Full Line Sales Representative, Eastern NY Job

​Primary Location: Albany, New York 
Relocation offered: Yes 
Employment status: Full-Time 
Travel: 25% 
Non-compete: Yes 
Location: Work from home position located in Albany, New York 

The estimated base salary range for this role is “75,000 to 110,000” per year.  
Individual pay is based upon location, skills and expertise, experience and other relevant factors (salary may be adjusted based on geographic location)

​What does it mean to work at Armstrong?

It means being immersed in a supportive culture that recognizes you as a key player in Armstrong's future. We are a large company with a local feel, where you will get to know and collaborate with leadership and your colleagues across the company.

By joining us, you'll have the opportunity to make the most of your potential. Alongside a competitive remuneration package, you will receive:

A benefits package including: medical, dental, prescription drug, life insurance, 401k match, long-term disability coverage, vacation and sick time, product discount programs, and many more.
Personal development to grow your career with us based on your strengths and interests.
A working culture that balances individual achievement with teamwork and collaboration. We draw on each other's strengths and allow for different work styles to build engagement and satisfaction to deliver results. 
 

Armstrong World Industries (AWI) has a job opportunity for a Full Line Sales Representative to be located in Albany, NY.  As our Full Line Sales Representative, you will interact with architects, distributors, contractors, owners, and facility managers to influence the specification and purchase of Armstrong commercial ceiling systems while meeting or exceeding the sales budget with regard to price, volume, and mix. Additionally, you will interact and partner with other Armstrong sales representatives to drive improved business results.

What you'll be doing:

• Achieving the territory’s goals in sales volume, mix, new products, and pricing
• Influencing people who make buying/selling decisions and have a positive influence on other’s behavior
• Assisting architects/designers in writing specifications for Armstrong commercial ceilings, grid, and wall systems with an emphasis on gaining a competitive advantage
• Developing productive relationships with key distributors, contractors, and Armstrong personnel
• Tracking projects to establish plans for selling Armstrong products
• Working with customers to comply with Armstrong specifications
• Responsible for growing the business – increasing/maintaining market share – by creating customer value and competitive advantages

What will make you successful:

• Bachelor’s degree in a business discipline
• 2+ years of sales experience
• Working knowledge and experience with construction, contracting, distribution, specification sales, commercial building products, and knowledge of market segments, customers, and distribution channels
• Demonstrated ability and experience to effectively manage multiple relationships and priorities

• Demonstrated ability and experience to plan effectively short and long term
• Must be proficient in working with Microsoft Windows applications

Preferred Qualifications:

• USGBC LEED Professional Certification
• Experience with Salesforce or other CRM Systems
• Demonstrated experience/success in architectural selling

Why should you join Armstrong World Industries?

Armstrong World Industries (AWI) is a leader in the design and manufacture of innovative commercial and residential ceiling, wall and suspension system solutions in the Americas. With approximately $1B in revenue, AWI has about 2,800 employees and a manufacturing network of fifteen facilities in North America.

At home, at work, in healthcare facilities, classrooms, stores, or restaurants, we offer interior solutions that help to enhance comfort, save time, improve building efficiency and overall performance, and create beautiful spaces.

For more than 150 years, we have built our business on trust and integrity. It set us apart then, and it sets us apart now, along with our ability to collaborate with and innovate for the people we're here to serve - our customers, our shareholders, our communities and our employees.

We are committed to developing new and sustainable ceiling solutions, with design and performance possibilities that make a positive difference in spaces where we live, work, learn, heal and play. It's an exciting, rewarding business to be in, and we're committed to continue to grow and prosper for the benefit of all of our stakeholders. We hope you join us.

Our Sustainability Ambition

"Bringing our Purpose to Life" - lead a transformation in the design and building of spaces fit for today and tomorrow.
We are committed to:

• Engaging a diverse, purpose-driven workforce;
• Transforming buildings from structures that shelter into structures that serve and preserve the health and well-being of people and planet;
• Pursuing sustainable, innovative solutions for spaces where we live, work, learn heal and play;
• Being a catalyst for change with all of our stakeholders; and
• Making a positive difference in the environments and communities we impact.

Armstrong is committed to engaging a diverse, purpose-driven workforce.  As part of our dedication to diversity, AWI is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity and all qualified applicants receive consideration for employment without regard for race, sex, color, national origin, ethnicity, gender, protected veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, or religion. We are also committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans in our job application procedures. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, you may contact us at by email at AWI talent acquisition and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information. Requests for accommodation will be evaluated on a case-by-case basis. Please note that only inquiries concerning a request for reasonable accommodation will be responded to from this email address.

Come and build your future with us and apply today!