Sales Associate (Sealants)

Rust-Oleum; Albuquerque (NM); On-site; USD 60,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) plan with company match

Paid time off

Performance-based bonus

Job summary

Rust-Oleum in Albuquerque, New Mexico, is seeking a Sales Associate to engage with customers and learn the sales process. The position supports professional development through mentorship and hands-on training, with an anticipated start date between June 1st and August 1st. The role offers a competitive salary range of $60,000 to $65,000 plus bonuses, and involves customer prospecting, product demonstrations, and relationship management.

The ideal candidate will have strong communication skills and a degree in a relevant area. Benefits include health insurance and retirement plans.

Qualifications

• One to two years' sales or construction experience preferred.
• Valid driver's license required.
• Ability to learn internal business systems.

Responsibilities

• Prospect new accounts and manage existing customers.
• Provide product demonstrations and technical support.
• Visit job sites and manage relationships through Salesforce.

Skills

Good communication skills

Strong interpersonal skills

Practical computer application literacy

Self-motivated and goal-oriented

Education

Associate degree or equivalent

Bachelor's degree in a related field

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Salesforce.com

Job description

Tremco Construction Products Group (CPG) unites industry-leading building envelope solutions, manufacturers, service providers, and trusted brands including Tremco, Nudura, Dryvit, Willseal, Weatherproofing Technologies, Inc. and Weatherproofing Technologies Canada to deliver comprehensive, integrated building systems. With operations spanning North American, Europe, Asia-Pacific, India, and Latin America, Tremco CPG has a global presence supported by regional businesses and distributors who understand local market needs for commercial, industrial, and residential construction and restoration projects.

GENERAL PURPOSE OF THE JOB:

The Sales Associate is an introductory sales role in which the associate is partnered with an experienced Sales Professional who will assist in ensuring comprehensive and hands‑on training. The Sales Associate will prospect new accounts, manage existing customers, and travel throughout their assigned local territory.

You must live in and be available to travel within the assigned territory of Albuquerque, New Mexico.

4th ANNUAL ASSOCIATE PROGRAM:

Anticipated to start between June 1st and August 1st, the Sales Associates or Field Technical Associates will learn, train, and grow side by side with the other members of the current and previous years' program cohorts. Starting salaries for associates are estimated to be between $60,000.00 and $65,000.00 with up to a 15% bonus potential. Each associate will be assigned a mentor and have multiple opportunities to shadow experienced sales and field representatives within the assigned territory. Following the two-year program, graduates will be promoted and assigned their own territory, responsibilities, sales targets, and bonus opportunities.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Prospect new accounts.
• Learn basic product features and benefits and deliver this message to prospective users.
• Provide a demonstration of our products.
• Offer basic technical support of named product sets.
• Visit job sites to support installations and build your knowledge.
• Manage select dealer and end user relationships.
• Hold distributor demonstration events.
• Manage activities through salesforce.com.

EDUCATION:

• Associate degree or equivalent from a two-year college or technical school required.
• Bachelor's degree in a related field preferred.

EXPERIENCE:

• One to two years' sales or construction experience and/or training.
• In place of experience, a bachelor's degree will be considered.

OTHER SKILLS, ABILITIES, AND QUALIFICATIONS:

• Good communication skills.
• Strong interpersonal skills.
• Must have a valid driver's license.
• Practical computer application literacy (including Microsoft Office Suite, SF.Com, and learn internal business systems).
• Self‑motivated, goal‑oriented, and great organizational skills.
• Highly confident, strong work ethic, and high degree of energy.
• Desire to progress in a full‑time Technical Sales role in our organization.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

• Travel throughout assigned territory as needed.

BENEFITS AND COMPENSATION:

• The salary range for applicants in this position generally ranges between $60,000.00 and $65,000.00. This range is an estimate, based on potential employee qualifications, operations, needs, and other considerations permitted by law.
• The Company offers a variety of benefits to its employees, including but not limited to health insurance, paid holidays, paid time off, 401(k) Savings and Trust & Plan with company match, Company Pension Plan, Performance Based Bonus/Commission, and continuing education.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.