Manager in Training

Position Description

SPEC Building Materials Corporation is recognized as one of the nation’s leading wholesale distributors of quality building materials and equipment for both commercial and residential roofing contractors. Since 1973, SPEC has grown to thirty-five convenient branch locations across the Midwest, South, and Southeast.

Manager in Training (MIT)

The MIT program trains associates in every segment of the business and culture. Upon successful completion, the associate will have the opportunity to run their own branch.

• Customer Service / Counter Sales Training
• Residential and Commercial Product Training
• Inventory Management & Cost Control
• Logistics & Warehouse Management
• Branch Manager Training
• Outside Sales Training
• Leadership Training

• Preferably a 4-year BS in Marketing/Sales, Business.
• Two years of industry or industry-related experience in building materials.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Word, Outlook, PowerPoint, and Excel.
• Entrepreneurial spirit; self‑motivated and enthusiastic about the business.
• Excellent customer service skills.
• Detail‑oriented with strong organizational and time‑management abilities.
• Analytical, able to solve problems effectively.
• Good verbal and written communication skills.
• Ethical, honest, and dependable.
• Current state‑issued driver’s license with a satisfactory driving record.
• Legally entitled to work in the United States.
• Able to pass a company‑required drug test.
• Read, speak, and write English to communicate with vendors, customers, and employees.
• Experience in the building material distribution industry, especially selling residential and commercial roofing products, with demonstrated success to a local contractor base.
• Management experience of at least two years, preferably in building material distribution.

• Knowledge of residential and commercial roofing, windows, entry doors, and exterior siding.
• Internet proficiency and knowledge of Microsoft Office suite.
• Strong managerial, customer service, and communication skills.
• Ability to perform well under pressure and adapt to changing business environments.

• Two years of industry or industry‑related experience in home building or remodeling (plus).
• Two years of prior management experience, preferably in the building material distribution industry.

• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

• Day shift

Work Location:

In person at 324 SE Loop 289, Lubbock, Texas

Job Type: Full‑time

Pay: $65,000.00 - $75,000.00 per year