Alside
Business Development Manager: Sales Hunter Wanted
Alside, Elk Grove Village, Illinois, us, 60009
Business Development Manager: Sales Hunter Wanted
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Who We Are
Join the Alside team at Associated Materials, LLC, and be AMazing with us! At Alside, we combine our rich history in exterior building products since 1947 with an unwavering commitment to continuous improvement and the customer experience. We are uniquely positioned to expand our product offerings, strengthen our supplier network, and deliver even greater value to the market.
As a leading distributor of windows, vinyl siding, and cladding products and the primary distributor of Associated Materials Innovations, you'll have the opportunity to contribute ideas in a welcoming and supportive work environment driven by safety and our core values. Join the Alside team where you can be AMazing as we shape our future together.
We are seeking a driven, self-starting
Business Development Manager
with a
hunter mentality
to identify, pursue, and close new business opportunities in the building remodel and new construction markets in the region.
This role is focused entirely on
new customer acquisition
– to get you started, you will be given a small book of business. Success in this role means
building your own pipeline
from the ground up and converting prospects into long‑term customers.
Key Responsibilities
Proactively identify and target new repair, remodel and new construction business opportunities by developing and executing strategies for prospecting and cold outreach (calls, emails, networking, events)
Build and manage a robust sales pipeline from lead generation through close
Conduct virtual or in‑person presentations, site visits, and product demonstrations
Collaborate with internal teams (Sales Director/Sales Manager, Branch Manager, and local supply center teams) to ensure smooth onboarding of new customers
Meet or exceed sales targets
Maintain accurate and up‑to‑date CRM records and activity reports
Stay informed and report market trends, competitor activity, and industry developments
Qualifications
Successful sales history with a minimum of 2 years of outside sales experience
Proven track record of generating new business and consistently meeting/exceeding quotas
Experience within the building materials industry is highly preferred
Bachelor's degree preferred but not required
Self‑motivated, disciplined, highly organized, customer‑focused
Proven experience in new business selling and upselling
Technical Acumen – high comfort level with daily computer use, data entry, and navigating various technical environments (Microsoft Office Suite – Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and practical experience with Salesforce
About Us When you join Alside, you are part of a leading exterior building products distribution business serving residential and commercial remodeling and new construction markets. We strive to provide high‑quality windows, siding, metals, and other essential building products to contractors, remodelers, builders, and architects. Headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia, Alside operates more than 100 supply centers across the U.S. and is owned by Associated Materials, LLC.
Associated Materials, LLC, provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, medical condition, genetic information, military and veteran status, marital status, pregnancy, gender, gender expression, gender identity, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by local law, regulation, or ordinance. We also make reasonable accommodations for disabled employees and applicants, as required by law.
Additional Information The actual wage offered to the successful candidate will be based on multiple factors, including, but not limited to, job‑related knowledge/skills, experience, business needs, geographical location, and internal pay parity. Compensation decisions are dependent upon the facts and circumstances of each position and candidate. Compensation is aligned with a guaranteed base and unlimited commission upside. After 24 months, you’ll shift to a draw model designed to reward top performance and entrepreneurial drive.
Equal Opportunity Employer – Minorities/Women/Protected Veterans/Disabled
Seniority Level Entry level
Employment Type Full‑time
Job Function Business Development and Sales
Industries Wholesale Building Materials
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Who We Are
Join the Alside team at Associated Materials, LLC, and be AMazing with us! At Alside, we combine our rich history in exterior building products since 1947 with an unwavering commitment to continuous improvement and the customer experience. We are uniquely positioned to expand our product offerings, strengthen our supplier network, and deliver even greater value to the market.
As a leading distributor of windows, vinyl siding, and cladding products and the primary distributor of Associated Materials Innovations, you'll have the opportunity to contribute ideas in a welcoming and supportive work environment driven by safety and our core values. Join the Alside team where you can be AMazing as we shape our future together.
We are seeking a driven, self-starting
Business Development Manager
with a
hunter mentality
to identify, pursue, and close new business opportunities in the building remodel and new construction markets in the region.
This role is focused entirely on
new customer acquisition
– to get you started, you will be given a small book of business. Success in this role means
building your own pipeline
from the ground up and converting prospects into long‑term customers.
Key Responsibilities
Proactively identify and target new repair, remodel and new construction business opportunities by developing and executing strategies for prospecting and cold outreach (calls, emails, networking, events)
Build and manage a robust sales pipeline from lead generation through close
Conduct virtual or in‑person presentations, site visits, and product demonstrations
Collaborate with internal teams (Sales Director/Sales Manager, Branch Manager, and local supply center teams) to ensure smooth onboarding of new customers
Meet or exceed sales targets
Maintain accurate and up‑to‑date CRM records and activity reports
Stay informed and report market trends, competitor activity, and industry developments
Qualifications
Successful sales history with a minimum of 2 years of outside sales experience
Proven track record of generating new business and consistently meeting/exceeding quotas
Experience within the building materials industry is highly preferred
Bachelor's degree preferred but not required
Self‑motivated, disciplined, highly organized, customer‑focused
Proven experience in new business selling and upselling
Technical Acumen – high comfort level with daily computer use, data entry, and navigating various technical environments (Microsoft Office Suite – Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and practical experience with Salesforce
About Us When you join Alside, you are part of a leading exterior building products distribution business serving residential and commercial remodeling and new construction markets. We strive to provide high‑quality windows, siding, metals, and other essential building products to contractors, remodelers, builders, and architects. Headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia, Alside operates more than 100 supply centers across the U.S. and is owned by Associated Materials, LLC.
Associated Materials, LLC, provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, medical condition, genetic information, military and veteran status, marital status, pregnancy, gender, gender expression, gender identity, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by local law, regulation, or ordinance. We also make reasonable accommodations for disabled employees and applicants, as required by law.
Additional Information The actual wage offered to the successful candidate will be based on multiple factors, including, but not limited to, job‑related knowledge/skills, experience, business needs, geographical location, and internal pay parity. Compensation decisions are dependent upon the facts and circumstances of each position and candidate. Compensation is aligned with a guaranteed base and unlimited commission upside. After 24 months, you’ll shift to a draw model designed to reward top performance and entrepreneurial drive.
Equal Opportunity Employer – Minorities/Women/Protected Veterans/Disabled
Seniority Level Entry level
Employment Type Full‑time
Job Function Business Development and Sales
Industries Wholesale Building Materials
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