National Sales Leader, Roofing & Waterproofing

Sika AG; Downers Grove (IL); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401k matching

Medical, Dental, Vision

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

Paid time off

Wellness Reimbursements

Education Assistance

Professional Development

Employee Referral Program

Job summary

Sika Corporation is seeking a seasoned Sales Manager to lead its Hydrotech Roofing sales in the Chicago area. The National Sales Manager will drive profitable growth, steer the sales strategy, manage key customer relationships, and guide a high-performing team across medical markets such as waterproofing and green roofing.

The role emphasizes national strategy, opportunity identification, leadership of regional managers and partners, and strong engagement with architectural firms, contractors

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Marketing, Construction Management, or related field.
• Minimum 10 years of progressive sales leadership experience in the construction, building materials, or commercial roofing sector.
• Strong understanding of waterproofing systems, green roofs, and sustainable building practices is highly desirable.
• Proven track record of developing and executing successful sales strategies in both direct and indirect sales models.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to travel nationwide up to 50%.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute a national sales strategy that aligns with American Hydrotech’s objectives.
• Identify new business opportunities, market segments, and revenue streams within waterproofing, green roofing, and architectural systems.
• Lead, coach, and develop a geographically dispersed team of Regional Sales Managers, Area Representatives, and Independent Sales Partners.
• Foster a culture of accountability, performance, and collaboration across the organization.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with top-tier architectural firms, roofing contractors, distributors, and developers.
• Support national accounts, major projects, and specifications to ensure continuity and customer satisfaction

Skills

Sales leadership

Strategic sales

Communication

Negotiation

Travel flexibility

Education

Bachelor’s degree inBusiness/Marketing/ConstructionManagement

Job description

Sika Corporation is seeking a seasoned Sales Manager to lead its Hydrotech Roofing sales in the Chicago area. The National Sales Manager will drive profitable growth, steer the sales strategy, manage key customer relationships, and guide a high-performing team across medical markets such as waterproofing and green roofing.

The role emphasizes national strategy, opportunity identification, leadership of regional managers and partners, and strong engagement with architectural firms, contractors