Sales Account Manager Jobs at UniFirst with Visa Sponsorship
UniFirst hires Sales Account Managers to grow its uniform and workwear services business across local territories. The company has a track record of supporting work visa sponsorship for this function, making it a viable target if you're building a sales career in the U.S. on a sponsored visa.
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GENERAL SUMMARY
The Key Account Manager (KAM) enhances company value by retaining and growing UniFirst’s uniform rental, direct sale, and other products and services connected to our largest key accounts. The primary goal of this position is to maintain 94% to 100% of their customer base. The KAM must be fully responsible for the current status of the account and hold total accountability for all account metrics.
PRIMARY DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
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Develop and maintain relationships with key personnel and decision makers at all levels within your accounts through proactive outreach and meetings on and off account site.
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Conduct regular visits and schedule biannual account reviews (use tools such as report cards to quantify service performance).
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Use internal and external resources to retain customers, increase rental revenue, provide additional product information and develop new revenue opportunities.
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Update records with all pertinent information on a daily basis.
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Maintain customer contract/PO status and renew contracts/PO’s before they expire.
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Work closely with all UniFirst departments to ensure customer satisfaction exceeds customer’s expectation.
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Generate leads to turn over to Service and Sales teams (when necessary).
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Maintain internal interdepartmental relationships to ensure customer satisfaction, new business development, increased revenue, and increased profits.
ADDITIONAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
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Prepares reports of business transactions and keeps expense accounts.
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Communicates effectively with their manager about both service and sales challenges, successes, and needs associated with new business generation.
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Attends weekly meetings.
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Stay up-to-date on sales skills, professional knowledge and self-training to maximize professional growth and advancement.
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Assist the service team in stylizing uniform programs and renewing customers upon expiration.
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Stay up-to-date on Company capabilities, product lines and/or changes regarding sales and customer needs.
QUALIFICATIONS
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:
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College degree preferred.
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3 to 5+ years of successful sales and/or service experience.
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Individuals who drive their personal vehicles for business purposes will be required to comply with minimum auto insurance requirements per UniFirst's standards.
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Must be able to travel approximately 70% - 80% for customer interfacing.
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Excellent people, communication and interpersonal skills for relationship building.
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Strong contract and negotiation skills.
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Good judgment/decision making.
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Problem solving (solutions and execution).
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Order writing, proposals and pricing.
BENEFITS & PERKS
- 401K with Company Match, Profit Sharing, Health Insurance, Employee Assistance Program, Life Insurance, Paid Time Off, Tuition Reimbursement, 30% Employee Discount, Employee Referral Bonuses.
UniFirst is an international leader in garment & Uniform services industry. We currently employ over 14,000 team partners who serve 300,000 business customer locations throughout the U.S., Canada, and Europe.
We were included in the top 10 of Selling Power magazine’s “Best Companies to Sell For” list and recognized on Forbes magazine’s “Platinum 400 – Best Big Companies” list. As an 80-year old company focused on annual growth, there’s never been a better time to join our team.
UniFirst is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate in hiring or employment against any individual on the basis of race, color, gender, national origin, ancestry, religion, physical or mental disability, age, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, pregnancy, citizenship, or any other factor protected by anti-discrimination laws.
If you need accommodation for any part of the application process because of a medical condition or disability, please send an e-mail to TalentAcquisition@unifirst.com or call 800-347-7888 to let us know the nature of your request.
UniFirst Recruiters and/or representatives will not ask job seekers to provide personal financial information when submitting a job application. Please be vigilant as such requests for information may be fraudulent.

GENERAL SUMMARY
The Key Account Manager (KAM) enhances company value by retaining and growing UniFirst’s uniform rental, direct sale, and other products and services connected to our largest key accounts. The primary goal of this position is to maintain 94% to 100% of their customer base. The KAM must be fully responsible for the current status of the account and hold total accountability for all account metrics.
PRIMARY DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
-
Develop and maintain relationships with key personnel and decision makers at all levels within your accounts through proactive outreach and meetings on and off account site.
-
Conduct regular visits and schedule biannual account reviews (use tools such as report cards to quantify service performance).
-
Use internal and external resources to retain customers, increase rental revenue, provide additional product information and develop new revenue opportunities.
-
Update records with all pertinent information on a daily basis.
-
Maintain customer contract/PO status and renew contracts/PO’s before they expire.
-
Work closely with all UniFirst departments to ensure customer satisfaction exceeds customer’s expectation.
-
Generate leads to turn over to Service and Sales teams (when necessary).
-
Maintain internal interdepartmental relationships to ensure customer satisfaction, new business development, increased revenue, and increased profits.
ADDITIONAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
-
Prepares reports of business transactions and keeps expense accounts.
-
Communicates effectively with their manager about both service and sales challenges, successes, and needs associated with new business generation.
-
Attends weekly meetings.
-
Stay up-to-date on sales skills, professional knowledge and self-training to maximize professional growth and advancement.
-
Assist the service team in stylizing uniform programs and renewing customers upon expiration.
-
Stay up-to-date on Company capabilities, product lines and/or changes regarding sales and customer needs.
QUALIFICATIONS
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:
-
College degree preferred.
-
3 to 5+ years of successful sales and/or service experience.
-
Individuals who drive their personal vehicles for business purposes will be required to comply with minimum auto insurance requirements per UniFirst's standards.
-
Must be able to travel approximately 70% - 80% for customer interfacing.
-
Excellent people, communication and interpersonal skills for relationship building.
-
Strong contract and negotiation skills.
-
Good judgment/decision making.
-
Problem solving (solutions and execution).
-
Order writing, proposals and pricing.
BENEFITS & PERKS
- 401K with Company Match, Profit Sharing, Health Insurance, Employee Assistance Program, Life Insurance, Paid Time Off, Tuition Reimbursement, 30% Employee Discount, Employee Referral Bonuses.
UniFirst is an international leader in garment & Uniform services industry. We currently employ over 14,000 team partners who serve 300,000 business customer locations throughout the U.S., Canada, and Europe.
We were included in the top 10 of Selling Power magazine’s “Best Companies to Sell For” list and recognized on Forbes magazine’s “Platinum 400 – Best Big Companies” list. As an 80-year old company focused on annual growth, there’s never been a better time to join our team.
UniFirst is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate in hiring or employment against any individual on the basis of race, color, gender, national origin, ancestry, religion, physical or mental disability, age, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, pregnancy, citizenship, or any other factor protected by anti-discrimination laws.
If you need accommodation for any part of the application process because of a medical condition or disability, please send an e-mail to TalentAcquisition@unifirst.com or call 800-347-7888 to let us know the nature of your request.
UniFirst Recruiters and/or representatives will not ask job seekers to provide personal financial information when submitting a job application. Please be vigilant as such requests for information may be fraudulent.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding Sales Account Manager Jobs at UniFirst Jobs
Frame your resume around territory growth
UniFirst Sales Account Managers are hired to build and retain client books in defined territories. Quantify pipeline development, client retention, and new account wins from previous roles so your application directly maps to what hiring managers are evaluating.
Verify UniFirst's E-Verify enrollment before applying
Employers must be enrolled in E-Verify to hire F-1 OPT workers without additional complications. Confirming UniFirst's enrollment early tells you whether your work authorization status aligns before you invest time in the interview process.
Target open roles in smaller regional markets
UniFirst operates across dozens of U.S. service territories, and roles in mid-sized markets often move faster to offer stage than major metro postings. Applying to regional openings in Personal Services and uniform supply coverage areas can shorten your sponsorship timeline.
Clarify sponsorship intent during the offer conversation
Sales Account Manager roles at UniFirst are tied to local service routes, so hiring decisions are made at the regional level. Raise your visa status directly with the hiring manager before the final offer stage so H-1B or TN filing timelines can be planned with HR.
Align your OPT start date with UniFirst's hiring cycle
USCIS allows F-1 students to apply for OPT up to 90 days before their program end date. Timing your OPT authorization to begin when UniFirst's regional sales hiring peaks, typically Q1 and Q3, reduces the gap between offer and authorized start date.
Use Migrate Mate to identify active UniFirst openings
Sales Account Manager roles at UniFirst are posted across many regional markets simultaneously. Use Migrate Mate to filter for verified visa-sponsoring openings at UniFirst so you're applying to positions where sponsorship is already confirmed, not guessing from a generic job board.
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Find Sales Account Manager at UniFirst JobsFrequently Asked Questions
Does UniFirst sponsor H-1B visas for Sales Account Managers?
Yes, UniFirst has sponsored H-1B visas for Sales Account Manager roles. Because these positions are tied to specific regional territories, sponsorship decisions are typically made at the local or regional HR level rather than centrally. When you reach the offer stage, confirm directly with the hiring manager and regional HR that H-1B sponsorship is available for your specific opening, since availability can vary by location.
Which visa types are commonly used for Sales Account Manager roles at UniFirst?
UniFirst has sponsored H-1B visas for this role and has also hired candidates on F-1 OPT, F-1 CPT, TN, and J-1 status. F-1 OPT is commonly used by recent graduates entering sales roles before transitioning to H-1B sponsorship. TN visas are available to Canadian and Mexican nationals in qualifying professional categories. The right visa type depends on your citizenship, education, and current immigration status.
What qualifications or experience does UniFirst expect for Sales Account Manager candidates?
UniFirst typically looks for candidates with a background in B2B sales, account management, or client services. Experience selling into service-based industries, familiarity with territory management, and a demonstrated ability to build long-term client relationships are valued. A bachelor's degree in business, marketing, or a related field strengthens your application, particularly if you're seeking H-1B sponsorship, since the role needs to qualify as a specialty occupation under USCIS guidelines.
How do I apply for Sales Account Manager jobs at UniFirst?
Search for open Sales Account Manager positions at UniFirst through Migrate Mate, which filters for roles where visa sponsorship is confirmed. UniFirst posts openings across regional markets, so search by location to find the territory closest to where you want to work. Apply directly through the company's careers portal and be prepared to discuss your visa status early in the process so regional HR can plan filing timelines accordingly.
How do I plan my timeline if UniFirst offers me H-1B sponsorship for a Sales Account Manager role?
If you're on F-1 OPT, you can begin working while your employer files the H-1B petition during the April filing window for an October 1 start date. USCIS selects H-1B petitions through a lottery, so timing your OPT to cover the gap is critical. If you're outside the U.S. or on a different status, work with UniFirst's HR and an immigration attorney to assess TN or consular processing options as an alternative path.
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