Job description
Key Account Coordinator
Status: Non-Exempt (hourly)
Department: Sales
Position Summary
The Key Account Coordinator will provide value-added services for our field sales team. This role is responsible for working with the sales team regarding pricing, proposals, processing purchase orders, and various other administrative tasks for our customers. This role requires the ability to address a multitude of analytical and administrative support needs promptly and professionally while also requiring effective communication with other departments and customer contacts to achieve business goals.
Critical thinking and problem-solving skills are essential to success in this role. The ideal candidate must possess robust administrative skills and analytical aptitude, including proficiency with a variety of software applications and strong computer literacy, most importantly Salesforce and Microsoft Office. This role requires the ability to address a multitude of administrative support needs promptly and professionally while also requiring effective communication with other departments and customer contacts to achieve business goals.
Core Duties and Responsibilities
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Develop and maintain strong cross functional relationships and collaborate effectively throughout the business. Communicate regularly with internal project team members to clarify project expectations and meet commitments.
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Provide sales team with support for presentations and proposals that clearly demonstrate the value proposition and commercial structure.
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Prepare reports & recommendations for internal business leaders outlining progress towards department goals and other related reporting as required.
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Advise sales team related to customer specific pricing; maintain documentation related to all standard and non-standard pricing scenarios, and commercial documentation archives. Ensure CRM data is accurate and complete.
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Review and process purchase orders while ensuring that appropriate terms, conditions & pricing are included as applicable. Complete all necessary paperwork from start to completion of the sale. Ensure delivery dates and customer expectations are met.
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Collaborate cross-functionally to ensure alignment between sales and operations organizations, and other key business areas, to ensure accuracy in demand planning and forecasting to achieve revenue goals and meet customer expectations. Assist internal partners with customer sales transactions.
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Represent Plug Power in a professional manner at all times and in all interactions. Maintain a positive relationship with the customer.
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Perform all other duties as assigned.
Education and Experience
- Bachelor's degree preferred, or associate's degree required in business, marketing, communications or other related field of study with an additional 2 years of relevant work experience.
- A minimum of Two (2) years relevant work experience in sales, sales operations, marketing, finance, or a related field.
- Experience in any of the following is highly valued:
- Sales
- Marketing
- Economics
- Computer and software systems skills as applicable to position including but not limited to: Word, PowerPoint, Excel (intermediate or advanced level required), Outlook and Salesforce.com (highly preferred).
- Strong verbal and written communication skills.
- Dynamic interpersonal skills and the ability to effectively communicate with diverse audiences and stakeholders.
- Uncompromising dedication to quality.
- Demonstrated analytical abilities with strong attention to detail.
- Ability to manage complex projects and multi-task effectively.
- Ability to role model high standards of professionalism.
- Excellent follow-through.
- Must be driven and self-motivated.
Pay Rate
$27.50 - $40.00We offer a fantastic total rewards package at Plug, and a brief summary is below:
✓Base salary is determined on a number of factors including but not limited to education, experience, skills, and geography. These factors are considered when making an offer of employment. If you are interested in this position, we'd ask that you apply.
✓The above pay range, may not take into account local geographic pay variations. If there is an applicable geographic differential, a member of the HR team can discuss that with you.
✓Health, Dental & Vision Insurance eligibility starting from the first day of hire
✓401(k) with 5% company match
✓Bonus eligibility
✓Paid time off including vacation, personal and sick time
✓Paid Holidays
✓Wellness Reimbursement Program
✓Potential to apply for Tuition Reimbursement
✓Fertility and Family Building Benefit
✓Employee Referral program
✓Employee Assistance Program
Plug Power Inc. is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.
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About this role
About Plug Power
Company Overview
Plug Power Inc.
Latham, NY, United States
1997
Approximately 3,200 employees (source: stockanalysis.com). Revenue target of $20 billion by 2030 through hydrogen expansion (source: aviseanalytics.com).
What They Do
Plug Power's core technology focuses on hydrogen fuel cells, particularly proton exchange membrane (PEM) fuel cells, and green hydrogen production through electrolyzers powered by renewable energy sources such as wind, solar, and hydroelectric. This innovative approach allows for the splitting of water into hydrogen and oxygen, resulting in zero-carbon output (source: netzerocompare.com). Their key products include GenDrive, a PEM fuel cell system designed for material handling vehicles like forklifts, which can recharge in minutes compared to hours for traditional batteries, and GenSure, which provides stationary backup and grid support for various sectors including telecom and utilities (source: plugpower.com). Additionally, Plug Power offers ProGen fuel cell stacks and engines, which are scalable for various applications, and GenFuel, which provides onsite hydrogen fueling infrastructure (source: stockanalysis.com). Their target markets include material handling, e-mobility, stationary power, and industrial applications, with a focus on enhancing efficiency and productivity across sectors such as distribution, manufacturing, and logistics (source: plugpower.com). Plug Power is recognized as a leader in the commercialization of hydrogen fuel cells and is the largest liquid hydrogen buyer in North America, positioning itself competitively against other energy solutions like batteries (source: aviseanalytics.com).
Projects & Track Record
Plug Power has successfully deployed over 60,000 fuel cell systems globally, including more than 180 hydrogen fueling stations. Notable projects include the early adoption of GenDrive technology by the USPS forklift fleet in Capitol Heights, Maryland, in 2017, which marked a significant milestone in the company's history (source: aviseanalytics.com). Key completed projects feature installations for major clients such as Walmart, which has utilized Plug Power's systems to handle significant COVID-19 demand, and Amazon, BMW, Carrefour, and The Southern Company. In 2022, Walmart announced an agreement for up to 20 tons of liquid green hydrogen daily, showcasing the growing demand for Plug Power's solutions (source: netzerocompare.com). Ongoing projects include the manufacturing of megawatt-scale systems at the Vista facility in Latham, NY, and the establishment of hydrogen plants since 2020, alongside a $1.6 billion joint venture gigafactory with SK Group in South Korea (source: plugpower.com). Plug Power's partnerships emphasize the development of GenKey turnkey solutions, further solidifying its position in the hydrogen economy (source: aviseanalytics.com).
Recent Developments
In the past two years, Plug Power has achieved significant milestones, including surpassing 1 billion runtime hours for its fuel cells and continuing the rollout of megawatt-scale systems from its Latham Vista facility as of February 2024 (source: plugpower.com). The company also secured a deal with Walmart in 2022 for the supply of 20 tons of daily liquid green hydrogen, highlighting the increasing demand for sustainable energy solutions (source: netzerocompare.com). Additionally, Plug Power has raised a total of $37.12 million historically, with a notable $1.5 billion investment from SK Group in 2021, which has been pivotal for its growth and expansion strategies (source: wikipedia.org). The company has also been involved in the analysis of Bosch's automotive hydrogen strategy, indicating its active role in shaping the future of hydrogen technology (source: cbinsights.com).
Working There
Plug Power offers a diverse range of roles across various departments, including engineering (software, infrastructure, fuel cell design), product management, sales and marketing, operations, and executive leadership. The company employs over 3,200 professionals, primarily concentrated at its headquarters in Latham, NY, which serves as the core hub for its operations (source: stockanalysis.com). The company culture emphasizes innovation and collaboration, with state-of-the-art facilities designed to foster productivity and employee wellness. These facilities include open-plan offices, flexible seating, fitness centers, wellness rooms, and recreational areas, all aimed at creating a supportive work environment (source: salestools.io). Leadership at Plug Power includes CEO Andrew J. Marsh, President Sanjay K. Shrestha, CFO Paul B. Middleton, COO Dean C. Fullerton, and General Counsel Gerard L. Conway Jr., who guide the company through its growth in the hydrogen sector (source: stockanalysis.com).
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