Architectural Sales Representative (Cleveland Territory)

In this role, you will: - Develop and maintain customer relations with large architectural firms, developers, general contractors and high-profile customers within the sales region; - Establish and grow new business opportunities with potential customers through a relationship-based approach; - Maintain and enhance add-on business with existing customers; - Evaluate customer needs, understand market drivers and forces, and ensure appropriate service/product delivery and pricing; - Conduct customer visits to build / maintain relationships, sales presentations, brainstorm and/or problem solve customer concerns; - Achieve monthly, quarterly, and yearly quota requirements; - Participate in key industry organizations like the American Institute of Architects, product related training programs, conferences, seminars and educational forums; - Collaborate and work closely with Front End teams and all layers of the organization to assure timely and accurate project proposals, proper execution, and customer satisfaction; - Leverage technology to increase speed, quality and efficiencies to deliver on customer needs; - Stay abreast of Kawneer product applications, technical services, market conditions, competitive activities, political, advertising and promotional trends through the reading of pertinent literature and consulting with marketing and technical service areas. Also note: - Excellent written and oral communication, presentation, and technical skills that can be used to establish, strengthen and influence both external customer and internal company relationships; - Strong organizational skills and knowledge of sales principles and practices; - Possess Commercial building and construction and/or architectural industry knowledge; - Comprehensive computer skills and the ability to learn proprietary and other software as needed (CRM, Blue Beam, etc.); - Basic understanding of key financial drivers and relate them to overall territory and business goals; - Ability to articulate features and benefits of all product lines to key buying influences; - Ability to analyze new customer opportunities and add when needed to achieve sales targets; - Ability to counsel customers on matters of product selection, product application and installation processes; - Ability to read and understand architectural/project construction documents and specifications; - Ability to work independently with minimal supervision to analyze and resolve problems in the field; - Ability to travel 75%-100% of the time (including overnight) and lift up to 50 lbs and a willingness to relocate near the territory. - Must have a valid driver’s license and insurance (must meet company’s minimum requirements); - Must be results oriented, flexible and adaptable to multi-task and prioritize to meet deadlines and sales goals.