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Our family of trusted brands includes Hardie®, TimberTech®, AZEK® Exteriors, Versatex®, fermacell®, and StruXure®.\nWith over 8,000 employees and our U.S. operating entities headquartered in Chicago, we boast 31 operating sites, 6 recycling facilities, and 6 research and development centers globally. Powered by a dynamic workforce, we’re united by our purpose of Building a Better Future for All™ through sustainable innovation, a Zero Harm culture, and a commitment to empowering our people and communities.\nFor more information, visit www.jameshardie.com.\nVersatex - Area Sales Manager -Indianapolis - Cincinnati - Louisville (Ohio River Valley)\nPosition Summary: The Area Sales Manager is responsible for developing and maintaining relationships with distributors and dealers, generating awareness of, demand for, and sales of Versatex Trim and Siding products among builders, architects, remodelers, contractors/installers (i.e. end users) in their geographic area of responsibility. This is not a managerial position, rather this sales position is an individual contributor role that reports to a Regional Sales Manager.\nYour Primary Duties and Responsibilities will be:\nDevelop and manage a target/conversion list of dealers, architects, builders, remodelers and contractors/installers.\nMaintain aggressive end user call schedule throughout the year; meet with end users to generate awareness and understanding of Versatex existing and new products and services.\nProvide in-field training to builders, remodelers, installers and other end users as appropriate.\nDevelop and maintain relationships with select dealers and their dealer sales representatives (key dealers in the geography).\nSchedule and conduct field sales calls with dealer and distribution representatives.\nDevelop and maintain relationships with distributor management and distributor sales representatives. Schedule and conduct end user events at the dealer yard\nCreate distributor plans, monitor performance and take corrective action when necessary.\nTrain dealer and distributor representatives (if not performed by distributor representatives).\nConsult with distributors and dealers regarding usage of marketing and promotional funds\nRespond to end user questions and inquiries about products, product availability (i.e. where to buy), applications and terms on a timely basis\nActively participate in the resolution of customer concerns/complaints. Assist in the warranty claims process in the field by sending data and information to the Warranty team/Customer Service Department.\nInduce end users to trial Versatex products and convert them to ongoing customers.\nGenerate, track and coordinate opportunities (leads) with the appropriate local dealers and their sales representatives; Assist in creation and/or maintenance of product displays in the field.\nAct as a representative at trade shows nationally and/or regionally.\nPrepare sales analysis reports; Maintain and update Outlook calendar reflecting all appointments and schedules. Create and maintain customer records using our automated systems (i.e. CRM)\nKeeps supervisor informed of key issues/changes occurring in assigned territory such as: competitor programs/products/actions, changes in dealers/distributors, dealer personnel, etc.\nWe believe the successful candidate will need:\n3-10 years related outside sales experience\nBachelor's Degree required in Sales, Marketing, Business or related. As with all positions at Versatex, a satisfactory combination of education and professional experience will be considered\nAbility to deliver results in a fast-paced environment\nSales process experience, particularly in consultative selling and negotiation\nValid driving license and ability to travel overnight\nOur compensation reflects the cost of labor across several US geographic markets. The annual salary for this position ranges from $70,000 in our lowest geographic market up to $90,000 in our highest geographic market. The pay for roles at Versatex varies depending on a wide range of factors including but not limited to the specific work location, role, skill set and level of experience. In addition to base salary, we offer generous bonus and incentive opportunities that significantly increase earning potential.\nFollowing The AZEK Company's acquisition by James Hardie, we remain committed to providing a fair and equitable employment experience for all candidates.\nJames Hardie Building Products Inc. is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, gender, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, genetic information, veteran's status, marital status, pregnancy, disability, or any other basis protected by law.\nJames Hardie will comply with any applicable state and local laws regarding employee leave benefits, including, but not limited to providing time off pursuant to the Colorado Healthy Families and Workplaces Act, in accordance with its plans and policies.\nThe position responsibilities outlined above are in no way to be construed as all encompassing. 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