Sales Representative - A & D - Perfect Placement Group, LLC

SALES REPRESENTATIVE (A&D)

Summary: The Architectural Sales Representative will play a key role in driving sales and promoting our countertop, flooring and hardscape products within the architectural and design community. This individual will be responsible for establishing and maintaining strong relationships with architects, designers, specifiers, and other industry professionals to increase brand awareness, generate leads, and ultimately drive revenue growth.

Work Hours: Monday to Friday from 8:00AM - 5:00PM, and alternating Saturdays.

To perform this job successfully, the individual must be able to complete the following essential duties and responsibilities:

• Develop and execute a strategic sales plan to grow revenue by $500k to $1M annually and achieve macro and micro sales targets/objectives in the architectural market segment.
• Identify and prioritize key architectural firms, design studios, and other relevant stakeholders to establish and nurture relationships that brings new customers in.
• Actively prospect and engage with architects, designers, and specifiers to promote our products and services, resulting in products being specified in current and future projects.
• Collaborate closely with the marketing team to develop targeted marketing materials, presentations, and product samples tailored to the architectural and design audience.
• Provide comprehensive product education and training sessions to architects, designers, and other decision-makers in the A&D space to showcase the features, benefits, and applications of our broad product offering.
• Track project opportunities through all stages of development, working cross functionally with local and national sales and operations teams to ensure accurate execution of all project goals and timelines.
• Maintain detailed records of project specifications, requirements, and timelines, allowing for meaningful follow-up with contractors and other stakeholders to ensure timely resolution of any issues or concerns throughout the construction process.
• Attend industry events, trade shows, and networking functions to enhance brand visibility, expand our network within the architectural community, and identify future project opportunities.
• Stay informed about industry trends, competitor activities, and market developments to identify opportunities and potential challenges, and adjust sales strategies accordingly.
• Strong proficiency with the Microsoft Office Suite, including modifying and manipulating Excel spreadsheets, creating PowerPoint presentations, and using Outlook email and calendaring systems.
• Strong analytical skills and the ability to review, analyze, and summarize various sales and market reports to identify trends, sales potential, and measure success.
• Travel 40-80% locally, occasionally nationally and/or internationally.
• Perform additional duties as required and or requested.
• Prepare and submit accurate sales forecasts, reports, and other documentation as required by management.

Additionally the candidate must meet the following Education and Experience requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Marketing, Architecture, Interior Design, or related field preferred.
• Proven track record of success in B2B sales, with a focus on selling architectural products or building materials.
• Demonstrated experience in developing and maintaining relationships with architects, designers, specifiers, and other industry professionals.
• Strong understanding of architectural design principles, construction processes, and project specifications.
• Excellent communication, presentation, and negotiation skills, with the ability to effectively articulate technical information to a non-technical audience.
• Self-motivated and results-oriented, with the ability to work independently and as part of a collaborative team.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite and CRM software (e.g., Salesforce) preferred.
• Valid driver’s license and willingness to travel as needed.

Salary Range: $75,000-$125,000. Estimated annual pay for new hires generally ranges between $75,000 and $125,000 or more, depending on experience, education level and annual bonuses.

This role has the following physical demands:

• The physical demands 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.
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use their hands to handle objects, tools, or controls; reach with their hands and arms; and communicate verbally. The employee frequently sits and may occasionally stand or walk.
• The employee must occasionally lift, pull and move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision.

Benefits: We offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes:

• Referral, Holiday, and Annual Bonuses
• Annual pay increases
• Paid Time Off
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Company-paid Short Term and Long Term disability;
• Company-paid Life Insurance
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Traditional and Roth 401(k) plans with company matching contributions
• Charitable donation matching programs
• Free, company-sponsored 1-on-1 tutoring for children/dependents of employees in grades k-12, including free tutoring for SAT and ACT tests.

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