Job Description:
We are seeking an Architect & Designer Sales Manager to grow the Commercial Area of our business. The successful candidate will be responsible for obtaining design specifications from architects and specifiers, and developing new business with key project accounts in the designated area.
The ideal candidate should have a self-sufficient and resilient attitude, with a strong work ethic and flexible approach. They must also be able to create short- and long-term sales plans, develop new project opportunities, and promote our products through formal presentations.
The role requires the ability to maintain accurate relationship, product placement, and project details within our project management database (Sales Force CRM). Additionally, the candidate should be able to manage their own sales budget and stay within assigned sales and expense budgets on a monthly, quarterly, and annual basis.
Responsibilities:
* Create short- and long-term sales plans to penetrate architectural and design firms, developers, corporate accounts, new property owners, and services providers.
* Develop new project opportunities through personal sales efforts and professional relationships with architects, designers, building owners, and property management firms involved with new development or renovation work.
* Promote organization's products in formal presentations to architects, designers, and targeted organizations.
* Execute sales plans created within agreed-upon timelines from the customer or Cosentino Management.
* Maintain accurate relationship, product placement, and project details within project management database (Sales Force CRM).
* Manage the sales development of Cosentino surfacing products.
* Actively represent and promote Cosentino to the community through hosting and attendance of local chapter events.
Requirements:
* At least 4-5 years of experience in a similar role.
* English language proficiency is mandatory.
* Living in the area to be covered is required.
* Experience in façades is highly desirable.
* Bachelor's degree is preferred.
About Us:
Cosentino is a world-leading producer of architectural and decorative surfaces. Our purpose is to inspire people through innovative and sustainable spaces. We offer a great team environment, career opportunities for talented individuals, and a commitment to equal employment opportunity.