Architectural Consultant

JELD-WEN is currently seeking a Architectural Consultant to join our growing team.

THE ROLE

Responsible for increasing sales and market share of company products to accounts and prospects in assigned district, including managing architectural, complex, and light commercial projects from concept through completion.  The Architectural Consultant (AC) secures JELD-WEN as basis of design for appropriate projects that their Architectural Accounts have designed.  Utilizing intimate product application knowledge & industry expertise the AC is to establish a “trusted-advisor” relationship with the design firms in their territory.  The AC also provides technical and sales support to the local JELD-WEN sales team (including dealers), to appropriately select & utilize JELD-WEN products in both high end residential and commercial projects.  In this role, the incumbent will be expected to cover territories in Texas and New Mexico, possibly into Oklahoma and New Mexico.

Location: May reside in Austin or Dallas, TX.

Principle Duties and Responsibilities

• Develop and achieve annual sales forecast and accurate budget proposals.
• Aggressively pursue and secure new sales opportunities.
• Use the Customer Relationship Management (CRM) program to plan activities, manage accounts, manage contacts, identify, track opportunities, manage leads, and communicate pertinent information.
• Provide product and solution expertise.
• Facilitate services which may include: initial consultation, performance analysis, code compliance, design assistance and implementation, Computer-Aided Design (CAD) and shop drawings, specifications, product mock-ups and samples.
• Assist and coordinate site survey, field testing and on-site installation guidance.
• The employee may be required to travel in support of visiting sites and developing a customer base (50%+)
• Achieve annual sales targets through collaboration with local JELD-WEN resources to ensure project opportunities are closed and won.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities

• Ability to read and understand construction documents and knowledge of installation methods, and local and national building codes.
• Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, Customer Relationship Management Software, Electronic Pricing Catalogue, Expense Reporting Program, and Internet Web Browser
  • Communication Skills - Strong verbal and written communication skills.
  • Presentation Skills - Ability to prepare and deliver a professional presentation to large and small audiences both internal and external.
• Accredited CDT, CCPR or established date to take exam (12 months maximum to achieve certification) preferred but not required.

Education and Experience

• Bachelor's degree (B. A.) from four-year college or university
• Minimum of five years related sales experience and/or training, preferably in the window and door industry

About JELD-WEN Holding, Inc.

JELD-WEN is a leading global designer, manufacturer and distributor of high-performance interior and exterior doors, windows, and related building products serving the new construction and repair and remodeling sectors. Headquartered in Charlotte, N.C., the company operates facilities in 16 countries in North America and Europe and employs approximately 18,000 people. Since 1960, the JELD-WEN team has been committed to making quality products that create safe and sustainable environments for customers, associates and local communities. The JELD-WEN family of brands includes JELD-WEN® worldwide; LaCantina™ and VPI™ in North America; and Swedoor® and DANA® in Europe. For more information, visit jeld-wen.com.

In 2022, Newsweek named JELD-WEN as one of America’s Most Trustworthy Companies.

What We Offer

Investing in People is one of our Core Values, we strive to attract & retain great people! As such, JELD-WEN offers competitive compensation & benefits packages. As a global organization, specific benefits may vary, however typically including medical & dental, generous leave policies, retirement program, etc.

JELD-WEN is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and does not discriminate against any applicant for employment or employee on the basis of race, color, religious creed, gender, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status or any other classification protected by applicable discrimination laws.

JELD-WEN does not accept unsolicited resumes from headhunters, recruitment agencies, or fee-based recruitment services.