What is a national account manager?

A national account manager develops, maintains, and improves client relationships across a large territory. In this role, your duties and responsibilities include meeting with customers to discuss their needs and how to meet them better as well as provide them with new products or services to try out. You may travel to locations on occasion, but you typically perform your work over the phone. You also direct junior account managers or regional salespeople to visit directly with clients. You work closely with the director of sales to ensure that your department is reaching sales targets and goals.