Account Executive II

WM • Hartford, CT • 1h ago

I. Job Summary

The Account Executive II (AE) generates shareholder value by using a consultative retention approach for larger and/or more complex Small/Medium Business WM customers in an assigned book of business, territory/segment. The AE manages existing business relationships focused on achieving budgeted retention goals by developing and implementing sound retention strategies, utilizing strong negotiation efforts to preserve business, and securing and updating contract agreements from WM customers as well as growing revenues from existing customers. The role of the AE is to maintain a net positive business performance in the commercial space through proactive outreach, account retention and revenue protection efforts to maintain a mutually beneficial alignment between the customer and WM's growth goals.

II. Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Serve as the lead point of contact for customer account management matters in an assigned book of business, establish and maintain a high level of customer satisfaction with internal and external customers, and build and maintain strong, long-lasting customer relationships.

Align Waste Management products and services with customer needs, propose solutions that are compliant with appropriate local, state and federal regulations, and increase account penetration through consultative selling skills.

Negotiate, update, and renew customer service agreements to maximize profits by providing ongoing education of contract details and use of strong negotiation skills.

Resolve challenging customer requests and collaborate with the Inside Sales Manager to resolve all customer escalations or issues.

Communicate rates, charges and service strategies with conviction as well as understand and effectively use customer incentives and concessions within appropriate profit targets and level of authority.

Collaborate with sales team to identify and grow opportunities within territory and engage additional WM business opportunities, referring internally as appropriate.

Use Waste Management sales productivity software tools accurately and consistently (i.e. Salesforce.com/Customer Relationship Management and Pricing Tools).

Prepare reports as needed and/or handle general administrative duties as appropriate.

III. Qualifications

A. Required Qualifications

High School Diploma or GED (accredited)

1 year WM experience or 5 years of business-to-business account management at a proficient level

Must be physically located in the South Atlantic states (NC, SC, or GA)

IV. Physical Requirements

Listed below are key points regarding physical demands, physical and occupational risks, and the work environment of the job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job.

Office: This job primarily operates in a professional office environment and routinely requires the use of standard office equipment such as computers, phones, copy machines, etc.

The expected hourly pay for this position across the U.S. is $24.47/hr. This rate represents a good faith estimate for this position. The specific salary offered to a successful candidate may be influenced by a variety of factors including the candidate's relevant experience, education, training, certifications, qualifications, and work location. In addition, this position is eligible for incentive pay.

V. Benefits

At WM, each eligible employee receives a competitive total compensation package that includes medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and short-term disability. In addition, we offer a stock purchase plan, company matching on a 401(k), and more. Employees also receive paid vacation, holidays, and personal days. Please note that benefits may vary by site.

If this sounds like the opportunity that you have been looking for, please click Apply.

Equal Opportunity Employer: Minority/Female/Disability/Veteran

Go to Apply

Share this job

Similar Jobs

Private Duty Marketing Liaison

Athena Health Care Systems • Manchester, CT • 5h ago

Sales & Marketing

Private Duty Marketing Liaison with Athena Care at Home! As a Private Duty Marketing Liaison, you will be responsible for establishing and growing referral relationships with physicians, referral sources, and the communi...

5h ago

Go to Apply

Marketing Communications Specialist

UnitedHealth Group • Hartford, CT • 5h ago

Sales & Marketing

Requisition number: 2382985 Job category: Communications This position is National Remote. You'll enjoy the flexibility to telecommute* from anywhere within the U.S. as you take on some tough challenges. For all hires in...

5h ago

Go to Apply

CRM Marketing Lead (Pod Lead)

Humana • Hartford, CT • 6h ago

Sales & Marketing

Become a part of our caring community The Engagement Marketing Lead (Pod Lead) for Go365 + Stars serves as the operational leader of an assigned marketing pod, translating journey strategies into high-quality, scalable m...

6h ago

Go to Apply

Outside Sales Representative

Acosta Group • Bristol, CT • 9h ago

Sales & Marketing

Outside Sales Representative General Information Company: ACO-US Location: BRISTOL, Connecticut, 06010 Ref #: 135772 Pay Rate: $ 20.00 Experience/skills and/or location may influence position wage rate Range Minimum: $ 2...

9h ago

Go to Apply

Outside Sales Representative

Acosta Group • Manchester, CT • 9h ago

Sales & Marketing

Outside Sales Representative General Information Company: ACO-US Location: MANCHESTER, Connecticut, 06040 Ref #: 135773 Pay Rate: $ 20.00 Experience/skills and/or location may influence position wage rate Range Minimum:...

9h ago

Go to Apply

Account Executive (Richmond)

Eliassen Group • Hartford, CT • 1d ago

Sales & Marketing

Account Executive (Richmond) Anywhere Type: Permanent Workplace Type: Remote Date Posted: 08/11/2026 Shortcut: http://internalcareers.eliassen.com/nCSaJf Description Recommended Jobs EliassenCorporate Account Executive P...

1d ago

Go to Apply

[EDGE Mid-Market Oracle Inside Sales Representative

Accenture • Hartford, CT • 2d ago

Sales & Marketing

WHO WE ARE: ? ? We are a global collective of innovators applying the New every day to improve the way the world works and lives. New doesn't mean being ahead of the curve; new is pushing forward the curve, riding the ed...

2d ago

Go to Apply

Director of Product Marketing

Norstella • Hartford, CT • 2d ago

Sales & Marketing

Director of Product Marketing Company: Norstella Location: Remote, United States Date Posted: Aug 10, 2026 Employment Type: Full Time Job ID: R-2128 Description At Norstella, our mission is simple: to help our clients br...

2d ago

Go to Apply

Marketing Channel Strategy Senior Associate

PwC • Hartford, CT • 2d ago

Sales & Marketing

The Opportunity As a Marketing Channel Strategy Senior Associate, you will play a pivotal role in developing and executing strategic sales and marketing initiatives within our Internal Firm Services practice. Your focus...

2d ago

Go to Apply

Sales Associate

Forman Mills • Springfield, MA • 2d ago

Sales & Marketing

Sales Associate The selling floor associate performs all merchandising tasks designed to make merchandise appealing to the customer. The selling floor associate also greets and assists customers to provide excellent cust...

2d ago

Go to Apply

Subscribe to get new jobs sent directly to you
(no charge, cancel anytime)