Market Development Manager

A successful candidate will manage an assigned territory and work anywhere within this region. This will include representing West Fraser wood products within the new home, multi-family and commercial construction markets. They will be both a technical resource and product expert in their territory along with growing relationships with our key customers and developing a marketing plan for the assigned territory.Here’s What You’ll Do:Establishing, managing, and maintaining customer relationships by ensuring excellent service and follow-up and by learning and supporting the customers’ businessDesigning and implementing regional marketing programs with key pro-dealers, retail accounts and builders which support corporate sales and marketing objectivesPromoting new and existing products to contractor yards and buildersServing as a subject matter expert regarding products or programs in the marketplaceEstablish, manage, and strengthen long-term relationships with key pro-dealers, retail accounts, builders, and industrial customersEnsure exceptional service, proactive follow-up, and deep understanding of customer business modelsServe as a trusted advisor and subject matter expert within the marketplacePartner closely with inside sales, sales management, and marketing teams to achieve revenue objectivesDevelop mentoring capabilities with outside marketing team and support staffContribute meaningful input to broader organizational planning discussions and sales & marketing initiativesHere’s What You’ll Need:Bachelor’s Degree in a related field or equivalent experience in a marketing / sales role within the wood products industryFive (5) to ten (10) + years of experience in a role related to the home construction or building industryKnowledge of construction and building materialsSolid planning, organizational and time management skillsA strong ability to analyze and report in a professional manner on product usage, trends, and competitive threats within their respective geographiesKnowledge and experience at the builder level; knowledge of building codes and applicationsExcellent verbal and written communication, including presentation skillsStrong technical aptitude and people skillsProficiency in Microsoft Outlook and WordWhat Will Make You Stand Out:Engineering, Architectural, Building Science accreditationKnowledge of structural wood productsProficiency in reading construction documentsOur highly competitive compensation package and outstanding benefits include:Benefits starting Day 1Competitive starting payOn-the-job trainingA culture that strongly believes in promoting from withinMedicalDentalVision401kwith company matching & retirement contributionEmployee Stock Purchase planLife InsuranceDisability InsurancePaid vacations and holidaysEmployee Assistance ProgramInvitation to Apply:If you are ready to build your career in a company that thrives on growth, a safe work environment, rewarding work, challenge, and opportunity, come build your career with us at West Fraser: We thank all candidates for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Please apply through our online application process. Be sure to attach your resume to your online profile as resumes will not be accepted at the site. No phone inquiries, please.West Fraser is a diversified wood products company producing lumber, OSB, LVL, MDF, plywood, pulp, newsprint, wood chips, and energy with over 60 facilities in Canada, the United States, and Europe. We are the largest lumber producer in North America, a leading global manufacturer of wood-based panels, and the world’s largest producer of oriented strand board (OSB).We are a growing company, believe strongly in promoting from within, and pride ourselves on providing a challenging environment with continuous development. The successful candidate should be interested in future growth opportunities within the companyWest Fraser is an Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/V/D & Drug-Free Workplace (DFW)Job SummaryRequisition Number: MARKE Job Category: Sales, Customer Service \& TransportationSchedule: Full-Time