Architect Sales Representative

Job Description

Job Description

Description:

JOB SUMMARY

Gunton Corporation, the largest independent distributor of Pella Windows & Doors in the country, is an innovative leader in our industry. Our Sales Representatives provide solutions for our customers' window and door needs and are key to our success since 1932.

Due to our continued growth, we are actively expanding our Architect Representative Team that calls on local architect and design firms. Come be a part of our exciting growth!

TERRITORY

We love when our Sales Reps live in the territory they sell. Our Architect Representative will be based out of our Warrendale office and service the Greater Pittsburgh area.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• The position will promote the specification of Pella products with architects and design firms
• Generate business by leveraging/creating business development opportunities with architectural firms, and potential other avenues
• Open avenues through various activities that will provide opportunities to increase our commercial and trade fenestration products market share
• Promote yourself and Gunton Corporation through membership, networking, and participating at relative and industry organizations
• Initiate and market Gunton events within the design community to promote relationships with current Pella users and introduce us to new prospective business partners
• Promote, schedule, prepare, and conduct box lunch programs in conjunction with Outside Sales Representatives as appropriate

REPORTING RELATIONSHIP

Reports to Commercial Sales Manager

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Experience cold calling as a form of business development
• A valid driver’s license and acceptable driving record
• Ability to lift and carry sales tools that could weigh up to 50 pounds

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• College degree
• Experience working with Architects & Design Firms
• Experience in Construction

WHAT WE OFFER

• No Overnight Travel
• Small Geographical Territories
• Paid Training
• Vehicle Allowance
• Phone and Laptop
• Paid Vacation
• Insurance (Health, Vision, Dental, Life)
• Flexible Spending Account
• 401(k)
• Profit Sharing

Gunton Corporation is pleased to be an equal employment employer. Decisions concerning employment, transfers, and promotions are made upon the basis of the best qualified candidate without regard to color, race, religion, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, ancestry, status as a disabled or Vietnam era veteran or any other characteristic protected by law.