Manager of Client Acquisition and Retention
Based in Mandeville, LA (with ~50% travel across the Southeast).
Salary in the $130K–$140K range, plus bonus potential, strong benefits, and ESOP stock.
Position Overview
This leadership opportunity is designed for a senior professional who will guide client acquisition and retention strategy across a multi state territory within the industrial and environmental services sector. The role carries enterprise level responsibility for strengthening existing relationships while expanding market presence through thoughtful, consultative engagement with industrial clients. The individual will operate as a key member of the leadership team, shaping commercial direction and influencing long term growth outcomes.
Professional Responsibility and Scope
The position oversees a client facing operations support team and directs both business development and account management activities. Responsibilities include cultivating relationships with stakeholders at both facility and corporate levels, identifying opportunities for expanded service delivery, and ensuring consistent execution of client strategies. The role also includes mentoring and developing team members to enhance relationship management capabilities and commercial effectiveness. In addition, this leader evaluates resource allocation, supports workforce planning decisions, and contributes to broader strategic and operational initiatives while maintaining a strong commitment to safety and compliance standards.
Location and Lifestyle Context
This role is based in the Southeastern United States with regular regional travel expected. The position offers exposure to a diverse mix of industrial facilities and client environments, providing variety in day to day engagement while maintaining a centralized operational base. The travel component supports meaningful client interaction while allowing for a stable home base within the region.
Long Term Professional Growth
This opportunity offers a clear pathway to expanded leadership influence within a growing organization. The individual will gain visibility across executive leadership while contributing to strategic planning and market expansion efforts. The role provides the ability to shape team development, refine commercial processes, and play a meaningful part in scaling operations over time.
Compensation
Base salary is structured in the range of $120,000 to $140,000, complemented by a performance based incentive opportunity of up to approximately 28 percent of base earnings. The compensation package also includes long term equity participation, retirement contributions with company match, comprehensive health coverage, paid time off, and additional lifestyle benefits including a company provided vehicle.
Team Environment and Leadership Approach
The organization promotes a collaborative and performance driven culture where leadership is actively engaged in mentoring and supporting team members. This role requires a hands on leadership style that emphasizes coaching, accountability, and professional development. Cross functional collaboration is encouraged, and leadership is expected to contribute both strategically and tactically to team success.
Organizational Stability and Industry Position
The company operates within essential industrial and environmental markets, providing engineered solutions and services that support ongoing infrastructure and operational needs. Its established client base and diversified industry exposure contribute to a stable business foundation with consistent demand drivers and long term growth potential.
Experience and Qualification Summary
The ideal candidate brings a strong academic background in engineering, science, or business, combined with significant experience supporting industrial facilities such as chemical processing, manufacturing, or similar environments. A track record in sales and account management within environmental services, industrial equipment, or related sectors is essential. Prior leadership experience managing teams, overseeing financial performance, and guiding commercial strategy is required. The successful candidate will demonstrate strong relationship management skills, business development capability, and the ability to lead within a dynamic, client focused environment.