Job Title

Shaw Contract Account Manager - Connecticut

Position Overview

Shaw Contract Account Manager - Connecticut

Position Overview:
This is a unique opportunity to join a high-performing team at Shaw Contract, a global design leader in commercial flooring for some of the world’s most creative and innovative environments. Our vast, sustainable product offerings can be found in diverse markets such as workplace, healthcare, hospitality, education, and multi-family dwellings. Shaw supports the spaces in which we work, learn, live, play and heal.

 

Job Description:
At Shaw Contract, we believe in creating innovative, sustainable, and design-driven flooring solutions for diverse markets. Our Account Managers are trusted advisors who collaborate with the A&D community and other clients to transform ideas into reality. This role is ideal for a seasoned account manager with a passion for sales and design, coupled with a desire to grow their career within a supportive, results-oriented environment.

Responsibilities:

Characteristics to include honesty, integrity, hard work, enthusiasm, GRIT and motivation.Build strong, trusting relationships with clients, including A&D professionals, flooring contractors, and end-users to select appropriate products for their projects that fit within their design criteria, budget and time frame.Must be motivated and comfortable working and supporting a closely knit high performing team environment.Actively prospect and develop new business opportunities while managing and growing existing accounts.Manage all phases of the project lifecycle, including product selection, specification, order management, delivery coordination, installation oversight, and maintenance program communication.Leverage CRM tools like Salesforce to track opportunities and manage the customer base effectively.Travel daily throughout assigned area to call on existing customers and prospect new customers to solicit business.Follow up on a variety of leads from sources such as Dodge & networking groups

Commercial Account Managers must implement the selling process in his/her area; they must have the ability to make good judgment decisions. A full understanding of the product line is essential. Furthermore, an understanding of the application that each product serves is critical. The ability to interface/communicate with a diverse group of customers in a friendly and respectable manner is a must. The ideal candidate will possess a flexible personality and be able to communicate clearly to other persons, both orally and in written form. Commercial Account Managers must give presentations to architects, designers, and end-users to educate them on the flooring industry and how Shaw Contract can benefit them on their projects.

 

Why Join Shaw Contract – Connecticut?

·High-performing team environment: Collaborate with talented and driven professionals who support each other in achieving exceptional results. As well work as with one of the top performing Shaw Contract teams in the country.Work with leading-edge products: Shaw Contract’s innovative flooring solutions set the standard for sustainability and design.Opportunities for growth: Benefit from ongoing professional development and career advancement within a global organization.

Qualifications:

Required:

High school diploma/GED.A minimum of 3 years of account management or industry sales experience within the Connecticut market.Residence in Connecticut.

Preferred:

Bachelor’s degree in business, design, or a related field.Experience working with the A&D community and a strong network within the commercial flooring industry in the Connecticut market.

Key Competencies:

Build Trusting RelationshipsInfluence OthersExecute Action PlanDemonstrate Inclusive LeadershipAdapt and Change

Shaw benefits include: (external postings)

            •          Medical, dental, and vision insurance

            •          Life insurance and disability coverage

            •          Tuition reimbursement

            •          Employee assistance program

            •          Health savings account

            •          Paid Time Off

            •          Parental Leave

            •          401K and Retirement Plans

            •          Product discounts for employees

            •          Adoption assistance

If you’re a driven professional ready to work with a dynamic team and call on some of the most innovative minds in the A&D community, this is your chance to make an impact in a growing, fast-paced industry.

 

Work Shift

8 Hr non-rotating shift, Hrs fall to in punch day, Observed Calendar, shift starts AM

Shaw Industries is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, gender identity, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, protected veteran status, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws.