Sr Ewp Area Sales Manager

Jobgether Baton Rouge, Louisiana, US

About the Role

This position is listed on behalf of a partner company, who manages all applications and next steps. Our partner is looking for a Sr EWP Area Sales Manager based in the United States.

As a Senior Engineered Wood Products (EWP) Area Sales Manager, you will drive regional sales growth across Florida, southern Alabama, southern Mississippi, and southeastern Louisiana. You will develop strong relationships with builders, distributors, contractors, and other construction professionals to expand demand for engineered wood products. Combining technical expertise with strategic sales leadership, you will promote product adoption and strengthen partnerships throughout the building materials supply chain. You will develop business and marketing plans, identify competitive opportunities, and establish pricing strategies based on market insights. The role also involves delivering technical guidance and training to customers and industry professionals. This is a field-oriented position offering significant autonomy, customer interaction, and extensive regional travel. \n

Accountabilities

You will lead engineered wood products sales and customer development across your assigned territory, serving as a trusted commercial and technical resource for customers and supply chain partners. Work directly with builders to generate primary demand for engineered wood products and drive sales throughout the distribution network.

Develop strategic business plans that highlight product value propositions and strengthen relationships with supply chain partners.

Create and present marketing plans to business managers, company owners, and other key stakeholders.

Establish competitive and profitable pricing strategies through detailed analysis of market conditions, competitor activity, and customer requirements.

Provide technical support and product guidance to wholesale and retail distributors.

Organize and deliver technical training seminars for contractors, architects, and code enforcement professionals.

Train lumber industry sales and management personnel in professional selling techniques and effective presentation skills.

Build and maintain strong relationships with buyers, distributors, builders, and end users.

Monitor regional market opportunities and identify ways to increase product adoption and territory performance.

Travel extensively throughout Florida, southern Alabama, southern Mississippi, and southeastern Louisiana to support customers and develop business.

Requirements The ideal candidate combines sales experience in engineered wood products or residential construction with strong relationship-building abilities, commercial judgment, and an interest in technical product applications. College degree or equivalent professional experience in a related field.

Experience selling engineered wood products or other wood products into residential construction markets.

Understanding of engineered wood product applications, including basic design loads and relevant construction criteria, with the ability and willingness to develop further technical knowledge.

Knowledge of the proper use of I-joists and laminated veneer lumber (LVL) in residential and multifamily construction, or a strong motivation to learn these products and applications.

Strong customer service orientation and a proven ability to establish and maintain relationships with buyers, distributors, and end users.

Excellent interpersonal, communication, and relationship management skills.

Strong commercial judgment, persistence, and decision-making abilities.

Willingness and ability to travel extensively across the assigned territory.

Preferred Qualifications More than 7 years of experience in a related sales or business development role.

Established relationships within the engineered wood products, lumber, building materials, or residential construction industries.

Strong ability to understand customer needs, influence purchasing decisions, and communicate technical product value.

Benefits Annual salary range of

$96,000–$144,000 USD

, depending on experience, skills, qualifications, and location.

Medical and prescription drug coverage.

Dental and vision insurance.

Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) for healthcare and dependent care expenses.

401(k) retirement savings plan with company contributions.

20 days of paid time off per year.

10 paid holidays annually.

Comprehensive benefits package supporting health, well-being, career development, financial security, and personal safety.

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Responsibilities

  • Lead engineered wood products sales in assigned territory
  • Develop strategic business plans and marketing plans for EWP adoption
  • Travel nationwide to engage builders and distributors

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree or equivalent in relevant field
  • 5+ years in engineered wood products sales or construction materials
  • Strong knowledge of building materials supply chain and pricing

Required Skills

sales leadership customer relationship management technical product knowledge territory planning market analysis

Keywords

EWP sales field sales building materials territory management

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Job Overview

Date Posted 24 hours ago
Location Baton Rouge, Louisiana, US
Job Type Full-time
Work Mode Onsite
Salary $8,500,000 - $12,000,000
Category Software technology

About the Company

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