Overview

Strategic Account Manager – Construction & Building Products

Location: Central U.S.

Salary Range: $110,000 base

Bonus: @ plan to $200,000

Travel:  50% My client is seeking a dynamic  Strategic Account Manager  to join their growing team. This role is a blend of strategic account management (60%) and new business development (40%), focused on driving growth within key vertical markets through branded experiences. You’ll be working with high-profile national accounts and iconic brands to bring their vision to life in family entertainment environments. Responsibilities: Manage and grow existing national accounts  across verticals including sports arenas, education, museums, colleges, and family entertainment venues

Identify and develop new business opportunities  with a focus on branded and experiential design

Drive deep and strategic relationships within key accounts to deliver exceptional value

Lead  brand activation projects – from concept to delivery – working with internal teams and client stakeholders

Collaborate with design and engineering to align product specifications with client brand goals

Pitch and present branded solutions to top-tier prospects (e.g., sports teams, amusement parks, corporate brands)

Understand and navigate  specification-based sales processes  in architectural and commercial design contexts

Represent branded product capabilities in strategic outreach and industry engagements Requirements: Bachelor’s Degree required

Proven success in selling to and managing accounts within construction, building materials and/or architecture industries

Background in one or more key verticals required : architectural, construction, building materials

We are not looking for candidates coming from software sales

Strong understanding of specification processes and working with architects/designers

A design background is a major plus – creativity and the ability to translate brand identity into physical space is key

Excellent communication and presentation skills, with a passion for storytelling and brand expression

Highly motivated, self-starter attitude with strong strategic thinking Direct Sales Recruiting, LLC, (DSR) and DirectHR are National Recruitment organizations partnering with National, Regional and Local Clients to bring qualified candidates a career and a future. DSR offers over 50 years combined Recruitment, Sales and Management experience. We are, along with our clients, an Equal Opportunity Employer and are committed to hiring and supporting a diverse workforce. A M/F/V