National Accounts Specialist, North East region

ARDEX Americas • Pittsburgh, PA

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About The Position

ARDEX is hiring an Architectural & National Accounts Specialist to expand its presence across the Northeast United States by influencing specifications, building strategic partnerships, and supporting national construction programs. The role combines architectural specification development, national account management, and business development. The specialist will work with architects, designers, construction leaders, and end users to influence product decisions, secure specifications, and support growth across major projects and organizations.

This is a field-based position covering the Northeast region, from Columbus, Ohio through New England. The preferred home base is Pennsylvania (Pittsburgh, Harrisburg, or Philadelphia) or the broader Northeast Corridor. Travel of up to 35%, including overnight travel, is required.

Requirements

• Experience in architectural sales or a national accounts role.
• Familiarity with architectural specifications and construction design elements.
• Experience with building products or flooring installation products.
• High energy and enthusiasm for the business; customer-driven and professional.
• Excellent analytical, organizational, listening, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and writing skills.
• Ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to present effectively in front of large groups.
• Strong interpersonal and persuasive skills.
• Alignment with ARDEX's core values: Fuel Passion, Drive Innovation, Embrace Responsibility, Embody Integrity, and Build Belonging.
• A four-year college degree is preferred, or a minimum of a completed high school diploma with relevant work experience.
• Ability to travel throughout the assigned territory up to 35%, including overnight stays, and to travel by car and air.
• Current, valid, unexpired driver's license and a clean driving record.
• Legally permitted to work in the United States.

Nice To Haves

• A four-year college degree.

Responsibilities

• Develop and grow architectural specification activity throughout the Northeast region, from Columbus, Ohio through New England.
• Build relationships with architects, designers, specification writers, engineering firms, and building consultants.
• Influence product selection and specification decisions during project design phases.
• Partner with regional sales teams to expand project pipelines and uncover opportunities.
• Position ARDEX as a trusted technical resource within the architectural community.
• Develop and expand relationships with national retail, hospitality, healthcare, education, and commercial construction accounts.
• Engage key decision-makers, including Directors of Construction, VPs of Store Planning and Design, Facilities Leaders, Architectural Managers, and Specification Writers.
• Support specification opportunities across multi-site programs and high-profile projects.
• Serve as a primary ARDEX contact for designated national accounts.
• Identify and support opportunities involving offsite construction, prefabrication, modular building systems, emerging construction technologies and market trends, and strategic product and market expansion initiatives.
• Collaborate with Sales, Marketing, Technical Services, and Product Management to align customer needs with business objectives.

Benefits

• Generous paid time off (PTO) and 11 paid holidays.
• Paid parental leave.
• 401(k) with company match.
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance, effective the first of the month after hire.
• Company-paid disability, life, and AD&D insurance and travel assistance.
• Wellness programs, including telehealth and an Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• Tuition assistance for associate and bachelor's degrees.
• Discounted gym memberships.
• Optional pet insurance, group accident coverage, ID theft protection, legal insurance, and other coverage.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: High school or GED