National Architectural Paint Specialist

Tremco Construction Products Group•Vernon Hills, IL

8d•Remote

About The Position

Rust-Oleum is seeking a highly driven and strategic National Architectural Coatings Sales Specialist to play a critical role in the launch and expansion of our architectural paint portfolio across the Paint Channel, Hardware, and MRO (Maintenance, Repair & Operations) segments. This individual will serve as a subject matter expert and commercial leader, partnering with field sales, distribution, and key accounts to accelerate adoption, drive specification, and deliver profitable growth.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Business, Marketing, or related field (or equivalent experience)
5+ years of experience in architectural coatings, paint, or related building products industry
Proven success in multi-channel sales environments, including Paint, Hardware, and/or MRO distribution
Strong understanding of coatings applications, contractor needs, and specification selling
Demonstrated ability to influence without authority and lead through collaboration
Excellent communication, presentation, and training skills
Willingness to travel nationally (50–70%)

Nice To Haves

Experience launching new products or entering new market segments
Established relationships with key distributors, contractors, or national accounts
Familiarity with competitive brands and market dynamics within architectural coatings

Responsibilities

Lead national sales efforts supporting the architectural coatings launch, ensuring alignment across Paint, Hardware, and MRO channels
Act as the technical and commercial expert on architectural coatings, providing product training, application guidance, and competitive positioning
Partner with Regional Sales Managers and Distributor Sales Teams to identify, develop, and close new business opportunities
Drive pull-through demand by working with contractors, facility managers, and end users to influence product specification and conversion
Build and execute channel-specific growth strategies to expand distribution, increase shelf presence, and improve share of wallet
Conduct joint sales calls and field rides to coach and elevate sales execution across the organization
Collaborate cross-functionally with Marketing, Product Management, and Supply Chain to ensure successful product launch and lifecycle management
Analyze sales data, market trends, and competitive activity to inform strategy and optimize performance
Support national and regional trade shows, customer events, and training sessions