Sales Associate - Western Region

Benjamin Moore; Denver (CO); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay package

401(k) plan with company match

Generous paid time off program

Company car and laptop

Comprehensive sales training

Job summary

Benjamin Moore is seeking a Sales Associate in Denver, CO, to develop sales experience within a high-energy team. This position involves learning about the paint and coatings industry, engaging with clients, and supporting Territory Representatives. Ideal candidates are strong communicators with a passion for customer service and a willingness to relocate. The role offers competitive pay, comprehensive training, and benefits including medical coverage, a 401(k) plan, and opportunities for career advancement.

Qualifications

• Strong verbal, written, and listening communication skills are required.
• A self-starter committed to independent work and self-improvement.
• Good computer skills required, including Word and Excel.

Responsibilities

• Manage territory and support sales representatives.
• Engage in customer relationship management.
• Learn about products to prepare for future responsibilities.

Skills

Verbal communication skills

Relationship management

Sales skills

Technical knowledge

Education

Four-year college degree preferred

Tools

Microsoft Dynamics CRM

Word

Excel

Job description

Job Summary

Benjamin Moore & Co. is currently looking for an ambitious and self‑motivated individual to join our team as a Sales Associate. This is a great opportunity to begin your career by developing your sales experience with a high‑energy team and become part of an iconic and growing Berkshire Hathaway family brand.

You will participate in an exciting program that exemplifies our commitment to having the best, most customer‑centric sales force in the business. In this role, you will develop expert knowledge and skills about our products, programs, and services, and ultimately prepare to move up into a Territory Sales Representative role. The ideal candidate must be willing and able to relocate within a designated region once a Territory Representative role becomes available.

What You Will Do As a Sales Associate

Focus on learning and engaging with Benjamin Moore’s Field Sales team and clients during the first 10–12 weeks. The onboarding will include:

• Learning all aspects of the paint and coatings industry by working alongside professionals in R&D, Marketing, Sales Operations, Manufacturing & Distribution, Color and Design, and interdependent retailer locations
• Attending internal and external product and sales training
• Participating in market‑wide selling events and professional networking events
• Applying paints and coatings to various substrates and learning how to diagnose and troubleshoot product performance issues
• Becoming a Brand Ambassador and learning what it means to live the Benjamin Moore mission and values

Responsibilities

After the initial onboarding period, you will take on more Territory Representative responsibilities until you have demonstrated sufficient knowledge and competencies and a territory becomes available where management feels you will thrive.

• Territory Management
• Sales and Revenue Growth
• Customer Relationship Management
• Product Knowledge and Market Awareness

Key Responsibilities

• Support Territory Representatives in meeting their sales goals by calling on lower‑volume customers to sell products and programs
• Cover assigned territories as needed within the region to support vacation absences or short/long‑term leaves of absence when requested by the Regional Sales Director
• Manage temporarily assigned territory, including scheduling, territory organization, and using CRM/enterprise systems to drive sales, increase profitability, and close sales opportunities
• Demonstrate customer‑centricity through a consultative approach in a team environment
• Establish yourself as your customer’s go‑to expert by combining technical knowledge, business acumen, and a thoughtful customer approach
• Support the cultivation of new businesses alongside more experienced Territory Representatives
• Continue learning and growing in the values of Benjamin Moore, including assisting in architectural and industrial product training, sales blitzes, promotional campaigns, and other duties as assigned

Required Skills

• Very strong verbal, written, and listening communication skills
• Excellent relationship management and team interaction skills
• Friendly, outgoing, confident, and enthusiastic
• Self‑starter, committed to the task, and independent worker
• Demonstrated passion for servicing customers and creating solutions
• Comfortable speaking in front of small to medium‑sized groups in a professional setting
• Desire to develop sales skills and product knowledge
• Good computer skills (Word, Excel, Outlook); will need to learn Microsoft Dynamics CRM
• Strong work ethic with a commitment to building a career path
• Able and willing to relocate within a designated region and relocate to the assigned territory after the program concludes, usually within 8–12 months from the hire date
• Must be available for up to 80% travel, sometimes overnight, to attend training and events
• Valid driver’s license and a good driving record
• Four‑year college degree preferred, or a combination of 4 years of college and customer‑facing work experience

What We Offer

• Competitive pay package inclusive of a base salary and bonus
• Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
• 401(k) plan with company match
• Generous paid time off program
• Company car, laptop, and cell phone
• Comprehensive sales and product training

Benefits

• Medical/Dental/Vision
• 401(k) match
• PTO starting at 3 weeks’ vacation + 7 paid holidays and 5 personal days
• Employer‑paid life insurance
• Tuition reimbursement

EOE Statement

Benjamin Moore is an equal‑opportunity employer that is committed to a culture of inclusion and belonging. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, disability, national origin, veteran status, or any other basis covered by appropriate law. Our commitment to these principles means all employment decisions are made based on qualifications, merit, and business needs.