Sales Account Manager

Territory
Territory:

Portland, OR focused with statewide Oregon coverage. Candidate must reside in Portland or surrounding suburbs.

About the Role
Join the team behind iconic brands like Huggies®, Kleenex®, Cottonelle®, Scott®, Kotex®, Poise®, Depend®, and Kimberly‑Clark Professional®. At Kimberly‑Clark, it’s all here for you—innovation, growth, and the chance to make a real impact.

In this role, you’ll help us deliver better care for billions of people around the world. You will focus on winning with consumers and the market, while putting safety, mutual respect, and human dignity at the center.

In This Role, You Will

Expertly use prospecting skills to identify large end users and end user markets

Build and maintain strategic relationships with distribution partners

Proactively use digital technology (video, AI, and social media, etc.) platforms to identify leads and business opportunities, build relationships, and represent KCP’s brand

Regularly engage existing targeted end user customers to understand their business needs and identify buying behavior/value drivers in order to best position current and new products and solutions

Develop & own exceptional relationships with Distributor Sales Representatives (DSRs) and serve as a proven selling consultant to help jointly close sales when relevant

Collaborate with the Distribution Management teams and DSRs to initiate/build relationship with potential end‑user customers

Engage targeted distribution customers to understand their business needs/drivers and execute activities to support those needs

Utilize end user marketing insights, digital prospecting techniques, and centrally developed lead campaigns to generate opportunities and close new business

Build and drive end user solutions to always maximize the customer’s experience while keeping KCP’s revenue expectations in mind

Execute annual business plans to help maximize top‑line and bottom‑line growth and achieve volume, market share and profit/contribution objectives

Maintain an active and accurate pipeline in Salesforce and meet sales financial and activity targets for respective position

Continually improve selling / prospecting skills (e.g., Challenger) and develop expertise in relevant industry verticals

Qualifications

3+ years outside or inside sales experience

High school degree or equivalent; Bachelor’s Degree preferred.

CRM system knowledge – Salesforce Lightning and pipeline management tools

Experience in Digital, virtual and/or social selling platforms

This role is available for local candidates already authorized to work in the role’s country only

A valid driver’s license

Willing to travel up to 60% locally and 15% overnight

Total Benefits
We believe that our employees are our greatest asset, and we’re committed to providing them with the resources they need to be successful. If you’re looking for a rewarding career with a company that cares about its employees, then Kimberly‑Clark is the place for you. Here are just a few of the benefits you’d enjoy working in this role for Kimberly‑Clark. For a complete overview, see www.mykcbenefits.com. May be eligible for FAVR mileage reimbursement program.

Salary and Location
Salary Range: 71,300 – 88,100 USD. At Kimberly‑Clark, pay is just one aspect of our total rewards package, which also includes a variety of benefits and opportunities to achieve, thrive and grow. Along with base pay, this position offers eligibility for a target bonus and a comprehensive benefits suite, including our 401(k) and Profit Sharing plan. The anticipated base pay range for this role is provided above for a fully qualified hire. Actual pay will depend on several factors, such as location, role, skills, performance, and experience. Please note that the stated pay range applies to US locations only.

Primary Location: No K-C Work Site - OR.

Additional Locations: None.

Worker Type: Employee.

Worker Sub-Type: Regular.

Time Type: Full time.

Equal Opportunity Employer
For Kimberly‑Clark to grow and prosper, we must be an inclusive organization that applies the diverse experiences and passions of its team members to brands that make life better for people all around the world, which is why we seek to build a workforce that encompasses the experiences of our consumers. When you bring your original thinking to Kimberly‑Clark, you fuel the continued success of our enterprise. We are a committed equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, pregnancy, genetic information, citizenship status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

The statements above are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by employees assigned to this classification. Statements are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities and skills required for this position. Employment is subject to verification of local policies. Employment is subject to verification of pre‑screening tests which may include drug screening, background check, and DMV check. Veterans and members of the Reserve and Guard are highly encouraged to apply. This role is available for local candidates already authorized to work in the role’s country only. Kimberly‑Clark will not provide relocation support for this role.

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