Account Manager (Print & Graphics)

Description SGX, part of the Propelis Group, brings together more than 150 years of combined experience from SGS&Co and SGK, forming a powerhouse in packaging graphics, prepress, and print production. We offer a full suite of solutions, including artwork and file preparation, plate and cylinder production, and metal deco services, supported by advanced technology and a global footprint. The purpose of this role is to ensure the range of new and existing projects are managed effectively and efficiently. To ensure the work is strategically focused, delivered on time and on budget whilst championing the quality and delivery of all client projects. This role is hybrid in Richmond VA. Essential Responsibilities, Accountabilities & Results • Handling printer and CPG accounts and developing a strong solid business relationship with all stakeholders through regular and proactive contact. • Participate in art turnover meetings with CPG clients and printers • Deciding on best way to meet business objectives through effective sales promotion and consistently challenging the status quo. • Coordinating all aspects of the response to the client brief paying particular attention to quality and revenue generated. • Continually working to improve internal processes, communications and the working relationship between the assigned account team and all other departments at Propelis. • Monitoring progress, pre-empting any problems and making recommendations in regard to modifications required through a solution focussed approach. • Effectively obtaining and managing feedback from client. • Monitoring of competitor activity and reporting back to the client. • Striving to strengthen and extend the client relationship through the identification of business growth opportunities by demonstration of a full application of the marketing mix, retail techniques and legalities. • Ensuring a thorough understanding of the internal and billing procedures at Propelis, assisting in the completion of monthly financial summaries and forecasts together with the Account Director. Specification & Skills: • A confident, ambitious and persuasive manner • The ability to use own initiative • Innovative and creative qualities • Self motivation skills, passion, drive and can be a role model for others. • Superior organizational skills • The ability to work towards and meet deadlines within budget • Great attention to detail • Excellent communicator Internal & External Communications: • GP stakeholders and management, to effectively and efficiently manage the assigned account. • Creative Department, Project Managers, Brand Managers, Design Team, Planning, and various key personnel to ensure a strong working relationship with the named department. • Suppliers, to maintain a good working relationship with third party suppliers. • Finance, to ensure all Propelis' financial processes and procedures are adhered to at all times. Development Opportunities: Opportunity to develop within the assigned account team and potentially across Propelis through a proven track record of strong account handling skills, continued development of self, together with the desire to take your career to the next level. Educational & Experience Minimum Requirements This position requires the following knowledge and skills: • Bachelor’s degree in Business, Marketing or other related field. • 3+ years of experience in a Sales based capacity. • Experience in pre-press, packaging or other related industry preferred. About Propelis: Propelis is a portfolio of global marketing services and technology companies with a combined legacy of 150+ years , 2,000+ clients , 9,000 employees , and operations across 30 countries. Propelis provides the scale and support of a global organization while preserving the unique culture and identity of each company in its portfolio. For more information visit: www.SGXgraphics.com EEO Statement: We are proud to be an equal opportunity workplace. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit, and business need. We offer equal employment opportunities to employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, genetic information, age, disability or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. Equal Opportunity Employer Minorities/Women/Veterans/Disabled. We strive to make our employment website and application process accessible to all users and applicants. In doing so, we provide reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities. If you have a disability and require a reasonable accommodation or assistance completing the application process, please contact a member of our Human Resource Team. Our compensation reflects the cost of labor across several U.S. geographic markets, and we pay differently based on those defined markets. The U.S. pay range for this position is $62,000 USD - $72,000 USD annually. Ultimately, in determining pay, we will consider the successful candidate’s location, experience, and other job-related factors. Group benefits currently include a selection of health care plans with prescription drug coverage, dental plan, vision plan, basic and supplemental life insurance, a flexible spending account for medical and dependent care expenses or a health savings account based on plan selection, short/long term disability and 401(k) Savings Plan. #LI-AZ1 #LI-DNP Qualifications Skills Behaviors : Motivations : Education Preferred Bachelors or better. Experience Required 3 years: Years of experience in a Sales based capacity. Preferred • Experience in pre-press, packaging or other related industry preferred.