Job Description:

Sr. Sales Representative- Roofing Systems
Work From Home LA
R24_2305
Full time

Who We Are

Johns Manville is a leading manufacturer and marketer of premium-quality insulation and commercial roofing, along with glass fibers and nonwovens for commercial, industrial and residential applications. Our products are used in a wide variety of industries including building products, aerospace, automotive and transportation, filtration, commercial interiors, waterproofing and wind energy.

A proud member of the Berkshire Hathaway family of companies, we serve customers in more than 80 countries around the globe. We are committed to delivering positive and powerful experiences, because we are successful only when our employees and customers thrive. We are passionate, we care about people, we perform at a superior level, and we protect others and our environments.

Pay Range

$99,400.00-$136,700.00 Annual

This is the base salary pay range that an applicant can expect to make upon hire. Pay within this range will vary based upon relevant experience, skills, and education among other factors. In addition, this position is eligible for an incentive bonus.

The Sr. Sales Representative will be responsible for selling Roofing product lines / systems and generating new growth and profitability within this territory.

This Sr. Sales Representative will cover the entire state of Louisiana and Southern Mississippi. The ideal candidate will live in the New Orleans area. A company car is provided.

Your Day-to-Day:

• Support the business in both maintenance of existing accounts and generation of new growth accounts in specified sales territory/markets
• Make direct customer calls on contractors/distributors/retailers to develop and increase sales through these channels
• Formulate job bids and negotiate contracts; drive product/systems sales to support established price strategies and minimize price deviations
• Assure legal compliance in the selling of all products/systems with applicable local, state and federal regulations.
• Manage customer needs through product development processes
• Provide technical assistance and information to customers; respond to customer inquiries
• Manage customer dissatisfaction and specific complaints fairly, promptly and effectively
• Recommend and if necessary, develop and conduct training programs for customers
• Develop and drive a sales strategy for a particular territory/market, conduct market research analysis
• Develop sales forecasts by product line, markets and major customers; implement marketing programs to achieve sales and market share objectives
• Monitor and make recommendations concerning market needs, changes in competitive policies and strategies, channels of distribution, advertising and promotion, pricing and sales activity
• Prepare and issue reports as required
• May be required to perform other related duties as assigned

What You Bring to the Team:

• Bachelor's degree preferred and 8 years’ experience in a customer facing role or equivalent experience in the relevant industry
• Solid product knowledge and product set-up process experience preferred
• Solid knowledge of the building industry, including technical knowledge of products/systems
• Sales ability to introduce new products/systems
• Ability to read blueprints and architectural drawings
• Fundamental knowledge of competitor product lines and price levels
• Solid interpersonal, verbal and written communications skills
• Ability to build rapport and develop strong customer relationships
• Ability to negotiate complex situations
• Solid problem resolution skills
• Experience in third party (e.g. distributor) sales and working with architects and contractors to specify products.
• Ability to analyze and evaluate product lines, markets, and customers.
• Ability to analyze and evaluate marketing programs and sales strategies.
• Ability to estimate and monitor expenses for budgeting and territory/market operations
• Ability to analyze customer credit information
• Ability to work with minimal supervision
• Solid organizational and time management skills
• Ability to work in a team environment
• Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook (Solid)
• Must be able to drive a vehicle for long periods of time and carry a valid driver's license
• Heavy car travel within the territory and roughly 3-6 overnight hotel stays per month
• May be required to lift, carry, push or pull up to and including 25 pounds
• Primary work environment is typically in the field at a customer's facility or on a job site; may be exposed to environmental conditions of cold, heat, high noise levels, moving mechanical parts, heights, dust/mist/gas/fumes, extensive walking or climbing, etc.

Please Keep in Mind

If you do not meet 100% of these requirements, we at JM still want to hear from you. So, if you are interested in the role, we encourage you to apply so we can learn how your skills and talents can contribute to our team.

Benefits

Johns Manville (JM) offers a wide range of benefits to employees. Some are subsidized by the company and others are fully employee-paid. Health benefits include a choice of comprehensive medical plans, a dental plan, vision plan, wellness program and critical illness insurance. JM sponsors a 401(k) plan which includes a sizeable company match. JM offers paid vacation and also provides paid sick and parental leave for eligible employees.

Additionally, Johns Manville provides basic life Insurance, short-term and long-term disability coverage, an employee assistance program, and business travel accident coverage. Supplemental life insurance and accidental death and dismemberment insurance are available as well. The company also offers a variety of tax saving accounts; health spending account, traditional flexible spending account, and a dependent care spending account. JM also offers a tuition reimbursement program for undergraduate and certain graduate programs.

Diversity & Inclusion

Johns Manville believes diversity and inclusion in our workplace is critical for the long-term success of our company. We are committed to retaining, developing and attracting a diverse workforce that fosters an inclusive work environment in which all employees are treated with dignity and respect. This is the right thing to do for our employees, our company and our communities. Our D&I council is composed of employees from locations across North American & Europe who meet regularly and work to promote and foster an environment of inclusion. Born from our D&I council is our network of employee resource groups (ERGs) that are focused on supporting diverse communities in the workplace. Review more about our diversity & inclusion initiatives on JM’s Career page.

Incumbent must be physically able to perform essential job functions. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions.

We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. We maintain a drug-free workplace and perform pre-employment substance abuse testing.

About Us

Johns Manville is a proud member of the Berkshire Hathaway family of companies, serving customers in more than 80 countries, supplying innovative products to the construction, aerospace, automotive, filtration and energy industries. With a more than 160-year legacy, we understand that our story continues to grow only with the right people saying, thinking and doing the right things. Make your story our story. Johns Manville believes diversity and inclusion in our workplace is critical for the long-term success of our company. We are committed to retaining, developing and attracting a diverse workforce that fosters an inclusive work environment in which all employees are treated with dignity and respect. This is the right thing to do for our employees, our company and our communities.

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