Account Manager

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Account Manager – Entry-Level Sales (Kansas City, MO)

Pay: $60,000 – $70,000 (depending on experience)
Location: Kansas City, MO
Reports To: Vice President of Sales & Customer Service
Department: Sales
FLSA Status: Exempt
Travel: Some overnight travel required

Start Your Sales Career with American Roller – A Leader in Manufacturing!

Are you a recent college graduate or early-career professional eager to launch your career in sales?
American Roller Company is looking for a motivated and technically minded Account Manager to service and grow customer accounts in the Kansas City region. If you’re eager to learn, grow, and succeed with a company that’s a key player in the manufacturing industry, this could be the perfect start for you!

About American Roller

Since 1938, American Roller Company has been the leader in industrial rollers and coatings. Guided by the American Roller Way, we prioritize safety, innovation, quality, and continuous improvement. We empower our people and drive customer success with cutting-edge solutions in the rubber and polymer industries.
With multiple facilities across the United States, we’re looking for skilled, growth-minded individuals to join our team.

Why Join American Roller?

Established Leader:
At American Roller, we're a mid-sized industrial manufacturing company recognized for our expertise in roller cores, covers, and coatings across all web processing markets.

Supportive Environment:
You’ll have access to our top-tier Engineering and Inside Sales teams, giving you the tools and knowledge to grow and thrive in your role.

Growth Potential:
Manage an established territory with a loyal customer base and clear opportunities for expansion and career advancement.

Career Development:
We’ll provide product training, mentoring, and sales development to help you build the foundation for a successful long-term career in industrial sales.

What You’ll Do

• Present and Sell: Introduce American Roller’s high-quality products and services to new and existing customers, showing the value we bring to their operations.
• Prospect & Connect: Actively seek out potential customers and build lasting relationships.
• Achieve & Exceed Targets: Meet sales goals with the full support of your team at American Roller.
• Stay Engaged: Regularly follow up with clients to keep them informed of the latest developments and product innovations.
• Collaborate: Work closely with internal teams to ensure customer satisfaction and success.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required (Engineering, Business, or related field preferred).
• 1–3 years of experience in sales, customer service, or a technical field (internships and co-ops welcome!).
• Strong communication, relationship-building, and organizational skills.
• Technical or mechanical aptitude is a plus.
• Self-starter with a desire to grow and succeed in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $60,000.00 - $70,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Work Location: On the road