About Careertakes

👉 Important disclosure: Careertakes is a third-party recruiting platform supporting this hiring process. If selected, you will be employed directly by our client, Sales.

Applicants for this role may also receive access to additional matched opportunities through the Careertakes platform.

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What You’ll Do

The Emerging Leaders Development Program (ELDP) is a one-year, accelerated leadership track that prepares early-career professionals for a career in sales and outside sales leadership. You will work in a field-based role supporting a confidential client in the building products & distribution sector.

• Lead end-to-end territory management: develop territory strategy, identify opportunities, prioritize prospects, and drive customer engagement to accelerate revenue.
• Manage the full sales cycle for assigned accounts or segments: build and forecast pipeline, recommend pricing and product mix, and execute deals with appropriate autonomy.
• Partner cross-functionally to improve operational and commercial performance by analyzing data, identifying business challenges, and implementing strategic improvements.
• Own strategic workstreams that require evaluating complex problems, synthesizing market and customer insights, and proposing data-informed solutions.
• Participate in a cohort-based leadership program with individualized coaching, rotations, and mentorship aimed at preparing you for placement into Outside Sales roles.

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What You’ll Bring

• Bachelor’s degree (business, Supply Chain, or related field) OR 1–2 years of relevant industry experience.
• Energetic, goal-oriented communicator with a customer-first mindset.
• Comfortable working in a dynamic, field-based environment and willing to travel within the region.
• Demonstrated teamwork, eagerness to learn, and strong problem-solving instincts.
• Willingness to relocate or travel regionally for program rotations and future leadership placements.

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Preferred Qualifications

• Internship or work experience in B2B sales, distribution, or building materials.
• Experience with CRM or sales tools and proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills and an analytical, solutions-driven approach.

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Compensation & Benefits

• Estimated base (jobsworth estimate): $57,152 per year (estimate).
• 401(k) with employer match.
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• PTO, company holidays, and parental leave.
• Paid training, certifications, and leadership development.
• Legal assistance, identity protection, pet insurance, and Employee Assistance Program (EAP).

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Location, Travel & Employment Type

• Location: Houston, TX (field-based / regionally mobile).
• Employment Type: Full-time.
• Travel: Regional travel required for rotations and territory coverage.

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About the Role & Timeline

This is an early-career, high-visibility program designed to accelerate development into Outside Sales roles and future sales leadership. The one-year program includes hands-on territory ownership, cross-functional projects, data-driven improvement initiatives, and direct coaching from experienced leaders.

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Equal Opportunity & Hiring Transparency

Careertakes and our client are Equal Opportunity Employers committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce. We prohibit discrimination or harassment of any kind. To support a fair and efficient hiring process, AI tools may be used to assist with application review or resume screening. These tools do not replace human decision-making. Final hiring decisions are made by people.

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