Apply now »

Area Manager Decking, Waterproofing & Flooring - North Central/Northeast

Requisition ID:  14162
Location: 

US Chicago, IL, US, 60631

Pay Type:  Salary
Travel Requirement: 71-80%

COMPANY OVERVIEW
Amrize is building North America. From bridges and railways to data centers, schools, offices and homes, our solutions are inside the buildings and infrastructure that connect people and advance how we live. And we invite you to come and build with us.

As the partner of choice for professional builders, we offer advanced branded solutions from foundation to rooftop. Wherever our customers are, whatever their job, we’re ready to deliver. Our 19,000 colleagues work across 1,000 sites supported by an unparalleled distribution network. Infrastructure, commercial and residential, new build, repair and refurbishment: We’re in every construction market.

Amrize listed on the New York Stock Exchange and the SIX Swiss Exchange on June 23, 2025, following our spinoff as an independent company. Join us and build your ambition.

Learn more at www.amrize.com/careers
Description: 

 

 

Join the Gaco team, a trusted name in building envelope solutions with a heritage dating back to 1955.

 

We’re seeking a Area Manager Decking, Waterproofing & Flooring - North Central/Northeast who’s ready to be part of a company committed to formulating everyday success for every customer through innovative, reliable products used to adhere, seal, and protect at every level of the building envelope.

 

This is a skilled sales position for a confident, highly motivated individual. This Area Manager must be self-disciplined to work independently in an assigned territory to grow Decking and Waterproofing sales to the commercial waterproofing market and meet Region and Division sales objectives. Individuals must be able to manage existing customer base, prospect new customers, and utilize value added, solution-based selling to close business with contractors, dealers and building owners. This position will be based remotely in either the Chicago, IL or New York, NY markets.

#BuildingEnvelope

#LI-Remote

 

WHAT YOU’LL ACCOMPLISH

 The Area Manager is responsible for representing Gaco decking, waterproofing and flooring products to architects, engineers, building owners, distributors, and contractors. ​
 Manage ongoing sales process, develops relationships, responds to, and anticipates customer needs, providing customer service; ability to close sales.
 Generate and follow up on new customer leads.
 Document all leads and follow up contact.
 Develop and execute a smart, well-thought-out business and marketing plans for territory.
 Meet or exceed annual sales and gross profit targets.
 Establish marketing needs effectively and creatively use presentations and other sales tools
 Available to travel frequently and represent the company in a professional manner
 Perform professional on-site training events
 Represent Gaco at local and regional trade shows
 Manage the territory sales budget
 Serve as subject matter expert, expanding product knowledge and developing knowledge of
 competitive products and features.


WHAT WE’RE LOOKING FOR
 Degree in Business or related field or a minimum of 5 years of decking, waterproofing and flooring commercial coatings sales
 Strong track record in building business and increasing sales
 Must possess excellent communication skills with a strong customer service focus
 Ability to professionally present information and connect with a variety of customers and
 industry professionals
 Effective time management skills
 Ability to communicate effectively with both verbal and written communication
 Strong technical skills, including MS Office suite
 Must be highly motivated and have a demonstrable successful sales record
 Must be able to travel 75% of time

 

WHAT WE OFFER

Competitive Compensation
Retirement Savings
Medical, Dental, Disability and Life Insurance Coverage

Holistic Health & Well-Being Programs
Health Savings Accounts (HSA) and Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) for Health and Dependent Care 

Vision and other Voluntary Benefits and Discounts
Paid Time Off and Holidays
Paid Parental Leave (Maternity and Paternity) 

Educational Assistance Program

Company Vehicle

BUILDING INCLUSIVE WORKSPACES
At Amrize, there is endless opportunity for you to play your part. Whether you’re in a technical, managerial, or frontline role, you can shape a career that works for you. We're seeking builders, creative thinkers and innovators. Come put your expertise to work while developing the knowledge and skills to drive your career forward. With us you’ll have the chance to build your ambition!   

Amrize North America Inc. takes pride in our hiring processes and our commitment that all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, ethnicity, religion, creed, national origin, ancestry, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, parental status, genetic information, citizenship, physical or mental disability, past, current, or prospective service in the uniformed services, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local law. Amrize North America Inc, and its respective subsidiaries are Equal Opportunity Employers, deciding all employment on the basis of qualification, merit and business need.  Amrize Canada Inc. is committed to the principles of employment equity and encourages the applications from women, visible minorities, and persons with disabilities.

In compliance with the ADA Amendments Act (ADAAA), if you have a disability and would like to request accommodation in order to apply for a position with us, please email recruiting-accommodations@amrize.com. This email address should only be used for accommodations and not general inquiries or resume submittals. In Ontario, our organization/business is committed to fulfilling our requirements under the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act. Under the Act, accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.

While we sincerely appreciate all applications, only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

Apply now »