The Ranger Group is a specialized engineering services firm that partners with leading manufacturers in the Medical Device, Aerospace/Defense, Electronics and Industrial sectors. We focus on helping companies design and build intelligent products through contract engineering support across
software, hardware, mechanical design, quality, validation, and manufacturing engineering. We’re expanding our physical presence into the Chicago market and are looking for a motivated
Account Manager
to grow relationships with local engineering leaders and help them solve their toughest hiring challenges. Role Summary
As an Account Manager, you will own a local territory of manufacturing and engineering-driven companies. Your mission is to: Break new accounts
by engaging engineering managers and directors (initially in smaller/midsize companies). Build relationships
that lead to placement of project-based consultants Work closely with internal recruiting team
to deliver top engineering talent and ensure client satisfaction. Grow accounts over time
from individual groups into multi-department relationships. Key Responsibilities
Prospect and call into local engineering companies (targeting 100–125 accounts in the first 12 months). Secure weekly onsite meetings with engineering leadership (Managers/Directors of Embedded SW, Hardware, Mechanical, QA/Validation, Manufacturing). Run client discovery meetings to understand project needs, hiring gaps, and resourcing challenges. Partner with internal recruiters to match candidates to client needs, presenting profiles and driving interview and onboarding processes. Manage ongoing client relationships, ensuring quality delivery and opening doors to adjacent departments/functions. Report weekly activity metrics (total client calls, conversations, client meetings, qualified prospect ops) and progress toward Gross Profit targets. Qualifications
1–3 years of B2B sales experience Strong communication skills — comfortable on the phone and in person with company leaders. Self-starter who can work a structured prospecting plan and stay consistent week over week. Coachable, resilient, and driven to hit measurable goals. Bachelor’s degree from accredited school What We Offer
Training & Mentorship:
Direct coaching from senior leadership and shadowing opportunities on client visits. Career Path:
Clear progression from
Retail ($50-$500M) Accounts → Midsize ($500M–$5B) Accounts → Enterprise ($5B+) Accounts. Compensation:
Base salary + weekly commission + bonus potential. On-target earnings Year 1: $60K–$80K. Year 2: $80-$100K Year 3: $100-$200K Year 4: $200K+ Support:
Dedicated recruiting team to help deliver on client requirements. Culture:
Entrepreneurial, high-accountability, team-oriented environment. Success Metrics (First 12 Months)
Prospect list of ~100-125 accounts built and worked. 15-20 new qualified prospects added per month. 5+ client meetings per week 1 consultant placement per month by month 4+ Build a base of $7-10K/weekly gross profit by end of Year 1.
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software, hardware, mechanical design, quality, validation, and manufacturing engineering. We’re expanding our physical presence into the Chicago market and are looking for a motivated
Account Manager
to grow relationships with local engineering leaders and help them solve their toughest hiring challenges. Role Summary
As an Account Manager, you will own a local territory of manufacturing and engineering-driven companies. Your mission is to: Break new accounts
by engaging engineering managers and directors (initially in smaller/midsize companies). Build relationships
that lead to placement of project-based consultants Work closely with internal recruiting team
to deliver top engineering talent and ensure client satisfaction. Grow accounts over time
from individual groups into multi-department relationships. Key Responsibilities
Prospect and call into local engineering companies (targeting 100–125 accounts in the first 12 months). Secure weekly onsite meetings with engineering leadership (Managers/Directors of Embedded SW, Hardware, Mechanical, QA/Validation, Manufacturing). Run client discovery meetings to understand project needs, hiring gaps, and resourcing challenges. Partner with internal recruiters to match candidates to client needs, presenting profiles and driving interview and onboarding processes. Manage ongoing client relationships, ensuring quality delivery and opening doors to adjacent departments/functions. Report weekly activity metrics (total client calls, conversations, client meetings, qualified prospect ops) and progress toward Gross Profit targets. Qualifications
1–3 years of B2B sales experience Strong communication skills — comfortable on the phone and in person with company leaders. Self-starter who can work a structured prospecting plan and stay consistent week over week. Coachable, resilient, and driven to hit measurable goals. Bachelor’s degree from accredited school What We Offer
Training & Mentorship:
Direct coaching from senior leadership and shadowing opportunities on client visits. Career Path:
Clear progression from
Retail ($50-$500M) Accounts → Midsize ($500M–$5B) Accounts → Enterprise ($5B+) Accounts. Compensation:
Base salary + weekly commission + bonus potential. On-target earnings Year 1: $60K–$80K. Year 2: $80-$100K Year 3: $100-$200K Year 4: $200K+ Support:
Dedicated recruiting team to help deliver on client requirements. Culture:
Entrepreneurial, high-accountability, team-oriented environment. Success Metrics (First 12 Months)
Prospect list of ~100-125 accounts built and worked. 15-20 new qualified prospects added per month. 5+ client meetings per week 1 consultant placement per month by month 4+ Build a base of $7-10K/weekly gross profit by end of Year 1.
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