Southern Field Technical Sales Specialist

Overview

Company Overview

At Benjamin Moore, our success is attributable to the employees who dedicate their time and talents to the brand and exemplify our core values of openness, integrity, community, excellence, and safety. Benjamin Moore employees enjoy a competitive and well-rounded benefits package, career development options, business resource groups, and opportunities to come together and connect with colleagues. We facilitate growth, development, and purpose for all through an inclusive and engaging workplace.

Join us and be part of a brand that inspires creativity, innovation, and passion while supporting locally owned stores in 65 countries.

to see how you can paint your future!

Job Summary & Key Responsibilities

Benjamin Moore & Co. seeks an ambitious, self-motivated individual to join our sales team. You will be accountable for supporting the sales team with:

• In-field technical support within specific geographical territory
• Technical specification work with site evaluation and specification/proposal writing, assistance as needed
• Resolution of major complaints/customer concerns, and architectural and industrial product placement selling in and out of channel
• Support regional sales director, area sales managers, territory representatives, and training implementation specialist in executing regional product training and application sessions for field sales and retailers
• Support architectural & design representatives (ADRs) and architectural specification writers with complex specification writing, continuing education classes, and general training of architects & designers
• Support national account representatives with technical support, specification writing, and prospecting for opportunities within a specific geographic area

Territory CoverageThe territory covers the entire Southern Market, including Virginia, North Carolina, South Carolina, Tennessee, Kentucky, Alabama, Mississippi, Louisiana, Florida, Texas, Oklahoma, Arkansas, and Georgia.

Location RequirementCandidates must reside within a reasonable commuting distance of either our Orlando, Florida, or Lewisville, Texas facility to support regular onsite collaboration as needed.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree (BA/BS) or equivalent experience
• Minimum 7-10 years’ B2B paint & coating sales experience
• Knowledge of architectural and industrial coatings, market dynamics, and application best practices
• NACE Certified (complete or in process)
• Specification writing proficiency
• Working knowledge of required software programs (Microsoft Office, CRM)
• Excellent communication, listening, and public speaking skills
• Ability to analyze situations, identify obstacles and opportunities for success
• Effective problem-solving, time-management, negotiating & complaint handling skills
• Exceptional interpersonal and team interaction skills
• Valid driver's license and good driving record are a must
• Willingness to work evenings and weekends as needed
• Must be able to travel overnight to attend meetings, conferences, and trade shows
• Must reside in the desired geography or be willing to relocate
• Ability to travel overnight up to 50% to areas of coverage
• Bi-lingual in Spanish a plus, but not required

Salary and Benefits

This is an excellent opportunity to develop your sales experience with a high-energy team and become part of an iconic and growing Berkshire Hathaway family brand. Benjamin Moore offers a company car and a competitive compensation and benefits package designed to attract the very best sales professionals.

Compensation Philosophy

At Benjamin Moore, our brand represents excellence, and we strive to provide a comprehensive total rewards package to match. In addition to a competitive base salary, every exempt and non-exempt role in our organization is eligible for a…