Siding Specialist - Eastern NC - Wausau Supply : Job Details

Siding Specialist- Eastern North Carolina TerritoryWHO WE ARE:Founded in 1947 and headquartered in Schofield, Wisconsin, Wausau Supply Company has a history of providing top-quality building materials to authorized retailers across the United States. As a proud 100% employee-owned company, we are dedicated to not only serving our customers but also ensuring that our employees have a direct stake in our success. We distribute building materials from the industry's leading manufacturers to authorized retailers from the western Rocky Mountains to the east coast. In addition to our distribution capabilities, Wausau Supply Company is known for its high-quality manufactured brands, including Diamond Kote Siding System, Waudena, ChamClad and Taylor Entrance Systems. These brands reflect our commitment to innovation, safety, service and integrity. Our territory continues to expand as we continuously strive to meet the demands of our customers with nineteen distribution centers and five fabrication and finishing facilities across the United States.At Wausau Supply Company, we are driven by a passion for excellence and a dedication to service, ensuring that we remain a trusted partner in the building materials industry for generations to come.BENEFITS we offer:+ 3 weeks paid vacation within 1st year+ 9 paid holidays+ 100% Employee Owned+ Employee Stock Ownership Program+ 401K Retirement Fund - Additional opportunity for employee to contribute+ Health, Dental, Vision, Short Term/ Long Term Disability+ Employee Assistance Program+ Opportunity for advancement+ Training and development+ Employee Material Purchase ProgramWHAT THIS ROLE WILL BE DOING:As an Ambassador and frontline contact to Contractors, Remodelers & Architects; a Diamond Kote Specialist (DKS) will work with our clientele to educate, train and secure orders on Diamond Kote Building Products. Maintain positive/profitable relations. Convert business and increase the brand recognition of Diamond Kote Building Products in the market.DKS duties to include (not limited to):* Be a product expert for Diamond Kote Building Products offered by Wausau Supply Company.* Promote & educate our proprietary Diamond Kote Building Products.* Travel within geography making calls on contractors, remodelers & architects.* Ability to evaluate contractor installs and communicate issues in a professional manner* Assist and educate contractors/installers with the following:* Seminars promoting product as well as proper installation practices.* Sponsoring and attending customer educational events (i.e. breakfast/lunch events and evening product shows) promoting Diamond Kote Building Products where contractors, remodelers and/or architects are present.* Be a solutions provider for your customers; and quick problem resolution.* Identify and solicit new business opportunities.* Provide support to contractors in relation to our Contractor program including:* Program enrollment* Basic software assistance* Continuous education to stay current with:* Changing products in the industry. (Both Diamond Kote Building Products and competitive brands).* Building codes & practices.* Attend sales meetings, customer functions, contractor events, trade shows, and all other events as assigned.* Ability to work directly with installers for job site startups and installation to ensure a smooth process.* Communicate effectively with Regional Manager on a regular basis.* Provide sales support to contractors with homeowners leads.* Communicate effectively with Territory Managers to ensure availability and access to product at preferred dealer/lumber yard locations.* Complete all sales reports on time and accurately. Utilizing CRM system to document and track sales process.* Work effectively with internal departments (warranty, customer service, and accounting) to help provide a positive customer experience.* Compliance with all company safety initiatives and Safety Observations to meet company goals.A DKS will possess and/or demonstrate the ability to:* Proficient presentation, verbal & written communication skills.* Ability to prioritize tasks and meet communicated sales goals.* Display professional behavior to all internal and external contacts in conjunction with policies and procedures as outline in the employee handbook.* General working knowledge of residential construction.* Strong people skills needed to develop and sustain relationships that would result in advanced sales of our key products* Utilize electronic expense report tools daily.* Keep company vehicle clean and in compliance with recommended maintenance schedule along with organized and prepared to perform your responsibilities, maintaining a professional image.Education / Experience:* High School Diploma, College Degree and/or 3-5 years of related sales experience preferred.* Microsoft Office Suite knowledge base, any sale reporting software knowledge is a plus.* Highly developed planning and organizational abilities.Reports to: Regional ManagerWorking Demands / Requirements:* Ability to sit for long periods of time because of travel aspect of position.* Must possess a MVR that qualifies per the auto insurance requirements.* Flexibility relative to hours as travel is weekly with some overnights.* Home Office needs to have rapid high-speed internet.* Ability to lift and carry 75 lbs. occasionally.* Ability to safely operate air/power tools.Conclusion: A Wausau Supply Co. CDS will exemplify the high standards that have come to be associated with Wausau Supply Co. As a frontline employee, politeness, honor and integrity is expected in every contractor/client interaction.