience
• 5 years of sales experience within the Industrial, Construction / Service industry
• Demonstrable sales results and an established book of business
• Outstanding communication and interpersonal skills
• Excellent networking and relationship building skills.
• Ability to prioritize and meet critical deadlines.
• Problem-solving and negotiation aptitude
• Proven ability to contribute in a fast-paced environment consistently and positively.
• Ability to effectively communicate with customer leaders of all levels (C-level down to entry-level support roles)
• Ability to work independently and manage personal time, keeping deliverables and deadlines top of mind.
• Creative thinking and problem-solving aptitude
• Strong writing, phone, and presentation skills
• Salesforce experience preferred.

Compensation and Benefits

• Highly competitive base annual salary (DOE) and lucrative performance-based commission/ annual bonus structure. 
• Generous company contribution for the employee, including spouse and dependents for Medical, Dental, Vision. Life and Disability Insurance
• Unlimited PTO and Paid Holidays.
• 401k with 4% company match- vested immediately once eligible.
• Vehicle allowance, cell phone and business expense reimbursements. 

For immediate and confidential consideration please call Paul Pruitt at 715-808-5712