Now Hiring - BlueLinx Holdings Inc. - Industrial Sales Manager in University Park, IL

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Build a Better Career as an Industrial Product Manager with BlueLinx! At BlueLinx, our people are at the heart of our success. We are committed to ensuring our team members can build job security, enhance their skills, and make meaningful contributions. We deliver the building blocks to better lives. Join us and be part of a company that values its people and strives to make a positive impact in the industry. Summary: BlueLinx is expanding its focus on the Industrial Business in the Chicago area by adding an Industrial focused Product Sales Manager. This position will serve as the leader for Industrials focused on product and customer type sales and service for the Chicago Branch. This role has extensive knowledge, typically technical, depth and experience within assigned Industrial product groups and customer types. The ideal candidate will be in or around the Chicago area. This position will report directly to the Chicago Sales Manager and provide product and customer type synergies between all employees within the branch. What You 'll Do: * Works closely with local leadership, outside and inside sales representatives to support their customer base. * Assists local managers, outside and inside sales representatives in all aspects of the sales process for the assigned Industrial product group and customer types focused on industrial applications to include identifying new opportunities; developing sales solutions; closing sales opportunities; negotiating pricing; determining addition products that support growth; providing outstanding customer service and follow-up. * Improves profitability, product penetration, product mix, and inventory turn with all customers for assigned product(s) and customer types. * Will be responsible for selling large volumes of assigned product to targeted accounts in geographical area * Ensures effective product performance and gross margin results and promotes good customer/supplier relations * Assists industrial customers with sales and technical support for assigned products. Also, responsible for resolving all customer service issues related to assigned product * Develops sales solutions and competitive pricing strategies for assigned product(s) * Communicates value proposition to customers * Propose sales solutions to customers and reevaluate solutions where necessary (may work individually or in conjunction with leaders and sales representatives) * Provides product selection, product information, and pricing. Answers inventory and pricing questions for customers and sales. Builds out product selection with our vendors to enhance our inventory depth and breadth. What we 're looking for: * Ability to travel regularly up to 60+% * BS / BA in related field or equivalent industry experience preferred. * 3-5 years' experience in sales and industrial products * Working knowledge of assigned product line, customer support/service, market analysis, sales forecasting, products, pricing, and inventory management. * Possesses well developed consultative selling skills, negotiation and communication skills. * Negotiates prices, provides market updates, prospects, evaluating current and potential sales. Why BlueLinx? * Comprehensive Benefits: Medical, dental, vision, and prescription coverage. * Financial Security: 401K match and life insurance. * Work-Life Balance: Generous vacation and holiday pay. * Growth Opportunities: Tuition reimbursement to help you advance your career. Salary Range: $80K-$110K/year + monthly bonus + car allowance Our Values : With every decision and action, we put people first, keep the future in mind, and work as a team toward shared progress: * Customer Centric * Respect * Collaboration * Integrity * Grit About BlueLinx: BlueLinx (NYSE: BXC) is a leading wholesale distributor of building and industrial products in the United States. With over 70,000 branded and private-label SKUs, we have a broad distribution footprint servicing all 50 states. Our team of over 2,000 associates is critical to our success. Our culture is driven by teamwork, integrity, and continuous improvement, with a strong emphasis on safety and customer service. Job Type: Full-time Pay: $80,000.00 - $110,000.00 per year Benefits: * 401(k) * 401(k) matching * Dental insurance * Flexible spending account * Health insurance * Health savings account * Life insurance * Paid time off * Vision insurance Compensation Package: * Performance bonus Schedule: * Day shift * Monday to Friday People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply Application Question(s): * Are you knowledgeable about building products such as cabinetry and case work? Ability to Commute: * University Park, IL 60484 (Preferred) Work Location: Hybrid remote in University Park, IL 60484