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Sales Representative, Architectural

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In short

ASSA ABLOY is seeking an Architectural Sales Representative in the Chicago, IL area to drive sales of door opening solutions. This remote role involves building relationships with architectural professionals, advising on specifications using BIM software, and educating clients on new products and services. The position requires an entrepreneurial spirit, strong communication skills, and at least 2-3 years of industry-related sales or architectural experience.

Responsibilities

  • Work closely with architectural professionals advising on the design and specification of door openings using BIM software.
  • Cultivate strategic relationships with architectural design team influencers and specifiers.
  • Identify and secure opportunities to prepare door and hardware specifications.
  • Provide timely and accurate product information for commercial project specifications.
  • Deliver continuing educational programs highlighting new products, solutions, and services.
  • Assist with product substitution and approval procedures.
  • Utilize Salesforce.com for customer relationship, project tracking, and time management.
  • Serve as the point-of-contact for architect's education, specification, client satisfaction, and technical support needs.
  • Promote adoption of the Openings Studio BIM tool and present project proposals.

Requirements

  • Entrepreneurial spirit and excitement for selling door opening solutions.
  • Detail-oriented, organized, and known for follow-up habits.
  • Self-motivated and takes pride in attention to details and accuracy.
  • Proficient multi-tasker, managing time and projects.
  • Strong communicator, active listener, and negotiator.
  • Ability to work independently and in a team.
  • Ability to read and understand specifications/facility standards.
  • Industry-related technical and sales aptitude.
  • Ability to travel within an assigned territory.
  • Ability to perform responsibilities in a home office environment or while traveling.
  • Ability to lift/carry up to 50 lbs. of sample and display material.

Desired Qualifications

  • College/University degree (preference for architectural, design/engineering/drafting, construction science/management, business, or similar).
  • Minimum high school/GED diploma if work experience is commensurate.
  • At least 2 - 3 years’ industry-related sales or architectural experience.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office tools.
  • Utilization and maintenance of CRM tools for sales and activity reporting.
  • Working knowledge of industry-related software is a plus.

Benefits

  • Competitive compensation and benefits package.
  • Bonus potential.
  • 401(k) plan.
  • Education assistance.
  • Company car.
  • Environment reflecting commitment to employees.
  • Opportunities for career development.
#Sales#Marketing#Product Management#Architectural Sales#BIM#Door Openings#Access Control
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Company

ASSA ABLOY Group

Job Posted

1 week ago

Expires

in 3 months

Employment Type

Full Time

WorkMode

Remote

Experience Level

Associate

Locations

Carol Stream, United States

Chicago, United States

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