Apply for Account Manager - Winnipeg

Introduction:

Join Affinity Group and grow your career with one of Canada's fastest-growing IT consulting/recruiting companies, named one of Globe and Mail's Fastest Growing Companies for three consecutive years. We are looking for an experienced Account Manager to join our team and support our growth in Winnipeg.

Benefits:

• Market Opportunity: This role offers a unique opportunity to tap into Winnipeg's untapped accounts, presenting fresh and substantial growth prospects.
• Compensation: Industry-leading package including a competitive base salary, bonuses, and uncapped commissions starting from your first sale.
• Local Presence: Leverage Affinity’s already-developed, and growing presence in the Manitoba market with warm clients.
• Support Team: Access to a professional proposal response team to aid in your success.
• Flexibility: Work from home first (always) company, offering unparalleled flexibility.
• Culture & Growth: A positive company culture that prioritizes employee growth, satisfaction, and retention, with comprehensive training, onboarding, and development programs.
• Recognition: Financial recognition for existing business streams and 'sales contest wins' for more established AMs, ensuring a smooth transition.
• Career Advancement: Opportunities for senior leadership/strategic roles within the next 3 years due to our rapid growth.
• Dual Focus: Chance to support both client and consultant sides of deals.
• Referral Program: An industry-leading referral program to give you an edge in a competitive market.
• Recruitment Support: A market-leading recruitment division capable of supporting your business locally, or by bringing talent from around the world to Canada.
• Agile Company: An agile organization that will adapt to your market/circumstance in order to give you the best chance of winning.

Affinity's Philosophy:

We believe that if we can create an industry-leading workplace, we can attract the best workforce in the market, which will ultimately provide our customers with the best experience possible. For those already in the industry and considering making a move, Affinity is the right move.

Responsibilities:

Account Management and Client Engagement:

• Foster and maintain relationships with clients, ensuring their ongoing satisfaction with our services and products. Regularly communicate with clients to understand their needs and provide solutions that enhance their experience.
• Assist in identifying new business opportunities and support efforts in developing relationships with potential clients, contributing to the company's growth.

Client Communication and Service Coordination:

• Act as a key contact for assigned clients, managing day-to-day communications and ensuring their needs and queries are promptly addressed.
• Coordinate with internal teams to ensure timely delivery of services and products to clients, helping to resolve any issues that may arise during the delivery process.

Qualifications and Experience:

Account Management Experience:

• Minimum of 3 years’ experience as an Account Manager, specifically within the IT consulting/staffing industry.

Client Relationship and Government Acumen:

• Demonstrated ability to build and maintain strong relationships with clients, showcasing a deep understanding of their unique needs and operational standards. Proven capability to navigate and succeed within the [Calgary/Winnipeg/Regina] market.

Public Sector Contracting and Sourcing Skills

• Experience in sourcing, qualifying, and managing talent specifically for Winnipeg-based clients (ideally public sector).

Negotiation Skills and Competitive Drive:

• A strong competitive nature, with a track record of thriving in competitive environments. Must possess excellent negotiation and sales/persuasion skills, demonstrating the ability to close deals effectively and contribute to business growth.

Affinity Earn:

• Know someone who’s great for this, or any of our open roles? Earn $1,000 for a successful referral for this role through Affinity Earn. You can also earn up to $50,000 for helping us find new clients. Learn about our referral program at https://www.affinity-group.ca/earn or browse our jobs & follow us on LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/company/affinity-staffing/jobs/?viewAsMember=true.

Affinity Earn:

Know someone who’s great for this, or any of our open roles? Earn up to $4,000/year for each successful referral through Affinity Earn. You can also earn up to $50,000 for helping us find new clients. Learn about our referral program at https://affinity-group.ca/earn/ or browse our jobs & follow us at https://www.linkedin.com/company/affinity-staffing/jobs/

About Affinity: 

Affinity Group is a technology and business consulting and services company. We believe in creating long term relationships between clients and consultants that foster a mutually beneficial partnership. Affinity is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit and business need.

For more information on Affinity, please visit www.affinity-group.ca

Job Number: 11649