Technical Sales Representative - Seattle

Lafarge Africa Plc; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 50,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as a Technical Sales Representative in Seattle, where you'll support contractors and drive sales in the commercial building products sector. This role offers the chance to develop relationships, provide training, and ensure project success while working closely with a diverse team. With a commitment to sustainability and innovation, you'll be part of a dynamic environment that values your contributions and fosters professional growth. If you're passionate about building better solutions and making an impact, this opportunity is for you.

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Flexible Spending and Health Savings Accounts

Life and AD&D insurance

Short- and long-term disability

401(k) retirement plan with company contribution

Paid time off

12 paid holidays

Tuition Reimbursement

Qualifications

• Strong sales background in commercial building products.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks with accuracy.

Responsibilities

• Work with contractors to increase installation proficiency.
• Provide training and assistance to contractors and sales reps.
• Develop and grow contractor relationships in the territory.

Skills

Sales experience

Interpersonal communication

Organizational skills

Knowledge of roofing

Ability to travel

Education

Two-year degree or equivalent experience

Job description

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Technical Sales Representative - Seattle

WHO IS HOLCIM?

As a global leader in innovative and sustainable building solutions, Holcim is enabling greener cities, smarter infrastructure and improving living standards around the world. With sustainability at the core of our strategy, we are becoming a net-zero company, with our people and communities at the heart of our success. We are driving circular construction as a world leader in recycling to build more with less. It’s all thanks to our 70,000 talented people around the world who are passionate about building progress for people and the planet through four business segments: Cement, Ready-Mix Concrete, Aggregates and Solutions & Products.

WHO ARE HOLCIM PEOPLE

Holcim people are passionate about finding better ways to build. They embrace innovation and improvement with a pioneering spirit. They work as trusted partners, creating better solutions and experiences for their customers,communities, and colleagues.

ABOUT THE ROLE

Duro-Last Roofing, the world’s largest manufacturer of prefabricated roofing systems, has an opening for a Technical Sales Representative in the greater Seattle, Washington area.The position aims to support Duro-Last contractors and develop new relationships and opportunities in this area. The ideal candidate will have a strong sales background, preferably in the commercial building products industry, and the ability to be hands on, strong organizational skills, and manage multiple tasks while ensuring accuracy.The position will report to the Director of Sales for the Western Division and National Accounts.

WHAT YOU'LL BE DOING

• Responsible for working with existing Duro-Last contractors to increase and maintain installation and specification proficiency.
• Provide job site training, in-house classes, and assistance to all new and experienced Duro-Last contractors, sales representatives, roofing crews, and estimators.
• Provide field measuring help for contractors during the order and quoting process.
• Attend pre-construction meetings, job walks, and interim inspection services throughout the territory on in-progress projects to ensure projects are going smoothly and communicate with building owners and project managers.
• Develop and grow contractors in the assigned territory, including recruiting new contractors, to create a prospect list of up and coming new roofing contractors for the regional market.
• Travel regionally to represent the company at trades shows and roofing association organizations to increase business through architects, roofing consultants, specifiers, corporate accounts, contractors, trade shows, and building owners.
• Participate and develop a business, marketing, and sales plan with growth targets, specific objectives, and implementation strategies for continued growth and market share for the specific region.
• Other duties and responsibilities may be assigned.

WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR

• Two-year degree, technical degree, or equivalent experience is required.
• Previous outside sales experience with a background in roofing or construction is highly desired.
• Commercial roofing knowledge or Duro-Last background preferred.
• Must be organized and self-motivated.
• Ability to travel frequently in the assigned territory.
• Must have outstanding interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work well with a diverse team.
• Must be adaptable to a fast-paced environment.
• Travel required and may occasionally need to work outside normal business hours on short notice.
• Opportunity for professional growth and development within the company.
• The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
• The employee is occasionally required to sit; climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl.
• The employee must frequently lift and/or move objects up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move objects up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.
• You will be required to be on rooftops in this position while meeting customer needs.

WHAT WE OFFER

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Flexible Spending and Health Savings Accounts
• Life and AD&D insurance
• Short- and long-term disability
• 401(k) retirement plan with company contribution
• Paid time off
• 12 paid holidays
• Tuition Reimbursement

YOUR HOLCIM EXPERIENCE

At Holcim, there is endless opportunity for you to play your part. Whether you’re in a technical, managerial, or frontline role, you can shape a career that works for you. With us you’ll have the chance to embrace the passion we share for our planet. You’ll be encouraged to seek out diverse perspectives, share your ideas and build the skills and connections you need to perform at your best. Because it’s only when we work together in a culture where everyone thrives, that we can build the world we all want to live in.

In compliance with the ADA Amendments Act (ADAAA), if you have a disability and would like to request accommodation in order to apply for a position with us, please include a note on your application or reach out to us directly.

Holcim Solutions and Products US, LLC takes pride in our hiring processes and our commitment thatall qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, ethnicity, religion, creed, national origin, ancestry, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, parental status, genetic information, citizenship, physical or mental disability, past, current, or prospective service in the uniformed services, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local law. Holcim Solutions and Products US, LLC, and its affiliates and subsidiaries are Equal Opportunity Employers, deciding all employment on the basis of qualification, merit and business need.

While we sincerely appreciate all applications, only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

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