Strategic Account Manager - Construction & Building Products

Direct Sales Recruiting, LLC; Cincinnati (OH); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent recruiting firm is seeking a Strategic Account Manager specializing in construction and building products. This position involves managing key accounts, developing new business opportunities, and collaborating on design projects with a strong focus on brand and customer experience. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree, industry experience, and exceptional communication skills, ready to bring iconic brands to life.

Qualifications

• Proven success in selling to and managing accounts in related industries.
• Strong understanding of specification processes and architects/designers.
• Excellent communication skills with a passion for storytelling.

Responsibilities

• Manage and grow existing national accounts across various verticals.
• Identify new business opportunities focusing on branded design.
• Present branded solutions to top-tier prospects.

Skills

Account Management

Business Development

Communication

Strategic Thinking

Creativity

Education

Bachelor’s Degree

Job description

Strategic Account Manager - Construction & Building Products

My client is seeking a dynamic Strategic Account Manager to join their growing team. This role involves 60% strategic account management and 40% new business development, focusing on growth within key vertical markets through branded experiences. You will work with high-profile national accounts and iconic brands to bring their vision to life in family entertainment environments.

Responsibilities:

1. Manage and grow existing national accounts across verticals including sports arenas, education, museums, colleges, and family entertainment venues.
2. Identify and develop new business opportunities with a focus on branded and experiential design.
3. Build strategic relationships within key accounts to deliver exceptional value.
4. Lead brand activation projects from concept to delivery, collaborating with internal teams and client stakeholders.
5. Coordinate with design and engineering teams to align product specifications with client brand goals.
6. Present branded solutions to top-tier prospects such as sports teams, amusement parks, and corporate brands.
7. Navigate specification-based sales processes in architectural and commercial design contexts.
8. Represent branded product capabilities in industry outreach and engagements.

Requirements:

1. Bachelor’s Degree required.
2. Proven success in selling to and managing accounts, preferably within design-forward or experience-focused industries.
3. Background in architectural, construction, or building materials verticals.
4. Strong understanding of specification processes and working with architects/designers.
5. A background in design is a major plus—creativity and translating brand identity into physical space are key.
6. Excellent communication and presentation skills, with a passion for storytelling and brand expression.
7. Highly motivated, self-starter attitude with strategic thinking skills.

Note: This job is currently active and accepting applications.