Forms+Surfaces - Houston, TX
posted 4 months ago
Forms+Surfaces is a leading designer and manufacturer of a wide range of architectural products used in public spaces around the globe. Our growing brand is known for its breadth of product lines, including surface materials, elevator interiors, doors and hardware, information displays, wall systems, columns, railing, and outdoor site furniture. We currently are seeking an experienced, highly motivated Architectural Sales professional who resides in the Houston, TX area for the position of Territory Manager, Houston, Texas Region, with a focus on our Architectural Products/Surfaces. The ideal candidate will possess a strong, experience-based understanding of the architecture and design (A&D) community, with proven success working with architects, contractors, designers, landscape architects, facility owners, and other specifiers. This role requires the ability to craft technical, "substitution-proof" specifications and follow them throughout the bidding and ordering cycle. A deep knowledge of specifiers' needs, requirements, and concerns is essential, along with the ability to offer creative solutions to their challenges. In this fast-paced environment, the ability to prioritize multiple tasks and projects is crucial. Excellent communication and organizational skills are necessary, as well as proficiency in utilizing CRM software and other technologies. The successful candidate will enjoy working in a collaborative, entrepreneurial environment and engaging team members throughout the organization—Sales, Marketing, Manufacturing, and Design—to accomplish a common goal. This unique opportunity offers career independence and control with a company that provides ample support, training, and hands-on mentoring to help ensure success. The position allows you to work in an established territory and partner with an experienced Territory Manager for added support and guidance. Candidates should ideally be a graduate Architect, Landscape Architect, Designer, or have related experience before transitioning into a sales role calling on end-users in the A&D community. Strong local contacts in the A&D community are a must for consideration in this role!