Key Account Manager Jobs in Pennsylvania
Key Account Manager jobs in Pennsylvania are consistently active, with strong demand from entry-level account coordinators through senior strategic account directors concentrated in life sciences and pharmaceuticals, manufacturing, financial services, and B2B technology. Philadelphia, Pittsburgh, and the Greater Lehigh Valley are the heaviest hiring metros, with employers like Merck, PNC Financial Services, and Siemens maintaining large Pennsylvania operations that regularly recruit for account management talent. The most in-demand specialties are pharmaceutical account management, industrial and manufacturing accounts, and SaaS or enterprise software accounts. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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Croydon, PennsylvaniaJob ID
2604734The 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 the 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
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 require an accommodation during any part of the application process due to a disability or medical condition, please contact us by email at TalentAcquisition@unifirst.com (opens in new window) or through our EthicsFirst portal at UniFirst.ethicspoint.com. You may also call the EthicsFirst Hotline at (800) 213-8979 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.
Location:
Croydon, PennsylvaniaJob ID
2604734The 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 the 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
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 require an accommodation during any part of the application process due to a disability or medical condition, please contact us by email at TalentAcquisition@unifirst.com (opens in new window) or through our EthicsFirst portal at UniFirst.ethicspoint.com. You may also call the EthicsFirst Hotline at (800) 213-8979 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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Key Account Manager Job Market in Pennsylvania
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Who's Hiring
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- Insurance
- Manufacturing
- Distribution & Wholesale
What Pennsylvania Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in key account manager jobs across Pennsylvania.
- Bachelor's degree in business, marketing, communications, or a related field required
- Three or more years of B2B sales or account management experience in a relevant Pennsylvania industry
- Demonstrated ability to manage a defined territory or named account portfolio independently
- Experience using CRM platforms such as Salesforce to manage pipelines and client records
- Strong presentation and negotiation skills for engaging director and C-suite level clients
- Familiarity with Pennsylvania's life sciences, manufacturing, or financial services sector preferred
Key Account Manager Jobs in Pennsylvania: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a key account manager in Pennsylvania?
Most key account manager roles in Pennsylvania require a bachelor's degree in business, marketing, or a closely related field, along with prior experience in sales or client-facing roles. Pennsylvania does not issue a state license for this role, so hiring decisions center on your sales record, industry knowledge, and CRM proficiency. Candidates targeting life sciences accounts often strengthen their profile with industry certifications from organizations like the Strategic Account Management Association.
How much do key account managers make in Pennsylvania?
Key account managers in Pennsylvania earn a median of about $66,130 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $38,980 for the lowest 10% to over $132,420 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.
Which companies hire key account managers in Pennsylvania?
Employers hiring key account managers in Pennsylvania right now include Philips, Clopay Corporation, and Advantage Solutions, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. Pennsylvania's concentration of pharmaceutical, industrial manufacturing, and financial services headquarters means openings frequently require industry-specific account experience alongside core relationship management skills.
Which Pennsylvania cities have the most key account manager jobs?
Philadelphia, Allentown, and Pittsburgh have the most key account manager openings in Pennsylvania. Philadelphia leads because of its dense pharmaceutical and financial services employer base, Pittsburgh draws openings tied to advanced manufacturing and technology firms, and the Lehigh Valley contributes roles from large distribution and industrial companies anchored in that corridor.
Are there remote key account manager jobs in Pennsylvania?
Yes, and more than many sales roles, because key account management often centers on phone, email, and video relationship-building rather than daily on-site presence. About 67% of key account manager openings tied to Pennsylvania are remote or hybrid as of September 2026, with fully remote positions most common in SaaS, insurance, and technology accounts where the client base is geographically distributed.
How can I get hired as a key account manager in Pennsylvania with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is moving from an inside sales, business development representative, or customer success role into a junior account manager position. Large Pennsylvania employers in pharma and financial services, including major health systems and regional banks, often promote from internal sales teams or hire recent graduates into associate account manager programs. Building experience with a CRM and earning a sales methodology certification strengthens early applications significantly.
Where can I find and apply to key account manager jobs in Pennsylvania?
You can find and apply to key account manager jobs in Pennsylvania on Migrate Mate, which lists current Pennsylvania openings across industries including life sciences, manufacturing, financial services, and technology. Find the roles that fit your background and apply directly to the ones that match.
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