District Sales Manager (Southeast)

Position Summary
A manufacturer of exterior architectural building materials is seeking an experienced and motivated District Sales Manager to develop and grow sales throughout the Southeast region.
This position is ideal for a sales professional with proven B2B experience in building materials, siding, cladding, façade systems, or related architectural products who is ready to take the next step in their career and assume greater responsibility for territory growth and market development.
The District Sales Manager will be responsible for developing new business, building relationships with architects, contractors, developers, distributors, and other industry partners, managing the sales pipeline, and driving projects from initial opportunity through specification, bidding, and order conversion.
Key Responsibilities
Develop and execute sales strategies for the assigned territory
Identify and pursue new business opportunities through prospecting, networking, and lead generation
Build and maintain a strong project and sales pipeline
Develop relationships with architects, contractors, developers, distributors, installers, and other industry partners
Conduct product presentations, customer meetings, and jobsite visits
Manage opportunities throughout the sales cycle, from initial lead through quotation, bidding, and order conversion
Support and develop independent sales representatives and distribution partners
Monitor sales performance, market trends, and competitor activity
Maintain accurate CRM records, forecasts, and activity reports
Represent the company at trade shows, industry events, and networking functions
Collaborate with internal teams including Marketing, Customer Service, Logistics, and Operations
Qualifications
Required:
Bachelor’s degree in Business, Marketing, Architecture, Construction Management, or a related field
5+ years of B2B sales experience in building materials, siding, façade systems, cladding, or architectural products
Experience working with architects, contractors, developers, and/or distributors
Proven ability to develop new business and manage a sales pipeline
Strong negotiation, presentation, and relationship-building skills
Self-motivated and comfortable managing an assigned territory independently
Proficiency with Microsoft Office and CRM systems
Valid U.S. driver’s license with a clean driving record
Ability to travel regularly throughout the assigned territory
Preferred:
Knowledge of fiber cement products, rainscreen systems, or exterior envelope solutions
Experience getting building products specified for commercial construction projects
Existing network within the AEC (Architecture, Engineering, Construction) industry
Bilingual English/Japanese or English/Spanish skills are a plus
Territory:
Mississippi, Tennessee, Alabama, Georgia, and Florida
Travel:
Approximately 50%

Work arrangement
Yes