Account Manager

Avnet Abacus

Avnet Abacus is a pan-European distributor committed to supporting customers from design to fulfilment. Avnet Abacus’ exceptional linecard features globally recognized manufacturers and an extensive product range that includes interconnect, passive, electromechanical, power supply, energy storage, wireless & sensor products and solutions. Avnet Abacus is a regional business unit of Avnet with European headquarters in Belgium (Avnet Europe Comm. VA).

Job Summary:

Field sales executive focused on customers to achieve revenue and margin goals in assigned accounts. Identifies customer needs and applies company’s value proposition to drive sales growth and improved profitability. Develops strategic relationships and aligns customer and business goals, creating and managing a business and execution plan for shared success among the customer, vendor partners and the company.

For our Avnet Abacus Team in Netherlands (Breda) we are looking for:

Account Manager (m/f/x)

What's in it for You

• Career evolution – continuous training & learning opportunities
• Participation in exciting and motivating projects with a supportive team environment where everyone really is working toward the same goal
• A competitive salary and company car, also for private use
• Flexible mobile working (1 office day in Breda / week)
• Annual leave with extra days holiday by year of service plus special leave
• Health insurance and group accident insurance
• Reward schemes
• Employee Assistance Program
• At Avnet values such as integrity, customer service, responsibility, teamwork and innovation are highly valued
• You will end up in a growing and dynamic environment within a multinational with short communication lines
• There is an informal, pleasant and open atmosphere where independence and initiative are appreciated

Your Role & Responsibilities:

• Identify new sales/project opportunities at existing and prospective customers
• Provide best service to customers as well as information on products and services
• Work closely with Products Engineers to identify project opportunities and to generate design wins in cooperation with suppliers
• Meet with customers to identify product and service needs
• Maximize sales opportunities and profitability for the assigned customers to achieve the budget
• Closely cooperate with internal sales
• You report to the Reginal Sales Manager

Your Profile:

• High school diploma or equivalent with technical or commercial secondary education
• Experience in sales of technical products, preferably within the electronics and component industry
• A positive, customer-oriented and problem-solving attitude
• Independent and autonomous professional, but also a real team player with a sense of humor
• Excellent communication skills in both Dutch and English
• Deep knowledge in Microsoft Tools like Excel, Word, Teams, SAP, Sales Force
• Be up to date with the latest technology is an advantage
• Driving license and willing to travel (across Europe).

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The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills.

Avnet is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. If you are interested in applying for employment with Avnet and need special assistance or an accommodation to apply for a posted position contact our Human Resources Service Center in your region: Americas applicants – [email protected], Asia applicants - [email protected], EMEA applicants - [email protected]. 

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