Architectural Sales Representative - Southeast

apog; United States; On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Apogee Architectural Metals is seeking an Architectural Sales Representative to drive profitable growth across an assigned territory. You will expand market presence, build strong relationships with architects, contractors, and distributors, and guide customers through product selection and specifications.

The role involves collaborating with internal teams on estimating, engineering, and operations to ensure successful project execution while delivering a high level of customer service and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent in a related field (Business, Marketing, Architecture, Engineering, Construction).
• 3+ years of sales, specification, architectural, construction, or related building products experience preferred.
• Strong relationship-building, consultative selling, and communication skills; ability to read drawings and specifications.

Responsibilities

• Territory growth and business development with regional plans and market opportunities.
• Engage with architects, glazing contractors, distributors, and owners throughout the project lifecycle.
• Collaborate with Estimating, Engineering, Operations, Marketing, and Customer Service to support project execution.
• Maintain CRM activity and pipeline management; represent brands at events and client meetings.

Skills

Relationship building

Consultative selling

Communication

Business acumen

Project management

CRM proficiency

Presentation skills

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

Tools

CRM systems

Microsoft Office

Job description

Apogee Architectural Metals

Position Summary

The Architectural Sales Representative is responsible for driving profitable growth, expanding market presence, and strengthening customer relationships across an assigned territory while supporting multiple Architectural Metals brands and solutions.

This role partners closely with architects, glazing contractors, general contractors, distributors, owners, and other key influencers throughout the project lifecycle to position Architectural Metals products and services early in the design and specification process.

The position plays a critical role in identifying new business opportunities, supporting strategic accounts, influencing specifications, and delivering a strong customer experience through collaboration with internal engineering, estimating, operations, and customer support teams.

Key Responsibilities

• Territory Growth & Business Development
  Work with Regional Sales Manager to develop and execute territory plans aligned with regional growth objectives.
  Identify, qualify, and pursue project opportunities and leads across assigned markets and customer segments.
  Drive specification activity and increase brand presence within the architectural and construction community.
  Build and maintain strong relationships with architects, owners, glazing contractors, distributors, and strategic partners.
  Identify competitive opportunities and market trends to support growth initiatives.
• Customer & Project Engagement
  Serve as a trusted advisor to customers throughout the project lifecycle.
  Guide architects and customers through product selection, system capabilities, and application solutions.
  Conduct presentations, lunch-and-learns, and AIA-accredited educational sessions.
  Collaborate with customers to identify solutions that align with project goals, budgets, and performance requirements.
  Support customer issue resolution and ensure a high level of responsiveness and follow-through.
• Commercial & Cross-Functional Partnership
  Partner closely with internal Estimating, Engineering, Operations, Marketing, and Customer Service to support successful project execution.
  Provide voice-of-customer and market feedback to internal stakeholders.
  Support forecasting, pipeline management, and CRM activity expectations.
  Ensure commercial commitments align with operational capabilities and customer expectations
• Sales Process & Market Presence
  Maintain active project pipelines and territory activity within CRM tools.
  Represent Architectural Metals brands professionally at industry events, trade shows, and customer meetings.
  Develop and maintain deep knowledge of products, systems, market applications, and competitive landscape.
  Support continuous improvement efforts related to sales effectiveness, customer experience, and territory performance.

Experience & Skills

• Education
  Bachelor's degree preferred in Business, Marketing, Construction Management, Architecture, Engineering, or related field.
• Experience
  3+ years of sales, specification, architectural, construction, or related building products experience preferred.
  Experiences within glazing, fenestration, aluminum systems, architectural products, or commercial construction environments strongly preferred.
  Equivalent combinations of education and experience may be considered
• Required Skills
  Strong relationship-building and consultative selling skills.
  Ability to influence and communicate effectively with technical and non-technical audiences.
  Strong business acumen and customer focus.
  Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities within a dynamic environment.
  Comfortable working independently while collaborating cross-functionally.
  Strong written, verbal, and presentation communication skills.
  Ability to read and interpret architectural drawings and specifications.
  Proficiency with Microsoft Office and CRM systems.

Work Environment/Travel Requirements

This role is field and office based with frequent customer interaction and travel throughout the assigned territory.

The role requires: Frequent travel within the territory, including customer visits, construction sites, and industry events
Ability to operate within office, manufacturing, and active construction environments using appropriate PPE.
Prolonged periods of sitting, driving, computer use, and virtual meetings.
Occasional lifting of product samples and materials up to 25 lbs.

The above statements describe the general nature and level of work for this position. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, or skills required. The Company reserves the right to modify or assign other duties as necessary.

Our Benefits

We care about and invest in our employees. We are proud to offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support their well-being and foster professional development. Here is a glimpse of what you can look forward to if you join our team.

Competitive Benefits Package for employees and their dependents (Medi