Territory Sales Representative - Truss

Simpson Strong-Tie is a leader in engineered structural connectors, software, and solutions for the building industry. We maintain a reputation as a trusted manufacturer, partner, and corporate citizen committed to our customers and employees. Our founder, Barc Simpson established 9 Principles of Business we live out as company values and have made Simpson Strong-Tie an inspiring place to work since 1956. Our team of talented people are dedicated to our shared mission: to provide solutions that help people design and build safer, stronger structures. Learn about our company culture directly from our team. YOU As a Territory Sales Representative (TSR) - Truss, you will be responsible for growing Component Manufacturers’ sales in Illinois, Indiana and Michigan while creating and maintaining effective relationships with component manufacturing customers. Your goal for these relationships will be to promote Simpson’s Integrated Component Systems (ICS) software suite and related hardware products. This encompasses job management, design and analysis for prefabricated metal plate connected wood trusses and engineered wood products. You will coordinate with and contribute to the overall branch and company efforts to profitably grow our business. You will also lead and participate in training sessions/workshops in and out of the territory. These workshops require scheduling, promotion, set-up, presentation, and take-down, as well as providing observation and suggestions for improvement. You will work with Regional Sales Managers, Technical Sales Engineers, Product Management, Marketing, and other TSRs to develop/coordinate sales strategies and programs; and communicate appropriate market trends and field intelligence to provide Management and Operations to ensure customer satisfaction. WHAT YOU’LL BE DOING (% of Time) Drive demand and grow sales in the defined marketplace. This includes being active with Component Manufacturers, prospecting, conducting sales calls, identifying opportunities, giving presentations including hands on demonstrations, training, and repairing tools. Analyze industry and market needs and develop the appropriate strategies, forecast territory demand, and provide support as needed by the customer and/or company. Assist in securing and maintaining product specifications. (60%) Ensure existing Building Technology customers are utilizing the software to its greatest capability by conducting sales-oriented software demonstrations. Communicate customer needs and challenges to various teams and product managers and work jointly to provide a solution. (25%) Promote Simpson Strong-Tie as an industry partner and potential employer; participate in tradeshows, association meetings and various committees and/or causes; provide educational opportunities in classroom settings throughout your territory including but not limited to truss yards, wall panalizers, and contractors. (10%) Other duties and responsibilities, including but not limited to, consistent CRM management and usage, scheduling, business planning, submitting expense reports in a timely manner, regular maintenance of company-owned vehicles, and other duties as assigned. (5%) DESIRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE If you can do everything listed above, you’ve got what it takes. Perhaps some of the following would be helpful too: Bachelor’s degree preferred but not required. 3-5 years of industry experience and/or training. Fluent in general construction practices and distribution channels. Must have a strong working knowledge of project workflow from architect/engineer to the contractor. Sales and account management experience with a proven track record of sales/profit growth preferred. Technical: Have the ability to gain product knowledge in order to become a trusted resource for Simpson Products and solutions as well as working with Specialists to provide support as needed. Presentation Skills: Ability to develop and present captivating presentations and incorporate sales skills to step a prospect through a story. Creative & Innovative Thinking: Ability to exhibit creativity and innovation when contributing to organizational and individual objectives. Decision Making & Judgement: Ability to balance analysis, wisdom, experience, and perspective when making decisions. Accountability & Dependability: Ability to fulfill all commitments made to peers, co-workers, and supervisors. Adaptability & Flexibility: Ability to respond positively to change, embracing and using new practices or values to accomplish goals and solve problems. Customer Focus: Ability to build and sustain productive customer relationships. Self-Awareness: Ability to find and maximize opportunities for growth and development. Proactivity: Ability to identify what needs to be done and act, when situation requires it. Influence: Ability to address issues in an open, constructive, professional manner. Organization & Prioritization: Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities simultaneously as well as quickly reallocate resources in order to respond to changing customer and team member needs. Computer/Software/Technology: Proficient knowledge of Microsoft Office (including Outlook, Excel, Word and Power Point), Salesforce CRM, SAP ERP, and other industry standard software packages. Ability to learn new systems in a timely manner. Driving Record: A valid driver’s license and a clean driving record are required. PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand, walk, sit, see, talk, and hear. While performing the duties of this job, the employee may occasionally push or lift up to 50 lbs. WORK ENVIRONMENT This job operates in both a professional office environment, customer sites and outdoor construction job sites. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, printers/scanners, etc. The employee occasionally works around moving mechanical parts. Noise level may be loud at times. TRAVEL REQUIRED This job requires 50% domestic travel. WORK STATUS & LOCATION This full-time, exempt position can be located within Indianapolis, IN., Fort Wayne, IN, Springfield, IL, Peoria, IL, or Chicago, IL. RELOCATION Relocation may be considered for this position. PAY $75,200 - $107,500 / year REWARDS AT SIMPSON STRONG-TIE We recognize and reward employees with a carefully designed and comprehensive rewards package, including competitive compensation, quarterly bonuses or commission and first-rate benefits. May exclude some positions, such as seasonal jobs. Quarterly Bonuses/Commission: You will be eligible for either a bonus or commission, paid on a quarterly basis. We believe all employees affect customers, sales and revenue — directly or indirectly – and should be rewarded by sharing the company profits. Benefits: We provide a wide range of benefits for eligible full-time employees including: medical, dental, vision, retirement contributions, employee stock purchase and bonus plans, pay for holidays, vacation, sick days, funerals and jury duty, years of service awards, employee discounts, employee referral bonuses, charitable contribution matching, education reimbursement and more. View benefit plan details here: In keeping with our values and commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion in our communities, we are an equal opportunity employer. This means that our employment decisions are based on your qualifications and merit, and our business needs. Please note all job offers are contingent upon a successful drug screen and criminal background check, in accordance with applicable local, state, and federal laws. #NowHiring #GetHired #Hiring #HiringNow Company: Simpson Strong-Tie Company Inc. Simpson Strong-Tie is a leader in engineered structural connectors, software, and solutions for the building industry. We maintain a reputation as a trusted manufacturer, partner, and corporate citizen committed to our customers and employees. Our founder, Barc Simpson established 9 Principles of Business we live out as company values and have made Simpson Strong-Tie an inspiring place to work since 1956. Our team of talented people are dedicated to our shared mission: to provide solutions that help people design and build safer, stronger structures. Learn about our company culture directly from our team. We’re always looking for talented people to join our team. If you don’t see a current opening that matches your skills but want to stay in the loop for future opportunities, introduce yourself! We’d love to learn more about you and keep you in mind for the right role.