Client Account Manager

Addison Group

Elk Grove Village, Illinois

JOB DETAILS
SALARY
$70,000–$95,000 Per Year
SKILLS
Business Growth, Business Support, Communication Skills, Cross-Functional, Customer Conversion, Customer Relations, Customer Relationship Management (CRM), Document Management, Documentation, ERP (Enterprise Resource Planning), Food Production, Manufacturing, Microsoft Excel, Organizational Skills, Performance Metrics, Post-Sales, Problem Solving Skills, Project Execution, Project Tracking, Project/Program Management, Quality Metrics, Sales Management, Team Player
LOCATION
Elk Grove Village, Illinois
POSTED
30+ days ago

Job Title: Project Manager / Account Manager

Location (city, state): Hybrid

Industry: Manufacturing

Pay: $70,000–$95,000 annually (depending on experience)

Benefits: This position is eligible for medical, dental, vision, and 401(k).


About Our Client:

Addison Group is hiring on behalf of our client, a well-established and growing manufacturing organization known for its collaborative, people-first culture and strong team tenure. This newly created role supports continued business growth and expanding client programs.


Job Description:

Our client is seeking a motivated Project Manager / Account Manager to manage client programs from post-sale kickoff through production and delivery. This role combines client relationship management, cross-functional coordination, and hands-on project execution. The ideal candidate is organized, adaptable, and comfortable working in a fast-paced environment while maintaining strong communication with both internal teams and customers.


Key Responsibilities:

  • Oversee client projects from initial setup through completion and ongoing support
  • Act as the primary liaison between clients and internal departments to ensure alignment and smooth execution
  • Convert customer requirements into clear production and manufacturing instructions
  • Maintain project documentation including specifications, artwork files, and packaging details
  • Track timelines, milestones, and performance metrics while proactively resolving challenges
  • Lead meetings, provide status updates, and ensure accountability across stakeholders
  • Identify opportunities for efficiency improvements and support process enhancement initiatives
  • Monitor project costs, materials, and operational performance
  • Build strong client relationships through consistent communication and service


Qualifications:

  • 3–6+ years of account management or project management experience
  • Experience in manufacturing, food production, or a related industry preferred
  • Proficiency with ERP systems and advanced Microsoft Excel skills
  • Understanding of production workflows, materials, and quality standards
  • Experience managing documentation such as artwork, specs, or packaging files preferred
  • ERP implementation exposure is a plus
  • Strong communication, adaptability, and problem-solving skills

Perks:

  • HUGE growth opportunity - you can establish a professional career here
  • Supportive and collaborative team environment
  • Positive workplace culture focused on growth and development
  • Modern office with on-site amenities and wellness spaces
  • Stable company with a long history of success and expansion

Addison Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Addison Group provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. Addison Group complies with applicable state and local laws governing non-discrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. Reasonable accommodation is available for qualified individuals with disabilities, upon request.


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About the Company

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Addison Group

Need a job? Need an employee? Then you need Addison Group, the professional staffing and search firm that has reshaped the industry with our excellent placements in the Administrative & HR, Engineering, Executive Search, Finance & Accounting, Healthcare, and IT sectors.

Addison Group has enjoyed rapid growth since its inception in 1999, when a group of visionary industry leaders in Chicago set out with the simple goal of recruiting the best candidates for the best companies. With the help of its strategic investment partner, Trilantic Capital Partners, Addison Group has expanded its reach across the country through 13 offices and six core industry sectors, from Administrative to IT.
COMPANY SIZE
1,500 to 1,999 employees
INDUSTRY
Staffing/Employment Agencies
FOUNDED
1999
WEBSITE
http://www.addisongroup.com/