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Location: Pittsburgh, PA, United States
Job ID: 88316
We Elevate... Quality of urban life
Our elevators, escalators, and moving walks safely transport more than two billion of us up and down buildings and across transportation hubs every day. As part of the Schindler team, you’ll discover meaningful work that enhances quality of life for communities, and contribute to making places more accessible, inclusive, and sustainable for all. By joining us, you don’t just become part of our success story; you help shape the future and continue our rich legacy that started back in 1874.
Join us as a
Sales Account Manager - Existing Installations
Your main responsibilities
PRIMARY FUNCTION / POSITION OVERVIEW:
As an Existing Installation (EI) Sales Account Manager at Schindler, you will cultivate relationships with customers to drive sales for elevator and escalator services, including maintenance, repairs, and upgrades. You will ensure high levels of customer satisfaction, as well as identify and pursue sales opportunities, manage existing and new customer accounts, and retain customers. You will act as a liaison between the customer and Schindler to build strong, long-term relationships and leverage industry knowledge to achieve sales targets.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
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Customer Account Management: Build and manage favorable client relationships within a designated sales territory to secure and renew service agreements. Handle customer inquiries and ensure satisfactory resolution with a focus on revenue generation. Meet regularly with clients to understand their business requirements and develop solutions to meet the needs of their property. Manage and oversee the accounts receivable of your assigned portfolio, ensuring timely and accurate payments.
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Communication: Communicate effectively with both customers and internal stakeholders to ensure customer satisfaction and achievement of sales objectives.
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Collaboration: Partner daily with the Field Superintendent and technicians to drive lead generation and ensure an excellent total customer experience from initiation through delivery.
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Sales & Opportunity Identification: Identify and pursue sales opportunities through key customer contacts and industry information. Qualify customer needs to secure profitable solutions leveraging company products and services. Introduce new technology and associated services to customers, clearly illustrate the value that these products and services offer customers.
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Negotiation & Strategy: Negotiate contract terms favorable to the company while also delivering on customer requirements. Develop and implement sales strategies that align with internal product strategies and competitive market conditions with minimal supervision.
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Documentation & Compliance: Prepare estimates and communicate proposals with customers. Maintain accurate customer records and files in accordance with company procedures. Ensure compliance with established policies and procedures.
What you bring
- Major: Bachelor’s degree with 2+ years of B2B sales experience in the elevator or related industry.
OTHER SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:
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Effective presentation skills and proficiency in Microsoft Office applications.
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Strong communication, negotiation, objection handling and closing skills with a proven sales track record.
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Ability to empathize, listen and connect with people to form outstanding customer relationships.
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Excellent time management, organizational skills, and problem-solving abilities.
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Motivated, resilient, and customer-focused mindset with a strong character aligned with Schindler’s values.
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Experience with SAP and a results-driven mindset to thrive in a competitive sales environment.
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Demonstrated ability to handle a mix of office and fieldwork, with flexibility for travel and managing customer interactions.
FUNCTIONAL/TECHNICAL EXPERTISE
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Customer Account Management: proficient in building and managing client relationships, ability to handle challenging inquiries, while ensuring satisfactory resolution with a focus on revenue generation.
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Negotiation & Strategy: experienced in the ability to negotiate contract terms and develop sales strategies that align with the customers’ needs and Schindler values and are compliant with all regulations. Effectively addresses and overcomes objections from clients in negotiations.
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Sales & Closing Skills: proficient in closing deals and securing agreements when finalizing contracts. Ability to independently identify and pursue sales opportunities, qualifying customers’ needs and introducing new services and technology.
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Effective communication skills are required when communicating with customers and internal stakeholders to ensure customer satisfaction and the achievement of sales objectives.
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Leadership: ability to provide guidance and expert support to more junior sales account managers and representatives. Proven track of collaborating with Field Superintendents and technicians with quality improvement processes.
What’s in it for you?
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Fully vested 401k match, up to 7% of total eligible compensation.
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Competitive Medical, Dental and Vision Plans - Effective from first day of hire.
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3 weeks’ vacation which increases with tenure, 7 sick days, 3 floating holidays and 8 Company Observed Holidays.
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Tuition Reimbursement - Eligible after 6 months of service.
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Parental Leave – 100% base pay for 6 consecutive weeks within first year of a child’s birth or adoption.
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A wide range of development opportunities to boost your professional and leadership growth.
We Elevate… Your Career
Become part of our team, help us enhance quality of life and drive innovation while raising the bar for safety and sustainability. We value your diverse skills and perspectives as together we shape the sustainable cities of today and tomorrow.
Don’t meet every single requirement? If you’re excited about this role but your experience doesn’t align perfectly with the qualifications listed in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyway! You may just be the right candidate for this or other roles!
Are you ready to embark on a new journey? Join #TeamSchindler! Our Core Values:
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Safety: Uphold the highest safety standards for all.
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Integrity and Trust: Foster honest, ethical relationships.
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Create Value for the Customer: Deliver innovative, reliable solutions.
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Quality: Ensure excellence in every product and service.
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Commitment to People Development: Nurture our people, they are the heart of our success.
At Schindler Group we value inclusion and diversity, and practice equity to create equal opportunities for all. We endeavor that all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, ethnic background, color, religious affiliation, union affiliation, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital status, national origin, nationality, genetics and health, disability or veteran status.
Any unsolicited application from Recruitment Agencies is deemed to be rejected and does not constitute in any manner an offer from a Recruitment Agency.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding H-1B Visa Sponsorship as a Sales Account Manager
Document your degree's direct relevance
USCIS scrutinizes Sales Account Manager petitions because the role can seem general. Pull your official transcripts and map your coursework to the job description. A business or marketing degree with coursework in sales strategy, client management, or market analysis strengthens the specialty occupation argument.
Verify the prevailing wage before negotiating
Use the OFLC Wage Search to look up the prevailing wage for your exact SOC code and work location before you discuss compensation. Employers must pay at least the DOL wage level on the certified LCA, so knowing the floor protects you from underpayment.
Target employers with consistent LCA filing history
Search Migrate Mate to filter Sales Account Manager roles by employers with active H-1B LCA filing history. Consistent DOL filings signal that a company's legal and HR teams already know the process, which reduces delays and the risk of a withdrawn offer.
Ask about the cap-exempt filing route early
Some technology firms, nonprofits, and research organizations qualify as cap-exempt employers, letting them file H-1B petitions outside the annual lottery. Ask during the recruiter screen whether the company has filed cap-exempt petitions before and whether your role would qualify.
Understand how quota-year timing affects your start date
H-1B cap petitions are filed in April for an October 1 start. If you're graduating or changing status mid-year, you need a cap-gap strategy or a bridge visa. Clarify your expected start date with your employer before signing an offer letter tied to a specific date.
Check E-Verify enrollment for STEM OPT bridge roles
If you're extending OPT while waiting for an H-1B cap slot, your employer must be enrolled in E-Verify to authorize STEM OPT. Confirm enrollment before your OPT end date. An employer that isn't enrolled can't legally employ you as a STEM OPT worker, regardless of intent to sponsor.
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Find Sales Account Manager JobsSales Account Manager H-1B Visa: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Sales Account Manager role qualify for H-1B sponsorship?
Yes, if the position requires at least a bachelor's degree in a specific field such as business administration, marketing, or a related discipline. USCIS evaluates whether the role is a specialty occupation, meaning a generic degree in any field won't satisfy the standard. Employers typically document this by showing the degree requirement is consistent with industry practice for the role.
How do I find Sales Account Manager jobs where the employer already sponsors H-1B visas?
Migrate Mate filters Sales Account Manager roles by employers with verified H-1B LCA filing history sourced from DOL disclosure data. This lets you focus on companies that have already navigated the sponsorship process rather than spending time on roles where the employer hasn't filed before or is unfamiliar with the requirements.
What happens to my H-1B status if my employer puts me on a performance improvement plan or terminates me?
Your H-1B status is tied to the sponsoring employer, so a termination ends your authorized stay. You have a 60-day grace period under USCIS rules to find a new employer willing to file a transfer petition, change to another status, or depart the U.S. Acting quickly is critical because the grace period doesn't reset if you find a new sponsor and the transfer takes longer than expected.
Can I switch from a pure sales role to a sales management role while on H-1B without filing a new petition?
A material change in job duties, title, or work location typically requires an amended H-1B petition. Moving from individual contributor to a management role with different responsibilities is likely a material change that triggers an amendment. Your employer's immigration attorney should evaluate the scope of the change before you accept a promotion or internal transfer.
What SOC code applies to Sales Account Manager roles for LCA purposes?
Most Sales Account Manager positions are classified under SOC 41-4012 (Sales Representatives, Wholesale and Manufacturing, Except Technical and Scientific Products) or SOC 11-2022 (Sales Managers), depending on whether the role involves direct selling or team leadership. The correct code affects the prevailing wage your employer must certify on the LCA, so you can cross-reference the classification against the O*NET occupation profile for your specific duties.
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