About this opportunity
West Fraser lists this Market Development Manager opportunity in shelby county, Tennessee. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
A successful candidate will manage an assigned territory in the US Central Time Zone and work anywhere within this region. This will include representing West Fraser wood products within the new home, multi-family and commercial construction markets. They will be both a technical resource and product expert in their territory along with growing relationships with our key customers and developing a marketing plan for the assigned territory.
Here’s What You’ll Do:
Establishing, managing, and maintaining customer relationships by ensuring excellent service and follow-up and by learning and supporting the customers’ business
Designing and implementing regional marketing programs with key pro-dealers, retail accounts and builders which support corporate sales and marketing objectives
Promoting new and existing products to contractor yards and builders
Serving as a subject matter expert regarding products or programs in the marketplace
Establish, manage, and strengthen long-term relationships with key pro-dealers, retail accounts, builders, and industrial customers
Ensure exceptional service, proactive follow-up, and deep understanding of customer business models
Serve as a trusted advisor and subject matter expert within the marketplace
Partner closely with inside sales, sales management, and marketing teams to achieve revenue objectives
Develop mentoring capabilities with outside marketing team and support staff
Contribute meaningful input to broader organizational planning discussions and sales & marketing initiatives
Here’s What You’ll Need:
Bachelor’s Degree in a related field or equivalent experience in a marketing / sales role within the wood products industry
Five (5) to ten (10) + years of experience in a role related to the home construction or building industry
Knowledge of construction and building materials
Solid planning, organizational and time management skills
A strong ability to analyze and report in a professional manner on product usage, trends, and competitive threats within their respective geographies
Knowledge and experience at the builder level; knowledge of building codes and applications
Excellent verbal and written communication, including presentation skills
Strong technical aptitude and people skills
Proficiency in Microsoft Outlook and Word
What Will Make You Stand Out:
Engineering, Architectural, Building Science accreditation
Knowledge of structural wood products
Proficiency in reading construction documents
Our highly competitive compensation package and outstanding benefits include:
Benefits starting Day 1
Competitive starting pay
On-the-job training
A culture that strongly believes in promoting from within
Medical
Dental
Vision
401k with company matching & retirement contribution
Employee Stock Purchase plan
Life Insurance
Disability Insurance
Paid vacations and holidays
Employee Assistance Program
Invitation to Apply:
If you are ready to build your career in a company that thrives on growth, a safe work environment, rewarding work, challenge, and opportunity, come build your career with us at West Fraser:
We thank all candidates for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Please apply through our online application process. Be sure to attach your resume to your online profile as resumes will not be accepted at the site. No phone inquiries, please.
West Fraser is a diversified wood products company producing lumber, OSB, LVL, MDF, plywood, pulp, newsprint, wood chips, and energy with over 60 facilities in Canada, the United States, and Europe. We are the largest lumber producer in North America, a leading global manufacturer of wood-based panels, and the world’s largest producer of oriented strand board (OSB).
We are a growing company, believe strongly in promoting from within, and pride ourselves on providing a challenging environment with continuous development. The successful candidate should be interested in future growth opportunities within the company
West Fraser is an Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/V/D & Drug-Free Workplace (DFW)
Equal Opportunity Employer
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Worksite address
shelby county, TN, 38018, US
Who can apply
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