Operational Account Manager

Description -

Applies advanced subject matter knowledge to solve complex business issues and is regarded as a subject matter expert. Frequently contributes to the development of new ideas and methods. Works on complex problems where analysis of situations or data requires an in-depth evaluation of multiple factors. Leads and/or provides expertise to functional project teams and may participate in cross-functional initiatives. Acts as an expert providing direction and guidance to process improvements and establishing policies. Frequently represents the organization to external customers/clients. Exercises significant independent judgment within broadly defined policies and practices to determine best method for accomplishing work and achieving objectives. May provide mentoring and guidance to lower level employees.

Responsibilities:

• Manages the operational business relationship of mid- size to large domestic accounts; serves on account team.
• Conducts and reviews highly complex operational analysis.
• Acts as a point of escalation and collaborates with other functions to drive resolution of operational issues of medium to high complexity, in support of the customer/partner requirements.
• Represents the customer/partner needs and provides business requirements to projects of moderate to high complexity.
• Prepares and runs operational performance reviews with the customer/partner and supports improvement plans.
• Consults and advises on operational matters of medium complexity to internal clients at peer levels and above.
• Proactively communicates operational process changes to customers/partners and internal clients; supports the implementation phase.

Education and Experience Required:

• First-level university degree or equivalent experience; may have advanced university degree.
• Typically 4-6 years of related experience, preferably in supply chain, customer service, procurement or financial management.
• Typically 1-2 years of experience supporting large accounts.

Knowledge and Skills:

• Excellent communication skills (e.g. written, verbal, presentation); mastery in English and local language as well as other languages as required.
• Developing consulting, negotiation and influence skills.
• Solid understanding of core HP businesses and the revenue cycle.
• Superior research and analytical skills.
• Good knowledge of Microsoft Office tools, particularly Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
• Demonstrated project management skills such as planning, execution and implementation.
• Proven ability to collaborate and network with other groups and functions to reach business objectives, in support of the customer/partner requirements.
• Proven ability to establish and maintain good relationships with external customers/partners on peer level and one level above
• Basic financial and business acumen.
• Ability to identify and implement customer-specific process improvements.

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Job -

Sales Operations

Schedule -

Full time

Shift -

No shift premium (India)

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Relocation -

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