Strategic Account Manager

Full job description This position is responsible for managing sales to qualified strategic account customers for Carlisle Construction Materials (CCM). The individual in this role is also responsible for expanding Carlisle's building owner and national roofing contractor customer base and generating revenue through the successful addition of new accounts as well as the retention of customers after the sale.

• Develops a pipeline of prospective customers; initiates contact with key decision makers, conducts need analysis, and proposes solutions that utilize CCM products and services.
• Evaluates qualified opportunities within the pipeline, identifies market conditions, and prioritizes opportunities based on known factors to increase CCM close rate, while decreasing the length of the sales cycle.
• Utilizes knowledge and contacts to expand CCM revenue opportunities and increase name and brand awareness at a national level.
• Maintains established and develops new Strategic Account relationships with building owners, national roofing contractors, general contractors, consultants, and architects.
• Engages with the CCM organization and culture to create a platform for teamwork to convey the professionalism, energy, and excitement of CCM to prospects and resources in the marketplace.
• Communicates with management via written correspondence and monthly reports to cover all aspects that impact sales.

• Strong negotiating skills.
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Ability to utilize computer programs such as Microsoft Office.
• Knowledge of roofing, roofing practices, roofing products and roofing contractor organizations.
• Working knowledge of the construction industry and the process of competitive bidding.

• Bachelor's degree, Business or Marketing focus preferred.
• Five to ten years in a sales/strategic account environment within the roofing/construction industry demonstrating a strong understanding of strategic selling concepts.
• Three years' experience with single‑ply roofing products.

Travel and time outside the office is expected to be 60%.

Per California's Wage Transparency Act, the range for this position is 65k-118k plus bonus. Actual salary could be greater based on education, experience, and other qualifying skill sets.