Masonry Architectural Sales Representative
About The Position
The Masonry Architectural Sales Representative develops and maintains relationships with architects, designers, builders, developers, and other influencers to drive specification and sales of Ernest Maier's EMagination Architectural CMU line and related products. The role is the primary architectural sales resource and also supports the company's social media, content creation, and digital marketing efforts. Approximately 80–85% of the position focuses on architectural and specification sales, including building industry relationships, presenting products, supporting design and specification activity, and tracking projects through construction. The role covers Maryland, Washington, DC, Virginia, and Delaware. Approximately 15–20% of the position supports marketing and social media, including creating content, managing company channels, and tracking engagement and lead-generation results.
Requirements
- At least 3 years of sales experience in construction materials, building products, architecture, commercial construction, or related industries.
- Strong presentation and relationship-building skills.
- Familiarity with social media management and content creation.
- Ability to travel throughout the assigned territory.
- Valid driver's license and acceptable driving record.
Nice To Haves
- Bachelor's degree in Business, Marketing, Architecture, Construction Management, or a related field.
- Experience working with architects, designers, engineers, or other specifying professionals.
- Understanding of commercial construction processes and specification sales.
Responsibilities
- Drive specification activity among architecture, engineering, and design firms to increase use of Ernest Maier's EMagination Architectural CMU in commercial, institutional, municipal, multifamily, and residential projects.
- Represent Ernest Maier at local industry trade shows, association meetings, networking events, and architectural organizations.
- Serve as a sales representative for Ernest Maier masonry products, particularly Architectural CMU product lines.
- Conduct product presentations, lunch-and-learns, continuing education programs, and design consultations with architects and specifiers.
- Track projects from concept through construction and collaborate with contractors and internal sales representatives to convert specifications into sales.
- Develop relationships with architects, developers, general contractors, masonry contractors, and owners.
- Provide technical guidance regarding masonry assemblies, building envelope applications, sustainability attributes, and product performance.
- Identify and cultivate project opportunities throughout Maryland, Washington, DC, Virginia, and Delaware.
- Maintain detailed project pipelines and activity records.
- Interface with the Beauty of Block Technical Director and industry trade associations.
- Manage and grow the company's social media presence across LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram, Houzz, and other relevant platforms.
- Create and publish content highlighting projects, product applications, customer success stories, company events, and employee achievements.
- Capture photos and videos of completed and ongoing projects.
- Assist with email marketing campaigns and lead-generation efforts.
- Monitor social engagement and respond to customer inquiries received through digital channels.
- Track and report social media engagement and lead-generation performance metrics.
- Support trade shows, open houses, demonstrations, and customer events.
Benefits
- Car allowance or company vehicle, plus expenses.
- Company credit card for approved business expenses.
- Medical, dental, and vision benefits.
- 401(k) plan.
- Paid vacation, sick leave, and personal days.
- Participation in company bonus programs.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
