Regional Sales Leader – Construction Materials

Heidelberg Materials; Westchester (IL); On-site; USD 136,000 - 181,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) retirement plan with company/m

Health, Dental, Vision insurance

HSA/HRA/FSA

AD&D and disability coverage

Paid vacation, sick leave, holidays

Job summary

Heidelberg Materials in the United States is seeking a senior sales leader to oversee the Chicago, NW Indiana, and Central Illinois region. You will lead a sales and back-office team across 11 facilities, shaping strategy, budgets, and risk management to drive growth and customer value.

The role requires a tenacious leader with 10+ years in sales and at least 5 years in leadership, strong analytical and communication skills, and the ability to navigate dynamic markets.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in business, Engineering or related field; minimum 10 years of sales experience and 5 years of leadership/management, preferably in construction materials.
• Analytical skills demonstrated; ability to analyze data and market trends for informed decisions.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills for employee and customer interactions.
• Ability to thrive in a dynamic environment and adapt to market changes.
• Forward-thinking strategic mindset with ability to develop and implement innovative sales strategies.
• Attention to detail to ensure pricing, volumes, and orders are accurate through the sales cycle.

Responsibilities

• Lead the regional sales and back-office team across Chicago, NW Indiana, and Central Illinois (11 facilities).
• Develop and maintain project schedules, budgets, and risk management plans.
• Strategically lead sales strategies and multiple execution options for key initiatives.
• Drive a customer-centric culture and transformational improvements in the customer experience.
• Mentor a high-performing sales team and foster continuous improvement and digital tool adoption.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders (operations, QC, marine, North American Sales Operations) and external partners.

Skills

Leadership

Strategic thinking

Analytical skills

Communication

Adaptability

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor’s degree in business, Engineering or related field

Job description

Heidelberg Materials in the United States is seeking a senior sales leader to oversee the Chicago, NW Indiana, and Central Illinois region. You will lead a sales and back-office team across 11 facilities, shaping strategy, budgets, and risk management to drive growth and customer value.

The role requires a tenacious leader with 10+ years in sales and at least 5 years in leadership, strong analytical and communication skills, and the ability to navigate dynamic markets.