Architectural Sales Representative - Commercial Roofing

For quick consideration apply hereAllied Building Products is a national independent distributor specializing in commercial & residential exterior and interior building materials with over 200 locations from Hawaii to Boston. The company was founded in 1950 as a small family-operated business focusing on the metro NY/NJ region and through acquisitions across much of the United States is now established as a major industry player. We believe that our employees are our best asset and still hold true to the core values of our humble beginnings that has made us a true success.This is an excellent opportunity for a sales professional who has a proven track record of establishing and maintaining strong relationships with the architectural community and professional contractors in the NY / NJ area. We have been in business for over 50 years, in the Metro NY area and are looking to expand our sales team. We offer great benefits, training and an unmatched supportive working environment. In this role, you will acquire new business with contractors, architectural firms, construction consultants, state agencies and building owners in New Jersey and surrounding areas. Other responsibilities of this position include: Assist design community with technical support and the specifications of key products Emphasize new product promotion and proprietary products during sales calls Track projects from the design phase through the bid process Schedule regular product knowledge seminars Build and maintain relationships with customers, vendors, and employees Develop in-depth knowledge with regard to commercial roofing products Develop the knowledge to review strengths and weaknesses of competitor products Maintain frequent communication with Regional Executive team If you possess the skills / experiences outlined below, a strong leadership background, networking capabilities and can drive architectural business in the construction industry - we want to hear from you! Must be able to effectively offer product recommendations to design professionals and assist in material specification through consultative selling Must have prior experience calling on the architectural community and professional contractors in the NY/NJ area Must be able to motivate and work closely with the customer Ability to manage time and remain organized Knowledge of construction products is necessary - Green and LEEDS is a strong plus Experience with Powerpoint, Word and e-mail Ability to develop rapport and maintain relationships with construction professionals Ability to conduct effective presentations to a variety of audiences Ability to explain product features, benefits, and technical specifications Ability to manage several projects simultaneously Ability to consistently and effectively track projects and meeting results An affirmative action/equal opportunity employerFor quick consideration apply here