Contractor Sales Specialist

TAMKO is seeking a Contractor Sales Specialist for the Central Arkansas territory, based in Little Rock, Arkansas. This individual promotes TAMKO's full line of roofing products to contractors, builders, architects, and other key decision-makers across the region. The role requires strong relationship-building skills, technical aptitude, and the ability to train and support contractors in the field. The Contractor Sales Specialist works closely with Territory Managers and distributor partners to execute a strategy focused on growing contractor engagement and product demand.

Summary of Essential Functions

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Additional duties may also be assigned.

• Promote TAMKO products to contractors, builders, architects, and key influencers throughout the Central Arkansas region.
• Drive contractor engagement in the TAMKO Edge Loyalty Program, including onboarding, education, and field support with warranty registration and program participation.
• Inspect residential and commercial roofing projects and provide technical installation guidance.
• Train contractors and crews in proper roofing application techniques through hands-on demonstrations.
• Conduct contractor meetings and present TAMKO product and system information to groups or individuals.
• Write reports and correspondence related to contractor visits, training sessions, and jobsite observations.
• Coordinate and support jobsite visits, contractor training, and distributor events in the field.
• Compile and maintain contractor lead lists using CRM, distributor referrals, and industry sources.
• Travel throughout the assigned territory to support existing and prospective contractors.
• Represent TAMKO at industry trade shows, distributor open houses, and training events.
• Maintain up-to-date records of contractor activity using CRM tools and collaborate with Territory Managers and inside sales support.
• Coordinate literature, product samples, displays, and training materials for use in the field.
• Address contractor questions, feedback, or concerns related to product usage or field performance.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree from a four-year college or university; or 1-2 years of related experience and/or training; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Must have a valid driver's license. Required travel by vehicle and air transportation in and out of assigned territory. Position requires overnight stays away from home.

Physical Requirements / Work Environment

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include acuity sufficient for driving, rooftop inspection, minimal color discrimination, and accurate depth perception.
• Frequent extended work hours.
• The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate; field environments include rooftops, job sites, distributor branches, and training venues.

Competencies

• Customer Focus: Responds promptly to contractor needs and provides solutions that support long-term relationships.
• Communication: Speaks clearly and effectively in group and one-on-one settings; actively listens and provides thoughtful responses.
• Technical Aptitude: Understands roofing systems and installation practices; able to teach and troubleshoot in the field.
• Planning & Organization: Prioritizes and plans work activities efficiently; maintains well-organized records and schedules.
• Adaptability: Able to adjust quickly to changing conditions in the field and contractor needs.

In addition to an attractive wage, this position offers a competitive benefits package including Group Health and Life Insurance, Vision and Dental Insurance, a Flexible Benefits Plan, a 401(k) Retirement Plan with a company match, a Profit Sharing Retirement Plan, and other benefits.

This job description is subject to change at any time.