Sr Account Manager

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Detroit, MI, USA
In-Office
Senior level
Information Technology
The Role
Manages existing accounts across the Central Region, driving renewals, upsells, revenue growth, customer satisfaction, and pipeline performance. Develops client and partner relationships, supports RFP/RFI processes, forecasts opportunities, leads meetings, coordinates internal teams and trade shows, documents sales activity in Salesforce, and delivers account reports. The role requires extensive travel, strategic communication, technical learning ability, and experience with long sales cycles and government customers.
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Overview

ViaPath is seeking a Senior Account Manager to join our growing sales team. The selected individual will be responsible for delivering against net revenue targets (renewal and upsell) across ViaPath ‘growth’ product categories with respect to accounts with the existing business. 


This position will be remote based within the region it will be supporting (Central Region). For consideration, candidates must be based in one of the following states: TX, LA, ND, SD, NE, OK, KS, IA, IL, WI, MO, IN, OH, MI. Candidates must be located locally to an airport in order to meet the travel requirement of up to 75%.

Responsibilities
  • Develop and maintain assigned client, customer, and partner relationships
  • Coordinates Buyer / Channel Partner
  • Handle client communications and respond thoughtfully, strategically and in a timely manner, triaging communications as necessary
  • Educate assigned client, customers, and partners on ViaPath products and service to identify growth opportunities
  • Support the RFP/RFI process using client, customer, and partner in-depth knowledge working with cross functional teams
  • Manage, document, and forecast a pipeline of opportunities to drive retention and growth of both existing and new business
  • Conduct client and customer success activities to retain and build business including communicating Service Requirements
  • Coordinates Tradeshow activities
  • Develop and report monthly sales activity documentation – Sales Plays, Account Health, Financial Performance, etc.
  • Document quotes and other sales activities SalesForce
  • Coordinate with internal and external stakeholders to maintain transparency and effective communication
  • Anticipate problems, assess, and mitigate risks and proactively provide solutions
  • Prepare client and team meeting agendas, lead client and team meetings
  • Maintain the minimum weekly/daily metrics, and ensure quota is met consistently
  • Develop and deliver client reports as needed
  • Understand the changing business and technology issues and needs that our customers and potential customers face
  • Partner with Field Services team(s) to ensure overall account satisfaction  
Qualifications
  • A Bachelor’s degree in Sales, Business Management, or related field is preferred; 4 years of experience required in lieu of degree.
  • 5-8 years of client service experience, client management and/or sales experience, or corrections experience working with ViaPath products.
  • Demonstrated ability to develop multi-threaded relationships with clients and a proven track record of high customer satisfaction.
  • Ability to lead a team of professionals at various career levels, tied to distinct groups within the organization to drive the overall strategic account growth plan.
  • Ability to manage multiple accounts and varied customer contacts.
  • Ability to upsell at existing accounts.
  • Recognized by others as a strong communicator and collaborator.
  • Polished and seasoned presenter.
  • Relatable and able to carry conversations on a wide range of subjects and adapt to the environment
  • Experience in servicing, supporting or selling relationship-based services in industries with a long sales cycle and frequent interaction with government entities at a prominent level, is preferred.
  • Driven individual with ability to work independently in competitive marketplace.
  • Technical background and/or ability to acquire technical knowledge to break solutions down for non-technical customers.
  • Experience with Salesforce.com or similar CRM applications.
  • Ability to travel up to 75% monthly.

Additional Information

ViaPath is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all qualified individuals and to maintaining a workplace free from discrimination and harassment. Employment decisions are based on individual merit, qualifications, performance, and business needs. In accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws, ViaPath does not discriminate or permit harassment against any employee or applicant based on any characteristic protected by law. ViaPath’s commitment applies to the fullest extent required by federal, state, and local laws applicable to its contracts and operations.


Benefits Overview


ViaPath is committed to supporting the health, well-being, and security of our employees. Eligible full-time employees have access to a comprehensive benefits package that includes:


  • Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance – Multiple plan options designed to support a variety of coverage needs.
  • Health Saving Accounts (HSA) and Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) – Employer provided contribution to the HSA for eligible medical plans. Healthcare and dependent care spending accounts available.
  • Flexible Time Off (FTO) – Including vacation and sick time
  • Company Holidays
  • Retirement Plan (401(k)) – Traditional and Roth 401(k) options available including employer matching contributions.
  • Life & Disability Insurance – Company-paid basic life insurance and short-term disability; additional voluntary coverage available.
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP) – Free, confidential support for personal, financial, and family matters.
  • Additional Well-Being Resources – Includes access to Care.com, Calm, Active&Fit, Telavet, LegalShield, and other lifestyle resources and discounted services.

 

Eligibility for certain benefits may depend on employee status, work location, and applicable plan documents. Benefits and terms are subject to change. The information above provides a brief summary of our benefit programs. Actual coverage details are governed by the official plan documents, which control in the event of conflict. ViaPath reserves the right to modify or terminate any benefit program at any time.


Skills Required

  • Bachelor’s degree in Sales, Business Management, or a related field
  • Four years of relevant experience in lieu of a bachelor’s degree
  • Five to eight years of client service, client management, sales, or relevant ViaPath corrections experience
  • Experience developing multi-threaded client relationships and achieving high customer satisfaction
  • Ability to lead professionals across distinct organizational groups to execute strategic account growth plans
  • Ability to manage multiple accounts and varied customer contacts
  • Ability to upsell within existing accounts
  • Strong communication and collaboration skills
  • Strong presentation skills
  • Experience servicing, supporting, or selling relationship-based services in long-sales-cycle industries with frequent government interaction
  • Ability to work independently in a competitive marketplace
  • Technical background or ability to acquire technical knowledge and explain solutions to nontechnical customers
  • Experience with Salesforce.com or similar CRM applications
  • Ability to travel up to 75% monthly
  • Residence in one of the listed Central Region states and proximity to an airport
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The Company
HQ: Falls Church, VA
584 Employees

What We Do

As a pioneer in corrections technology, GTL has been advancing communications and operations for more than thirty years. Over that time, we’ve developed technologies and secured partnerships that drive transformation. With a newly refined vision to ensure safer environments, strengthen connections, and improve lives and communities, GTL is now ViaPath Technologies. Our solutions improve the here and now and empower people to realize the potential of tomorrow. We are the technology leader that is helping people connect with purpose

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