Amrize
Area Manager Decking, Waterproofing & Flooring
Amrize, Chicago, Illinois, United States, 60290
Join the Gaco team, a trusted name in building envelope solutions with a heritage dating back to 1955. We’re seeking an Area Manager Decking, Waterproofing & Flooring to be part of a company committed to formulating everyday success for every customer through innovative, reliable products used to adhere, seal, and protect at every level of the building envelope.
This is a skilled sales position for a confident, highly motivated individual. The Area Manager must be self‑disciplined to work independently in an assigned territory to grow Decking and Waterproofing sales to the commercial waterproofing market and meet Region and Division sales objectives. Responsibilities include managing existing customer base, prospecting new customers, and utilizing value‑added, solution‑based selling to close business with contractors, dealers, and building owners. This position will be based remotely in Illinois, primarily the Chicago market.
What You’ll Accomplish
Represent Gaco decking, waterproofing, and flooring products to architects, engineers, building owners, distributors, and contractors.
Manage the ongoing sales process, develop relationships, respond to, and anticipate customer needs, providing customer service; able to close sales.
Generate and follow up on new customer leads.
Document all leads and follow‑up contact.
Develop and execute a smart, well‑thought‑out business and marketing plan for the territory.
Meet or exceed annual sales and gross profit targets.
Establish marketing needs effectively and creatively use presentations and other sales tools.
Be available to travel frequently and represent the company professionally.
Perform professional on‑site training events.
Represent Gaco at local and regional trade shows.
Manage the territory sales budget.
Serve as subject matter expert, expanding product knowledge and developing knowledge of competitive products and features.
What We’re Looking For
Degree in Business or related field, or a minimum of 5 years of decking, waterproofing, and flooring commercial coatings sales experience.
Strong track record in building business and increasing sales.
Excellent communication skills with a strong customer service focus.
Ability to professionally present information and connect with a variety of customers and industry professionals.
Effective time management skills.
Strong technical skills, including MS Office suite.
Highly motivated with a demonstrable successful sales record.
Able to travel 75% of the time.
What We Offer
Competitive Compensation.
Retirement Savings.
Medical, Dental, Disability and Life Insurance Coverage.
Holistic Health & Well‑Being Programs.
Health Savings Accounts (HSA) and Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) for Health and Dependent Care.
Vision and other Voluntary Benefits and Discounts.
Paid Time Off and Holidays.
Paid Parental Leave (Maternity and Paternity).
Educational Assistance Program.
Company Vehicle.
Seniority Level Mid‑Senior level
Employment Type Full‑time
Job Function Sales and Business Development
Industries Wholesale Building Materials, Mining, and Construction
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This is a skilled sales position for a confident, highly motivated individual. The Area Manager must be self‑disciplined to work independently in an assigned territory to grow Decking and Waterproofing sales to the commercial waterproofing market and meet Region and Division sales objectives. Responsibilities include managing existing customer base, prospecting new customers, and utilizing value‑added, solution‑based selling to close business with contractors, dealers, and building owners. This position will be based remotely in Illinois, primarily the Chicago market.
What You’ll Accomplish
Represent Gaco decking, waterproofing, and flooring products to architects, engineers, building owners, distributors, and contractors.
Manage the ongoing sales process, develop relationships, respond to, and anticipate customer needs, providing customer service; able to close sales.
Generate and follow up on new customer leads.
Document all leads and follow‑up contact.
Develop and execute a smart, well‑thought‑out business and marketing plan for the territory.
Meet or exceed annual sales and gross profit targets.
Establish marketing needs effectively and creatively use presentations and other sales tools.
Be available to travel frequently and represent the company professionally.
Perform professional on‑site training events.
Represent Gaco at local and regional trade shows.
Manage the territory sales budget.
Serve as subject matter expert, expanding product knowledge and developing knowledge of competitive products and features.
What We’re Looking For
Degree in Business or related field, or a minimum of 5 years of decking, waterproofing, and flooring commercial coatings sales experience.
Strong track record in building business and increasing sales.
Excellent communication skills with a strong customer service focus.
Ability to professionally present information and connect with a variety of customers and industry professionals.
Effective time management skills.
Strong technical skills, including MS Office suite.
Highly motivated with a demonstrable successful sales record.
Able to travel 75% of the time.
What We Offer
Competitive Compensation.
Retirement Savings.
Medical, Dental, Disability and Life Insurance Coverage.
Holistic Health & Well‑Being Programs.
Health Savings Accounts (HSA) and Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) for Health and Dependent Care.
Vision and other Voluntary Benefits and Discounts.
Paid Time Off and Holidays.
Paid Parental Leave (Maternity and Paternity).
Educational Assistance Program.
Company Vehicle.
Seniority Level Mid‑Senior level
Employment Type Full‑time
Job Function Sales and Business Development
Industries Wholesale Building Materials, Mining, and Construction
Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at Amrize by 2x.
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