Technical Sales Manager

James Hardie Building Products Inc

JOB DETAILS
SALARY
$71,000–$95,000 Per Year
SKILLS
Alliance/Partner Management, Business Development, Certified Professional Coder (CPC), Coaching, Compensation and Benefits, Concrete, Construction, Construction Management, Corrective Action, Customer Relationship Management (CRM) Systems, Driver's License, Economics, Entrepreneurship, Geography, Installation Guide, Market Development, OSHA, Operational Strategy, Partner Sales, Performance Analysis, Performance Reviews, Product Safety, Product Support, Project Execution, Recycling, Regional Sales, Relationship Management, Research & Development (R&D), Residential Construction, Revenue Growth, Safety Training, Sales, Sales Management, Sales Strategy, Salesforce.com, Stock Purchase Plans, Sustainability, Technical Leadership, Technical Sales, Technical Strategy, Willing to Travel
POSTED
30+ days ago

James Hardie is the industry leader in exterior home and outdoor living solutions, with a portfolio that includes fiber cement, fiber gypsum, composite and PVC decking and railing products. Our family of trusted brands includes Hardie, TimberTech, AZEK Exteriors, Versatex, fermacell, and StruXure.

With over 8,000 employees and our U.S. operating entities headquartered in Chicago, we boast 31 operating sites, 6 recycling facilities, and 6 research and development centers globally. Powered by a dynamic workforce, we're united by our purpose of Building a Better Future for All through sustainable innovation, a Zero Harm culture, and a commitment to empowering our people and communities.

For more information, visit www.jameshardie.com.

Summary

The Technical Sales Manager reports to the District Sales Manager in their respective region with an additional reporting relationship to the Regional Technical Sales Leader. The Technical Sales Manager will be responsible for enabling sales growth and customer engagement through consultative account management and business development of local installers, working with construction directors and general managers. This role's account management focuses on targeting influential installation companies in partnership with the Regional Account Manager through joint action planning and funnel execution. The role's key objectives are being accountable for regional technical sales execution, developing and managing installers, and partnering with RAMs to operationalize technical sales strategy and remove barriers to product adoption.

What You'll Do:

Key Responsibilities:

  • Technical Sales Execution o Executes the regional technical sales strategy by focusing installer coaching efforts on priority markets, contractors, and projects
  • Target installation companies within the region to identify growth opportunities and partner appropriately with internal stakeholders to gain their business.
  • Ensures technical resources are applied where they will have the greatest impact
  • Act as the subject matter expert in all technical installation practices of our product offerings and installation practices including customer programs and benefits.
  • Create and maintain accurate product specifications, builder specifications, and installer specifications for all job sites.
  • Regularly audit installation practices and identify installation mistakes, creating corrective action plans when needed in the market.

Installer Relationship Management

  • Works with installer businesses to identify, qualify, and develop installers capable of supporting product growth
  • Expands installer coverage within the territory to meet contractor demand and sales priorities
  • Responsible for cultivating and maintaining installer relationships, including crew identification, crew performance assessment, and installer training.
  • Generate sales through installer market development and account management.
  • Perform installer market development through lead identification, networking and value propositioning.
  • Conducts Quarterly Business Reviews with key installation accounts
  • Understand and speak to residential building economics, specifically installation spend

Contractor/Installer Connection

  • Engage and drive consistent communication with Exteriors Sales Reps in joint action planning and funnel execution.
  • Partners with sales reps to connect contractors with qualified installers and support successful project execution
  • Helps remove installation-related barriers which slow/prevent product adoption
  • Maintain and defend Builder Account Management Plans with key influential identified installation companies in targeted geographies.
  • Execute effective product installation training, aiding installation crews to install JH products as safety and efficiently as possible

What You'll Bring:

Requirements:

  • Bachelors degree or equivalent experience required.
  • Preferred Certifications: Certified Professional Constructor (CPC), Certified Associate, Constructor (CAC), Certified Construction Manager (CCM), OSHA Safety Training, TDEC - EPSC Level 1 Certification.
  • 3+ years of sales experience in a high-touch sales environment with a high level of organization, discipline, and self-structure. 5+ years preferred.
  • 3-5 years of building science/construction experience and building envelope design, preferably in a management or entrepreneurial capacity. 5+ years preferred.
  • 1+ years of experience working with a Customer Relationship Management system (Salesforce, HubSpot, Zoho, etc.) • Ability to travel 30 - 40 % of the time, a valid driver's license required.

What You'll Receive:

As of the date of this posting, a good faith estimate of the current pay scale for this position is $71,000 to $95,000. Placement in the range depends on several factors such as experience, skills, geography and internal equity and may change over time. This position qualifies for benefits and you will be eligible to participate in a bonus plan.

At James Hardie, we recognize that our success depends on our people. Weve worked hard to build a generous and competitive benefits program that demonstrates our commitment to our employees.

  • Compensation: competitive salary and bonus eligibility
  • Insurance: day-one health coverage medical, dental, vision, life insurance
  • Paid Time Off: vacation and company holidays
  • Retirement: 401(k) with 6% match
  • Investments: Employee Stock Purchase plan (ESP)
  • Work-Life Balance: parental leave, wellness programs
  • Purpose. Impact. Community: Sustainability Initiatives | James Hardie

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James Hardie Building Products Inc. is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, gender, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, genetic information, veterans status, marital status, pregnancy, disability, or any other basis protected by law.

James Hardie will comply with any applicable state and local laws regarding employee leave benefits, including, but not limited to providing time off pursuant to the Colorado Healthy Families and Workplaces Act, in accordance with its plans and policies.

The position responsibilities outlined above are in no way to be construed as all encompassing. Other duties, responsibilities, and qualifications may be required and/or assigned as necessary.

About the Company

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James Hardie Building Products Inc

At <span itemprop="name">James Hardie</span>, we recognize that our success depends on our people. We've worked hard to build a competitive benefits program that demonstrates our commitment to James Hardie employees.<br/><br/> Our <b>Health Insurance</b> program provides comprehensive coverage at a low co-pay cost for our employees that includes medical, dental, prescription, and vision insurance benefits for every 30+ hour full-time employee. The monthly insurance premium cost for an employee only is fully paid by James Hardie and results in no cost to you. For employees selecting spouse or family coverage, you pay a small monthly premium. In addition, you automatically receive <b>Accident and Life Insurance</b> coverage equal to 1.5 times your base salary as well as <b>Short Term Disability Insurance</b> that pays a percentage of earnings up to 13 weeks for salaried employees and 26 weeks for hourly. And, you can purchase additional voluntary <b>Term Life Insurance</b> for yourself, spouse and children through bi-weekly payroll deductions.<br/><br/> Want to save money on taxes? Our <b>Flexible Spending Accounts</b> lets you set aside pre-tax dollars to pay for certain health care and dependent care expenses that you would typically pay out of your pocket with after-tax dollars.<br/><br/> When you run into a personal problem requiring special help, we have a free <b>Employee Assistance Program (EAP)</b>. If you're not familiar with EAP's, it is a confidential program that offers professional assistance for life situations including alcoholism; drug abuse; marital, family, and emotional issues; financial issues; and more.<br/><br/> Need an auto insurance quote or legal services? Met Life Auto & Home Insurance along with MetLaw can provide these services to you at a low group rate.<br/><br/> We honor 10 paid holidays as well as <b>Funeral Leave</b> and <b>Jury Duty Leave</b> and paid time off.<br/><br/> What about retirement? James Hardie offers enrollment in <b>401(k) Retirement plan</b> four times a year and will match 100% of employees saved dollars up to the first 6% of your salary. In many cases, employees can save up to 50% of their pay before taxes.<br/><br/> To help manage your income employees also have options for <b>Direct Deposit</b> and for optional James Hardie <b>Credit Union </b>participation which offers a Visa card, loans, CD's, IRA's and standard checking and savings accounts.<br/><br/> And did we mention discount tickets for amusement parks, recreation sites and movie theaters?<br/><br/> <b>Note: This is a summary of James Hardie USA benefits for employees not covered by a collective bargaining unit agreement and is not to be used as a full description of these benefits. Please contact Human Resources for more detailed information.</b>

COMPANY SIZE
1,500 to 1,999 employees
INDUSTRY
Construction
FOUNDED
1888
WEBSITE
https://www.jameshardie.com/