Inside Architectural Sales

Summary 475 is a rapidly growing Brooklyn-based company that imports, distributes, and advises on high-performance green building components throughout North America. 475 is focused on transforming the North American construction market toward low-energy, high-performance building design. The Product Consultant works with architects, engineers, builders, and project owners to optimize high performance solutions for energy-efficient buildings. The Product Consultant is motivated, ambitious, and confident about the opportunity to grow the use of high-performance building practices in their region, while enthusiastic about helping 475 grow our company, brand, and influence. Responsibilities Build and nurture relationships in assigned territory in order to establish reputability as a source of expert advice and tangible solutions to high performance building challenges. Diligently reach out to existing and new accounts to help architects specify appropriate solutions, and to build new business. Provide regional technical support to building professionals, through activities including office and job site visits, in-depth trainings, remote meetings etc. Manage sales cycle including: lead generation, identification of new opportunities, estimate creation, closing sales, and project follow-up/site support. Make regular office presentations to architects regarding various aspects of high-performance construction: airtightness, moisture control, insulation, daylighting, etc. Actively engage with local trade associations and other networking groups. Represent 475 at regional trade shows, as required. Identify opportunities for growth in your region. Desired Qualities Experience with high performance building practices. An understanding of Passive House design. Strong interest in building science and building details. Familiarity with regional architecture and engineering firms, local lumber yards, local high performance builders. Excellent communication skills, in person, over phone, and by email. Proactive with a strong work ethic. Ability to work well both independently and as a member of a team. Experience in sales and/or customer relations. Background Architect, engineer, high-performance builder, building scientist, sustainable construction consultant, or building material sales professional. If you are considering sending an application, make sure to hit the apply button below after reading through the entire description. Training, 401k and health insurance benefits offered. Annual compensation $60,000-$100,000 dependent on experience and commissions earned. Send résumé and cover letter to aaron@foursevenfive.com; subject: "Technical Sales Representative".