Corporate Account Manager

Clean Harbors/Safety-Kleen Environmental is seeking a Corporate Account Manager to join the Environmental Sales team. Our Corporate Account Managers are charged with handling our most crucial clients, are responsible for all aspects of the Corporate Account strategy, from the strategic vision to the execution of critical programs that develop and deepen our relationships within Corporate Account. Our Corporate Account Managers work with Fortune 500 accounts and other large, centrally controlled clients, to expand our share of wallet, penetrate new and adjacent opportunities, and drive Clean Harbors to be an indispensable partner to our premier customers.

***Applicants may live anywhere in the Central and Western US and should be no more than one hour from a major Airport***

Why work for Clean Harbors?

Health and Safety is our #1 priority, and we live it 3-6-5!

Competitive wages

Comprehensive health benefits coverage after 30 days of full-time employment

Group 401K/RRSP with company matching component

Generous paid time off, company paid training and tuition reimbursement

Positive and safe work environments

Opportunities for growth and development for all the stages of your career

Key Responsibilities:

Ensuring that Health and Safety is the number one priority by complying with all safe work practices, policies, and processes and always acting in a safe manner

Develop and implement strategic sales plans for Corporate Accounts to support the Company in achieving profitable revenue growth (e.g., detailed revenue potential estimates for all sites, analysis of decision processes and key players, understanding our critical stakeholders, and weekly plans for activity and revenue growth for each account)

Leverage professional network, current client relationships, and prospect leads to develop new business opportunities

Develop and advance a solid and trusting relationship between major key clients and the Company, mapping client organizations and focusing on decision makers with varying buyer motivations

Develop a complete understanding of a Corporate Account's needs, understand market drivers and forces, ensure appropriate service and/or product delivery and pricing, and communicate concisely and effectively to achieve mutual goals

Use insight and consultative selling techniques to coach customer stakeholders and build consensus for Clean Harbors/Safety-Kleen's solutions within their organization

Anticipate the Corporate Account's changes, adjusting and adapting accordingly

Manage communications between key stakeholders and internal teams

Negotiate contracts with the Corporate Account, establish a timeline of performance and deliver predictable results

Establish and oversee internal budgets with the Company and external budgets with the Corporate Account

Plan and present reports on each Account's progress, goals, and quarterly initiatives; Utilize executive presence and influence to drive consensus and bias-to-action with internal and external

Meet all Account's needs and deliverables according to proposed timelines, contracts, and agreements

Proactively resolve key customer issues and complaints

Analyze customer data, working cross-functionally with support teams, to deepen customer relationship management through valuable insights and action plans

Deepen existing business relationships by continuing to increase the Account's satisfaction with ownership of contractual service requirements, follow up with service delivery and deliver ever-improving customer service

Understand account profitability, value, and potential to inform strategy that maximizes profit, increases market share, and keeps the Company as the provider of choice

Key Priorities:

Customer Relationship Management: Cultivate and advance relationships with internal and external stakeholders to define and deliver program goals that maximize profitable revenue and make the Company an indispensable partner to each assigned Corporate Account.

Establish and Execute Effective Sales Strategies: Identify opportunities across the Corporate Account to expand share of wallet, identify and penetrate new opportunities and leads, negotiate contracts and persuade senior stakeholders, and align resources and communications that deliver sustainable and sticky profitable revenue

Qualifications:

Bachelor's Degree with a preference in Sales, Marketing, Business, or related fields

Minimum 5 years relevant chemical industry experience, as high level "C" sales development and management or combination of relevant experience in the industry

Verifiable successful track record of multi-million-dollar annual quota attainment

Proven track record of developing and executing sales strategies; target customer selection, sales processes, account development and multi-tiered relationship building

A producer with a demonstrated track record of identifying, creating, and closing deals, and ultimately building a business

Demonstrated tact, discretion, and sound business judgment

Senior-level experience in overseeing multiple states, locals, and customers in the industry; in-depth understanding of industry drivers

Ability to influence and cultivate strong internal relationships and develop sales support resources

Strong negotiation and persuasion skills, with ability follow-through on client contracts

An enthusiastic and polished people-person exceptional interpersonal skills; demonstrated ability to navigate complexity and ambiguity

Tireless, high-energy professional with a bold and innovative flair

Strong executive presence, polish, and political savvy with mature commercial acumen

A strategic thinker with excellent verbal and written communication skills; listener and presenter able to communicate effectively (both written and verbal) and influence all C suite buyers

Proficient background resolving customer issues within RCRA, DOT, CERCLA, Environmental Remediation, Emergency Response, Industrial High-Pressure Cleaning applications preferred

Able to multitask, prioritize, and manage time efficiently

Strong computer skills, and experience with CRM software and the Microsoft Office Suite, with emphasis on superior Excel skills

Self-starter and autonomous goal achiever that brings cross-functional teams together to deliver profitable revenue results

Strategic and Conceptual selling expert

Adept analytical skills and project planning/management experience

Comfortability working in a matrixed environment

Ability to travel 30-50%

Clean Harbors is an equal opportunity employer.

We thank all those interested in joining the Clean Harbors team; however only those that complete the online application and meet the minimum job qualifications will be considered for this role.

Clean Harbors is committed to providing access, equal opportunity and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities. To request reasonable accommodation, contact ect@cleanharbors.com or 1-844-922-5547.

Clean Harbors and its subsidiaries are a Military & Veteran friendly company.

Clean Harbors is committed to complying with applicable pay transparency laws and ensuring fair and equitable compensation. The posted salary range reflects the minimum and maximum target for this role. Final compensation may vary based on factors such as location, experience, skills, and business needs. In addition to the base salary, some roles may be eligible for bonus or incentive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package.

• Job Identification 157946
• Job Category Sales & Accounts
• Posting Date 03/16/2026, 04:27 PM
• Locations 1506 East Villa Street, Elgin, IL, 60120, US
• Job Schedule Full time
• Pay Range $62000.0 - $191956.0 Annually
• Will this candidate be an Operating Branch Owner? No
• Job Function Business Development
• Regular or Temporary Regular