Assistant Account Manager

The Assistant Account Manager will work directly alongside the Account Manager to support a large national chain account. This role will assist in the daily management of customer relationships, order processing, and job execution from concept to completion. A core function of this position is to handle purchasing duties, ensuring timely and accurate procurement of equipment and materials needed for assigned jobs.

Responsibilities

• Support the Account Manager in managing and maintaining daily account activity.
• Work collaboratively with internal teams including project management, design, and operations to ensure successful project execution.
• Assist in the preparation and tracking of estimates, quotes, and orders using platforms such as AutoQuotes.
• Manage purchasing for assigned jobs — creating purchase orders, tracking deliveries, and resolving vendor issues.
• Communicate regularly with vendors, clients, and internal teams regarding project updates and purchasing status.
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of the client’s concept, equipment preferences, and purchasing standards.
• Estimate jobs based on KEC drawings
• Ensure all order-related documentation is accurate, organized, and up to date.
• Maintain a positive, solutions-driven attitude in a fast-paced, high-volume environment.
• Develop and maintain knowledge of equipment
• Develop and maintain knowledge of customer’s concept, equipment, operations, and decision maker’s
• Some travel required
  
  

Skills

Ideal Candidate Will Possess the Following Skills and Abilities

• 3 years of experience in the foodservice equipment industry or related field.
• Strong purchasing or procurement experience preferred.
• Proficiency with AutoQuotes strongly preferred.
• Ability to read and understand kitchen equipment drawings.
• Highly organized with strong attention to detail.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Positive attitude with the ability to handle pressure and shifting priorities.
• Strong problem-solving and critical thinking skills.
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a collaborative team.
• Knowledge of Bluebeam a plus.
  
  

Work Location: Paterson, NJ / Remote - commutable to Paterson, NJ preferred

Compensation: $68-80K + Discretionary Bonus

At Singer Equipment Company, we value each and every one of our dedicated staff and therefore are pleased to offer a competitive starting wage, a comprehensive benefits package including: medical, dental, vision, short term and long term disability, 401K with company match, group life insurance, flexible spending, paid time off, and paid holidays.

EOE/M/F/Veterans/Disability