Cornerstone Building Brands is a premier exterior building solutions provider serving both the residential and commercial markets across North America. The building products we manufacture are the cornerstone of the communities where people live, work and play -from homes to hospitals, grade schools to grocery stores, manufacturing facilities to municipal buildings and beyond.

Through the core values and consistent behaviors and mindsets embraced by our employees, we have built a culture dedicated to understanding our customers' needs and what matters most to their success. We know that it's our people that make the difference and we are deeply committed to building a workplace and global community where inclusion is not only valued, but prioritized, providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and team members.

The role of the Territory Sales Manager is to effectively manage designated territory and support a designated sales team in their efforts to grow sales revenue while professionally representing Ply Gem (Siding). The role will prospect, qualify, sell, support, and develop an account base.  Additionally it will provide pre-sales and post-sales support; perform sales and account management functions to achieve and exceed quotas; conduct customer account development training; identify and contact potential customers, create proposals and execute company sales strategies; and participates in customer trade shows.

This role will cover Western North Carolina

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Develops and grows established accounts
• Service existing accounts, obtains sales orders and establishes new accounts
• Studies existing and potential volume by market segment
• Exercises proper and complete sales resource utilization to assist in securing new business
• Utilizes structured call frequency system to plan and organize daily work schedule in pursuit of existing and potential territory sale opportunities
• Conducts and/or participates in sales promotion and customer educational meetings
• Provides lead generation and follow through
• Recommends changes in pricing and adjusts pricing within established guidelines
• Evaluates results and competitive developments
• Resolves customer complaints
• Evaluates complaints, investigates problems, develops solutions; makes recommendations to management
• Submits annual sales forecast
• Conducts competitive analysis
• Gathers current marketplace information on competitor pricing, product, new products, service levels, merchandising techniques, etc.
• Customizes sales presentations
• Knows and exercises the proper techniques in preparing an opening, presenting, overcoming objections and concluding a presentation
• Provides sales administration and historical records
• Submits weekly sales report or as required
• Handles forms and other lines of communication
• Develops and maintains customer profile and territory and account sales records
• May be required to perform AIA (American Institute of Architects) presentations
• Performs other duties as assigned

• High School Diploma or equivalent; Bachelor’s degree preferred
• 3 years proven direct sales experience, preferably in the building products industry
• A thorough knowledge of the building products industry and sales management experience in both the dealer, distribution, and/or two step channel of the business, dependent upon brand
• Problem solving and sales negotiation skills a must
• General knowledge of major competitive brands
• Strong communication skills
• Experience with sales planning, budgeting and T&E expense management
• Excellent verbal and written communications skills
• Strong problem solving and negotiation skills
• Solid time management skills
•  Adept at prioritizing multiple responsibilities
• Interpersonal and teamwork skills are essential
• Strong personal motivation
• Thorough knowledge of Microsoft Office applications including Word, Excel and PowerPoint
• Position requires heavy travel (50%+)

Why work for Cornerstone Building Brands?

Our teams are at the heart of our purpose to positively contribute to the communities where we live, work and play. Full-time* team members receive** medical, dental and vision benefits starting day 1. Other benefits include PTO, paid holidays, FSA, life insurance, LTD, STD, 401k, EAP, discount programs, tuition reimbursement, training, and professional development. You can also join one of our Employee Resource Groups which help support our commitment to providing a diverse and inclusive work environment.

*Full-time is defined as regularly working 30+ hours per week.**Union programs may vary depending on the collective bargaining agreement.

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

"The total target compensation for this role (base + sales incentives) is $120,000 - $130,000. All full-time positions come with comprehensive benefits starting on day 1, including medical, dental, vision coverage, 401k, and PTO. Your recruiter will provide more details on the specific salary range for your preferred location during the hiring process. Full-time is defined as regularly working 30+ hours per week."