Regional Pro Specialist

Regional Pro Specialist is responsible for accelerating Pro-segment growth across big-box retail, including Lowe’s and The Home Depot for our Larson, Fiberon, and Therma-Tru brands. This role serves as the regional PRO expert for the Outdoors B2C (Retail) Business Unit—building strategic partnerships, generating high-value Pro opportunities, and executing field initiatives that increase revenue, loyalty, and project penetration. You will collaborate closely with distribution partners, retail representatives, and retail channel outside sales associates to expand our footprint, convert builder and contractor business, and deliver seamless, high-quality project experiences for Pro customers across your assigned territory. Location & Travel: This is a field-based role requiring travel throughout our Southeast Sales Region – Tennessee, North Carolina, South Carolina, Georgia, Alabama, and Florida. We expect up to 75% travel, including both driving and air travel. Salary: $80,000 - $100,000 plus annual sales incentive and other opportunities for performance-based contests and bonuses. What you will be doing: Capture a targeted share of addressable business within assigned region. Implement Pro-focused programs and promotional initiatives within the retail environment. Promote the full product portfolio across Lowe’s, Home Depot, and distribution networks. Collaborate with Retail Channel Outside Sellers monthly; gain alignment on active projects, upcoming opportunities, and Pro promotions. Become the regional expert in high-level blueprint reading and full project takeoff execution. Host region-wide Pro events to deliver enhanced product training to retail and distribution partners to elevate market knowledge and advocacy. Conduct on-site job visits to support project planning, technical troubleshooting, and accuracy validation. Manage large, multi-phase, high-value Pro projects to ensure seamless execution from quote to fulfillment. Support smooth order transactions and timely delivery. Drive loyalty and repeat purchases through Pro rebate contracts and long-term relationships with complex Pro accounts. Qualifications 3-5 years of experience in sales, field operations, or channel management within a B2C or retail environment. Must reside within the assigned territory and be comfortable driving and flying for business. Strong communication and organizational skills. Strong desire and commitment to sales. Ability to excel in a high-performance, entrepreneurial environment that values initiative, accountability, and cross-functional collaboration. Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint). Nice to Have: Bachelor’s degree in Business, Marketing, Sales, or related field. Experience working with Pro customers (e.g., builders, remodelers, contractors, or trade professionals). Background in big-box retail, distribution, or building products industry. Experience working with any CRM platforms (e.g., HubSpot, Salesforce). Benefits Fortune Brands supports the overall health and wellness of our associates by offering comprehensive, competitive benefits that prioritize all aspects of wellbeing and provide flexibility for our teammates’ unique needs. This includes robust health plans, a market-leading 401(k) program with a company contribution, product discounts, flexible time off benefits, adoption benefits, and more. We offer numerous ERGs (Employee Resource Groups) to foster a sense of belonging for all associates. Equal Opportunity Statement Fortune Brands is an equal opportunity employer. Fortune Brands evaluates qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, national origin, ancestry, age, disability/handicap status, marital status, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, genetic history or information, or any other legally protected characteristic. #J-18808-Ljbffr Larson