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Key Account Director Jobs in Portland, OR (NOW HIRING)

Account Director, Power

Portland, OR · On-site

$174K - $223K/yr

ERM is looking for a Key Client Account Director (Electric Utility) to join us and take ownership of one of ERM's most strategically important utility relationships in the western United States-an ...

Account Director, Power

Portland, OR · On-site

$174K - $223K/yr

ERM is looking for a Key Client Account Director (Electric Utility) to join us and take ownership of one of ERM's most strategically important utility relationships in the western United States-an ...

Head of Key Accounts, Account Services At A Glance: As the Head of Account Services, Key Accounts ... as direct ship, drop ship, and pack by store. * Cross-Functional Advocacy: Advocate for Key ...

Account Director - West Coast

Vancouver, WA · On-site +1

$140K - $155K/yr

TITLE: Account Director - West Coast LOCATION: Remote in with easy access to a major airport ... Build and sustain strong relationships with key decision-makers. Act as a trusted advisor, using a ...

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This executive leader anticipates client needs and delivers to outperform on key performance ... The Account Director creates and manages high performing teams which not only deliver operational ...

This executive leader anticipates client needs and delivers to outperform on key performance ... The Account Director creates and manages high performing teams which not only deliver operational ...

Responsibilities The Key Account Manager (KAM) for Retail Sales is responsible for executing a ... Consumer packaged goods experience in a Direct Store Delivery environment * Highly motivated ...

Key Account Manager, PacNW

Clackamas, OR · On-site

$73K - $122K/yr

Responsibilities The Key Account Manager (KAM) for Retail Sales is responsible for executing a ... Consumer packaged goods experience in a Direct Store Delivery environment * Highly motivated ...

Key Account Manager, PacNW

Clackamas, OR · On-site

$73K - $122K/yr

Responsibilities The Key Account Manager (KAM) for Retail Sales is responsible for executing a ... Consumer packaged goods experience in a Direct Store Delivery environment * Highly motivated ...

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How much do key account director jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 9, 2026, the average yearly pay for key account director in Portland, OR is $136,696.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $59,900.00 and $203,600.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What does a Key Account Director do?

A Key Account Director is responsible for managing and nurturing relationships with a company's most important clients. They develop strategic plans to meet client needs, drive business growth, and ensure long-term satisfaction. The role often involves leading a team, coordinating with internal departments, and negotiating contracts. Key Account Directors play a crucial role in retaining top clients and maximizing the value these accounts bring to the organization.

How does a Key Account Director typically work with cross-functional teams to deliver solutions for major clients?

A Key Account Director frequently collaborates with cross-functional teams, including sales, marketing, product development, and customer support, to address the complex needs of major clients. They act as the main point of contact, ensuring clear communication between the client and internal teams, and often lead strategy sessions to align company offerings with client objectives. This role requires strong leadership, organizational skills, and the ability to coordinate resources efficiently to deliver tailored solutions and maintain long-term client satisfaction.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Key Account Director, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Key Account Director, you need expertise in strategic account management, sales leadership, and business development, often supported by a bachelor's degree in business or a related field. Familiarity with CRM systems like Salesforce, data analytics tools, and contract negotiation platforms is essential. Exceptional relationship-building, communication, and problem-solving abilities set candidates apart in this role. These skills are crucial for driving revenue growth, maintaining long-term client partnerships, and navigating complex business challenges.

What is the difference between Key Account Director vs Account Manager?

AspectKey Account DirectorAccount Manager
ResponsibilitiesOversees strategic relationships with key clients, develops account plans, and leads account teams.Manages daily client interactions, handles service issues, and maintains client satisfaction.
Required CredentialsBachelor's degree, experience in sales or account management, strong communication skills.Bachelor's degree, customer service skills, sales experience often preferred.
Work EnvironmentCorporate offices, strategic meetings, leadership roles.Client sites, office settings, regular client interactions.
Industry UsageCommon in B2B, technology, manufacturing sectors.Widely used across various industries including retail, services, and tech.

The Key Account Director focuses on strategic management of major clients and leading account teams, while the Account Manager handles day-to-day client relationships and service delivery. Both roles require strong communication skills and industry knowledge, but the Director role is more strategic and leadership-oriented.

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Infographic showing various Key Account Director job openings in Portland, OR as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 84% Full Time, 13% Part Time, and 3% Contract. Highlights an 92% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 6% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $136,696 per year, or $65.7 per hour.

Key Account Manager - Oncology - North Central

Guardant Health

Portland, OR • On-site

Full-time

Re-posted 18 days ago


Guardant Health rating

9.4

Company rating: 9.4 out of 10

Based on 6 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

3rd of 120 rated laboratories


Job description

Company Description

Guardant Health is a leading precision oncology company focused on guarding wellness and giving every person more time free from cancer. Founded in 2012, Guardant is transforming patient care and accelerating new cancer therapies by providing critical insights into what drives disease through its advanced blood and tissue tests, real-world data and AI analytics. Guardant tests help improve outcomes across all stages of care, including screening to find cancer early, monitoring for recurrence in early-stage cancer, and treatment selection for patients with advanced cancer. For more information, visitguardanthealth.comand follow the company onLinkedIn,X (Twitter)andFacebook.

The Key Accounts Manager position is createdas a result ofthe need for more coordinated selling activities across Guardant Health's top accounts, i.e. academicmedical centers, IDN's, and GPOs. The national designation more accurately defines the current expectations androlefunctionality recognizing that customer engagement extends beyond a regional geographical title.

This role is not only responsible for assessing theinitialinterest,utilizationand clinical benefits of working with Guardant Health to help business and growthobjectivesbut also national field team interaction, contract implementation, abilitytofacilitateand negotiate contracts. Familiarity with Master Service agreements, data agreements,LSAsand tissue procurement agreements.internal/external client education,enabling ofnovel approaches to gain access to our testing services, and on-going enterprise level account management related to EMR integration and clinical testing pathway optimization. The Key Account Manager creates,developsand continuously manages local,regionaland national corporate relationships with the goal of growing the business with a top-down approach (while partnering with the field for bottom-up execution) semester over semester.Semesterdefinedas 6 months.

The North Central Region covers multiple states including, CO, IA, MN, WI, ND, SD, OR, WA, WY, UT.

Primary Tasks & Responsibilities:
  • The KAM is expected to develop a champion/advocate at a target account who supports and will actively advocate for the account's commitment to implement a proposed initiative toleverageGuardant tests to improve patient testing.

  • Key Account Managers are expected toidentifyopportunities for improvement in patient testing usingGuardant'stests, propose protocols or initiatives that when implemented achieve statedobjectivesand have an affirmative decision by theappropriate accountrepresentatives to implement proposed initiative.

  • Conduct pre and post customer documents for strategy alignment with internal stakeholders.Along with pre & post cross functional stakeholder alignment calls to ensure customer meeting readiness and post meeting execution.

  • C-suite presentation skillsutilizingPowerPoint, the ability to present via TEAMs, ZOOM and in-Person to decision-makers.

  • Develops and implements innovative strategic market access initiatives to enable broader access to Guardant Health tests with IDN's, GPO's, academic medical centers, and other Key National/Regional accounts.

  • Effectively works cross-functionally with Guardant Health internal stakeholders and Field Sales Leadership to develop alignment around strategies for securing access to our testing platforms with prioritized groups.

  • Oversees coordination of company-wide initiatives related to Key Accounts, IDN and GPO communication, and operational efficiency.

  • Accountable for strategic evaluation of complex scenarios that require interpretation on a wide variety of issues related to business objectives, varying laws/regulations, etc.

  • Develops andmaintainsannual business plans to secure, implement and manage key corporate IDN, GPO and other strategic relationships, including targeting, development of key decision makers, economic modeling, clinical data collection,utilizationand evaluation.

  • Shares evolving geographic GPO, IDN and healthcare reform-related trends with the commercial leadership team toidentifyand create strategic plans and new opportunities to expand customer partnership relationships.

  • Participates in sales meetings, seminars, industry conferences, and trade shows to gain laboratory market intelligence and toleveragenew contractual relationships.

Additional Responsibilities may include:
  • May lead cross-functional teams or projects (examples: Mobile Phlebotomy Program Management, Portal Upgrades and Implementation, and other novel projects to enable access to our world class diagnostic tests)

  • Serves on other work groups or committees as requested

  • Mayparticipatein sales training initiatives with regional and national sales teams.

  • Participates in customer meetings where and whenappropriate.

  • Mayparticipatein customer strategy and market research activities.

  • Other duties as assigned by their respective Key Account Director, and Vice President of Key Accounts

Preferred Qualifications:
  • Extensive commercial experience 10+ years in healthcare, diagnostics, or life sciences, with at least 7 years focused on enterprise-level health system partnerships and c-suite engagement where primary call points are Director level and C-suite level decision makers with top-down business alignment.

  • Demonstrated success leading complex sales cycles across networks, integrated networks (IDNs), and national accounts.

  • Trackrecord ofdriving enterprise adoption of precision medicine, genomics, or advanceddiagnosticssolutions.

  • Executive presence withabilityto build trusted relationships at the CEO, CMO, VP, and Medical Director, Precision Medicine Director, etc.

  • Proven ability to translate clinical,operationaland financial strategies into board-room ready strategies thatresonateswith health system leadership.

  • Adept at navigating organizational complexity, aligning cross-functional teams, and executing multi-stakeholder initiatives.

  • Proven-sales performance focusing on director level and c-suite level decision makers

  • Must be an exemplary team player that can work effectively with colleagues at all levels within the organization.

  • Must be able to work independently and with a sense of urgency to meet timelines.

  • Candidate should be based in a major market with proximity to an airport.

Education:
  • Bachelor's degree in life sciences or business-related fieldrequired(MBA preferred)


AI & Digital Fluency

  • Demonstrate curiosity, sound judgment, and the ability to critically evaluate and responsibly leverage AI-enabled tools in accordance with company policies, ethical standards, and regulatory requirements to improve the efficiency, effectiveness, and quality of work.


Hybrid Work Model: This section is applicable to onsite employees who are eligible for hybrid work location as specified by management and related policies. Guardant has defined days for in-person/onsite collaboration and work-from-home days for individual-focused time. All U.S. employees who live within 50 miles of a Guardant facility will be required to be onsite on Mondays, Tuesdays, and Thursdays. We have found aligning our scheduled in-office days allows our teams to do the best work and creates the focused thinking time our innovative work requires. At Guardant, our work model has created flexibility for better work-life balance while keeping teams connected to advance our science for our patients.

The annualized base salary ranges for the primary location and any additional locations are listed below. This range does not include benefits or, if applicable, bonus, commission, or equity. Each candidate's compensation offer will be based on multiple factors including, but not limited to, geography, experience, education, job-related skills, job duties, and business need. Primary Location: Remote - Open Position (USA) Primary Location Base Pay Range: $145,600 - $200,200 Other US Location(s) Base Pay Range: $115,600 - $158,950 If the role is performed in Colorado, the pay range for this job is: $122,400 - $168,300


Employee may be required to lift routine office supplies and use office equipment.Majority of the work is performed in a desk/office environment; however, there may be exposure to high noise levels, fumes, and biohazard material in the laboratory environment.Ability to sit for extended periods of time.

Guardant Health is committed to providing reasonable accommodations in our hiring processes for candidates with disabilities, long-term conditions, mental health conditions, or sincerely held religious beliefs. If you need support, please reach out toPeopleteam@guardanthealth.com

A background screening including criminal history is required for this role. GH will consider qualified applicants with criminal arrest or conviction histories in a manner consistent with applicable law including but not limited to the LA County Fair Chance Policies and the Fair Chance Act (Gov. Code Section 12952).

Guardant Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.
To learn more about the information collected when you apply for a position at Guardant Health, Inc. and how it is used, please review ourPrivacy Notice for Job Applicants.

Please visit our career page at:http://www.guardanthealth.com/jobs/


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