Emery Jensen Distribution, LLC
Oak Brook, Illinois
The Job The EJD SR. HRBP is a strategic partner to the Emery Jensen Distribution field salesforce, operating as a trusted advisor and developing an HR agenda that closely supports the business and retention efforts. This role is accountable for working directly with all sales leadership and employees (including but not limited to Sales Directors, Field Sales Managers, Business Development, and Territory Managers). The EJD Sr. HRBP will oversee all human resources practices and processes, specifically focusing on operations, strategic planning, and alignment with the sales department. He/she will provide proactive coaching, consultation, and direction to management in strategic and tactical staffing, performance management, salary administration, employee relations, policy administration, succession planning, retention, employee development, diversity, job offers, and overall organizational effectiveness. This role is pivotal in fostering a high-performance culture, ensuring the effective deployment of HR strategies, and supporting the sales team to achieve organizational and operational goals. What you will do Influence and Guidance Ensures alignment of HR processes with strategic and operating goals. Assists in driving company culture, built around our existing core values. Work closely with the sales department to understand their specific HR needs and challenges. Ensure alignment between HR policies and the sales department's objectives. Sales Support / Business Partner Relationships Provides tactical and strategic leadership by demonstrating an understanding of business trends and needs. Acts as a trusted advisor and HR subject matter expert with SVP, Sales Leadership, and manager in areas such as organization assessment, succession planning, organizational structure, and work force planning to strengthen overall organizational capability. Partners with sales leadership and HR Leadership to resolve employee relations (including investigations), provides coaching on performance management and advises on talent development Organizational Development Consult with direct manager on training and organizational development needs and then partner with the Organizational Development group to find solutions. Provide advice and support to the Sales Leadership team regarding their personal development and growth. Employee Relations/ Performance Management Provides proactive coaching, consultation, and direction to management in areas of staffing, employee relations, policy administration performance management and overall organizational effectiveness. Consults with management within the business and HR Director to propose courses of conduct for HR/employee relations issues, matters of corrective action, discrimination charges and other grievances. Provides proactive Human Resources advice to management as it relates to disciplinary development strategies and to minimize and prevent company liability and increase profitability. Guides managers in identifying, documenting, and communicating results regarding deficiencies in performance. Makes recommendations to managers to improve work relationships, enhance employee engagement and increase productivity and retention. Provides guidance to associates regarding employee relations matters. Functions as a mediator between associates and managers as needed. Continuously assess, anticipate and address HR / Employee Relations needs. Recruitment/Onboarding Assess recruiting and onboarding process, identify improvement opportunities and participate in / lead improvement initiatives. Training/Orientation Partner with Direct manager on creating training materials and conduct training for managers and supervisors related to HR practices - policy education, interviewing, corrective action, performance management, harassment prevention, and onboarding practices. Process Improvements Identifies, recommends, shares, and implements new approaches, policies, and procedures to effect continual improvements in efficiency of department and services performed. Develop and execute HR strategies aligned with the company's overall business objectives. Reporting and Trends Assist in evaluation of reports, decisions, and results of department in relation to established goals. Leverage a strategic mindset to anticipate HR trends and proactively address potential challenges. With the help of shared services, maintains compliance with federal and state regulations concerning employment. What you need to succeed Bachelor's Degree in HR or related field 5+ years in HR, with significant experience in strategic HR roles. Strategic mindset and innate ability to think holistically about EJD's business and HR needs. Comprehensive understanding of business strategy and market dynamics. Adaptable and driven by a "start-up" mentality. Excellent interpersonal, communications, research, negotiations, persuasion, analytical, problem-solving, resourcefulness, and influential development skills. Detail-orientated self-starter able to handle heavy, priority-shifting. Passionate, do what it takes attitude. Ability to multi-task and work well in a high-pressure environment. Goal-orientated and detail-orientated. Excellent communication skills, oral and written. Outstanding interpersonal skills, with the ability to create effective relationships throughout the organization with both rank & file and upper management. Successful and demonstrated HR generalist experience with a proven track record of increased responsibility. Strong project management skills. Consultation skills and conflict resolution skills. Travel to EJD Sales regions and bi-annual trade shows. Compensation Details: $80000 - $90000 per year Why should you join our team? We live our values - W.E.L.I.G.H.T (Winning, Excellence, Love, Integrity, Gratitude, Humility, and Teamwork). Gratitude. Humility. Love. You don't often see values like these in most corporate statements, but Emery Jensen is different. These things are important to us. They represent our commitment to the company, our employees, our retailers and our brand. In addition to providing our employees a great culture, Emery Jensen also offers competitive benefits that address life's necessities and perks, many of which expand and improve year after year, including: Incentive opportunities, based on role/grade level (rapid company growth over the past 2 years resulted in incentives being paid out above 116.96% of your target opportunity!) Generous 401(k) retirement savings plan with a fully vested matching contribution the first year, in addition to an annual discretionary contribution (once eligibility requirements have been met). Over the past five years, company contributions (matching, quarterly & discretionary) for fully eligible employees have averaged 6.6% of total compensation. Comprehensive health coverage (medical, dental, vision and disability - up to 26 weeks short-term disability and long-term disability) & life insurance benefits for you and your dependents 21 days of vacation immediately available (prorated in the first year) and up to 6 paid holidays depending on the month of hire Company Car, phone and fuel card are provided for field-based positions Your career at Emery Jensen is more than just a job. It's a chance to be part of something meaningful. We help locally-owned businesses thrive and make an impact in their communities - and we support our employees in doing the same by offering an annual Cares Week, 20 hours off work per year to volunteer at an organization of your choice, opportunities to help Children's Miracle Network Hospitals and the Ace Helpful Fund through the Ace Foundation Emery Jensen invests in every employee we hire, with a key focus on development and coaching. We offer on-site classes, facilitator-led courses, and a generous tuition assistance program, plus a performance management approach that goes beyond the typical annual review We know the work environment matters. That's why we hold frequent campus events like Employee Appreciation Week, vendor demos, cookouts, and merchandise sales We bring them to you! Services such as mobile spas, auto maintenance, car wash and detailing, dry cleaning, dentists, eye doctors, flu shots, recycling and more! Employee discounts on Ace merchandise (including top brands like Weber, Traeger, Yeti, Craftsman, DeWalt and more), travel, fitness, computers and thousands more Birth/Adoption bonding paid time off Adoption cost reimbursement Employee Assistance Program (EAP) - access to free visits to therapists and lawyers, guidance on financial matters, elder and childcare, and assistance with tickets to entertainment events Identity theft protection Benefits are provided in compliance with applicable policies. Want to be notified when new jobs are posted? Follow the link below to create an account and set up custom job alerts: Create Job Alert We want to hear from you! Emery Jensen delivers wholesale products and best-in-class service to independent retailers in the Pro Lumber Yards, Home Centers, Paint, Hardware Stores, Decorating Stores, and E-retailer space . click apply for full job details
04/28/2026
Full time
The Job The EJD SR. HRBP is a strategic partner to the Emery Jensen Distribution field salesforce, operating as a trusted advisor and developing an HR agenda that closely supports the business and retention efforts. This role is accountable for working directly with all sales leadership and employees (including but not limited to Sales Directors, Field Sales Managers, Business Development, and Territory Managers). The EJD Sr. HRBP will oversee all human resources practices and processes, specifically focusing on operations, strategic planning, and alignment with the sales department. He/she will provide proactive coaching, consultation, and direction to management in strategic and tactical staffing, performance management, salary administration, employee relations, policy administration, succession planning, retention, employee development, diversity, job offers, and overall organizational effectiveness. This role is pivotal in fostering a high-performance culture, ensuring the effective deployment of HR strategies, and supporting the sales team to achieve organizational and operational goals. What you will do Influence and Guidance Ensures alignment of HR processes with strategic and operating goals. Assists in driving company culture, built around our existing core values. Work closely with the sales department to understand their specific HR needs and challenges. Ensure alignment between HR policies and the sales department's objectives. Sales Support / Business Partner Relationships Provides tactical and strategic leadership by demonstrating an understanding of business trends and needs. Acts as a trusted advisor and HR subject matter expert with SVP, Sales Leadership, and manager in areas such as organization assessment, succession planning, organizational structure, and work force planning to strengthen overall organizational capability. Partners with sales leadership and HR Leadership to resolve employee relations (including investigations), provides coaching on performance management and advises on talent development Organizational Development Consult with direct manager on training and organizational development needs and then partner with the Organizational Development group to find solutions. Provide advice and support to the Sales Leadership team regarding their personal development and growth. Employee Relations/ Performance Management Provides proactive coaching, consultation, and direction to management in areas of staffing, employee relations, policy administration performance management and overall organizational effectiveness. Consults with management within the business and HR Director to propose courses of conduct for HR/employee relations issues, matters of corrective action, discrimination charges and other grievances. Provides proactive Human Resources advice to management as it relates to disciplinary development strategies and to minimize and prevent company liability and increase profitability. Guides managers in identifying, documenting, and communicating results regarding deficiencies in performance. Makes recommendations to managers to improve work relationships, enhance employee engagement and increase productivity and retention. Provides guidance to associates regarding employee relations matters. Functions as a mediator between associates and managers as needed. Continuously assess, anticipate and address HR / Employee Relations needs. Recruitment/Onboarding Assess recruiting and onboarding process, identify improvement opportunities and participate in / lead improvement initiatives. Training/Orientation Partner with Direct manager on creating training materials and conduct training for managers and supervisors related to HR practices - policy education, interviewing, corrective action, performance management, harassment prevention, and onboarding practices. Process Improvements Identifies, recommends, shares, and implements new approaches, policies, and procedures to effect continual improvements in efficiency of department and services performed. Develop and execute HR strategies aligned with the company's overall business objectives. Reporting and Trends Assist in evaluation of reports, decisions, and results of department in relation to established goals. Leverage a strategic mindset to anticipate HR trends and proactively address potential challenges. With the help of shared services, maintains compliance with federal and state regulations concerning employment. What you need to succeed Bachelor's Degree in HR or related field 5+ years in HR, with significant experience in strategic HR roles. Strategic mindset and innate ability to think holistically about EJD's business and HR needs. Comprehensive understanding of business strategy and market dynamics. Adaptable and driven by a "start-up" mentality. Excellent interpersonal, communications, research, negotiations, persuasion, analytical, problem-solving, resourcefulness, and influential development skills. Detail-orientated self-starter able to handle heavy, priority-shifting. Passionate, do what it takes attitude. Ability to multi-task and work well in a high-pressure environment. Goal-orientated and detail-orientated. Excellent communication skills, oral and written. Outstanding interpersonal skills, with the ability to create effective relationships throughout the organization with both rank & file and upper management. Successful and demonstrated HR generalist experience with a proven track record of increased responsibility. Strong project management skills. Consultation skills and conflict resolution skills. Travel to EJD Sales regions and bi-annual trade shows. Compensation Details: $80000 - $90000 per year Why should you join our team? We live our values - W.E.L.I.G.H.T (Winning, Excellence, Love, Integrity, Gratitude, Humility, and Teamwork). Gratitude. Humility. Love. You don't often see values like these in most corporate statements, but Emery Jensen is different. These things are important to us. They represent our commitment to the company, our employees, our retailers and our brand. In addition to providing our employees a great culture, Emery Jensen also offers competitive benefits that address life's necessities and perks, many of which expand and improve year after year, including: Incentive opportunities, based on role/grade level (rapid company growth over the past 2 years resulted in incentives being paid out above 116.96% of your target opportunity!) Generous 401(k) retirement savings plan with a fully vested matching contribution the first year, in addition to an annual discretionary contribution (once eligibility requirements have been met). Over the past five years, company contributions (matching, quarterly & discretionary) for fully eligible employees have averaged 6.6% of total compensation. Comprehensive health coverage (medical, dental, vision and disability - up to 26 weeks short-term disability and long-term disability) & life insurance benefits for you and your dependents 21 days of vacation immediately available (prorated in the first year) and up to 6 paid holidays depending on the month of hire Company Car, phone and fuel card are provided for field-based positions Your career at Emery Jensen is more than just a job. It's a chance to be part of something meaningful. We help locally-owned businesses thrive and make an impact in their communities - and we support our employees in doing the same by offering an annual Cares Week, 20 hours off work per year to volunteer at an organization of your choice, opportunities to help Children's Miracle Network Hospitals and the Ace Helpful Fund through the Ace Foundation Emery Jensen invests in every employee we hire, with a key focus on development and coaching. We offer on-site classes, facilitator-led courses, and a generous tuition assistance program, plus a performance management approach that goes beyond the typical annual review We know the work environment matters. That's why we hold frequent campus events like Employee Appreciation Week, vendor demos, cookouts, and merchandise sales We bring them to you! Services such as mobile spas, auto maintenance, car wash and detailing, dry cleaning, dentists, eye doctors, flu shots, recycling and more! Employee discounts on Ace merchandise (including top brands like Weber, Traeger, Yeti, Craftsman, DeWalt and more), travel, fitness, computers and thousands more Birth/Adoption bonding paid time off Adoption cost reimbursement Employee Assistance Program (EAP) - access to free visits to therapists and lawyers, guidance on financial matters, elder and childcare, and assistance with tickets to entertainment events Identity theft protection Benefits are provided in compliance with applicable policies. Want to be notified when new jobs are posted? Follow the link below to create an account and set up custom job alerts: Create Job Alert We want to hear from you! Emery Jensen delivers wholesale products and best-in-class service to independent retailers in the Pro Lumber Yards, Home Centers, Paint, Hardware Stores, Decorating Stores, and E-retailer space . click apply for full job details
Emery Jensen Distribution, LLC
Hempstead, New York
We are setting the bar and taking market share in the hard-lines industry - and we're looking for a proven sales leader to join our team. Do you have a track record of building top-performing teams? Are you ready to lead, coach, and grow the next generation of Territory Managers? Take the next step in your career and join a growing division of the largest hard-lines distributor in the industry! Emery Jensen, a subsidiary of Ace Hardware Corporation, sells and distributes hard-line products to independent Pro/Lumber, Paint, Hardware, and E-retailer customer segments. We're not just growing - we're redefining what growth looks like. Our team is currently looking for a Field Sales Manager (FSM) who will lead a high-performing sales team within a defined geographic region. The FSM is responsible for developing and executing sales strategies that drive profitable market share growth while aligning with company and region-specific goals. This is a dynamic role for a leader who thrives on results, accountability, and empowering others to win. What You'll Do Lead, coach, and develop a team of 6-10 Territory Managers and Retail Sales Specialists (RSS) to achieve and exceed sales targets. Deliver annual sales and profit objectives by developing a regional strategy that drives growth across all customer segments. Partner with Sales Directors, HR, and the Training Manager to ensure effective onboarding and continuous learning for your team. Leverage Salesforce CRM and performance data to forecast accurately, assess pipeline health, and lead quarterly business reviews that drive accountability and growth. Collaborate with Merchandising, Training, and other internal partners to identify key opportunities, streamline processes, and enhance customer satisfaction. Identify and address performance gaps through hands-on coaching, development, and mentorship. Recruit, hire, and develop top sales talent using company HR guidelines and best practices. Manage travel and operational expenses responsibly while maintaining a high standard of professionalism and efficiency. Represent Emery Jensen both professionally and ethically in all day-to-day interactions. Foster a winning culture - one where collaboration, integrity, and results drive every decision. What You Need to Succeed 5+ years of B2B sales management experience, including 1-2 years leading training or onboarding initiatives. Proven ability to motivate, coach, and develop high-performing sales teams. Strong business and financial acumen, with experience managing pricing, margins, and P&L impact. Strategic thinker who can translate big-picture goals into actionable sales plans. Collaborative leadership style with exceptional communication and influencing skills. Results-driven mindset with a passion for identifying opportunities and delivering solutions. Highly organized self-starter who thrives in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment. Proficiency in Salesforce CRM and Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint). Bachelor's degree preferred. Valid driver's license required. Up to 50% travel including overnights. Ability to sit in a car for long periods, stand, climb ladders, and lift up to 50 pounds. Compensation Details: $118000 - $130000 Why should you join our team? We live our values - W.E.L.I.G.H.T (Winning, Excellence, Love, Integrity, Gratitude, Humility, and Teamwork). Gratitude. Humility. Love. You don't often see values like these in most corporate statements, but Emery Jensen is different. These things are important to us. They represent our commitment to the company, our employees, our retailers and our brand. In addition to providing our employees a great culture, Emery Jensen also offers competitive benefits that address life's necessities and perks, many of which expand and improve year after year, including: Incentive opportunities, based on role/grade level (rapid company growth over the past 2 years resulted in incentives being paid out above 116.96% of your target opportunity!) Generous 401(k) retirement savings plan with a fully vested matching contribution the first year, in addition to an annual discretionary contribution (once eligibility requirements have been met). Over the past five years, company contributions (matching, quarterly & discretionary) for fully eligible employees have averaged 6.6% of total compensation. Comprehensive health coverage (medical, dental, vision and disability - up to 26 weeks short-term disability and long-term disability) & life insurance benefits for you and your dependents 21 days of vacation immediately available (prorated in the first year) and up to 6 paid holidays depending on the month of hire Company Car, phone and fuel card are provided for field-based positions Your career at Emery Jensen is more than just a job. It's a chance to be part of something meaningful. We help locally-owned businesses thrive and make an impact in their communities - and we support our employees in doing the same by offering an annual Cares Week, 20 hours off work per year to volunteer at an organization of your choice, opportunities to help Children's Miracle Network Hospitals and the Ace Helpful Fund through the Ace Foundation Emery Jensen invests in every employee we hire, with a key focus on development and coaching. We offer on-site classes, facilitator-led courses, and a generous tuition assistance program, plus a performance management approach that goes beyond the typical annual review We know the work environment matters. That's why we hold frequent campus events like Employee Appreciation Week, vendor demos, cookouts, and merchandise sales We bring them to you! Services such as mobile spas, auto maintenance, car wash and detailing, dry cleaning, dentists, eye doctors, flu shots, recycling and more! Employee discounts on Ace merchandise (including top brands like Weber, Traeger, Yeti, Craftsman, DeWalt and more), travel, fitness, computers and thousands more Birth/Adoption bonding paid time off Adoption cost reimbursement Employee Assistance Program (EAP) - access to free visits to therapists and lawyers, guidance on financial matters, elder and childcare, and assistance with tickets to entertainment events Identity theft protection Benefits are provided in compliance with applicable policies. Want to be notified when new jobs are posted? Follow the link below to create an account and set up custom job alerts: Create Job Alert We want to hear from you! Emery Jensen delivers wholesale products and best-in-class service to independent retailers in the Pro Lumber Yards, Home Centers, Paint, Hardware Stores, Decorating Stores, and E-retailer space. Our goal is to support sustainable and profitable growth for our customers by offering the broadest assortments, best pricing, and most knowledgeable team. We have national scale, a regional focus and the commitment to serve our customers and support each other. Come find out why a career with Emery Jensen is right for you. Equal Opportunity Employer Emery Jensen is committed to a policy of promoting equal employment opportunities. The company recognizes the importance of diversity and leveraging the skills and talents of all people to the mutual advantage of each individual and the organization. The company is committed to the prevention of employment discrimination related to race, religion, color, sex (including sexual harassment), gender identity, national origin, age, marital status, disability and military or veteran status, sexual orientation or any other action covered by federal or applicable state/local laws. Disclaimer The pay range for this position starts as listed in the job posting, but could be higher based on education and experience. Please note, compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each opening. We take into consideration the minimum requirements outlined in the job description, such as an individual's education, training and experience, the position's work location, required travel (if any), and external market conditions when determining the final salary for potential new hires. Be aware that salary estimates published via alternate online job boards may not be a true representation of the actual pay range offered for this position. Please refer to the Emery Jensen Distribution position description for the accurate starting pay range information and feel free to discuss this with a Talent Acquisition professional if you are chosen to move forward with an interview. This written "Position Description" is not intended to cover all aspects of the position listed. It is meant to cover the basic/general essential job functions of a particular position. Emery Jensen Distribution reserves the right to change job duties, including essential job functions, according to business necessity. It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.
04/22/2026
Full time
We are setting the bar and taking market share in the hard-lines industry - and we're looking for a proven sales leader to join our team. Do you have a track record of building top-performing teams? Are you ready to lead, coach, and grow the next generation of Territory Managers? Take the next step in your career and join a growing division of the largest hard-lines distributor in the industry! Emery Jensen, a subsidiary of Ace Hardware Corporation, sells and distributes hard-line products to independent Pro/Lumber, Paint, Hardware, and E-retailer customer segments. We're not just growing - we're redefining what growth looks like. Our team is currently looking for a Field Sales Manager (FSM) who will lead a high-performing sales team within a defined geographic region. The FSM is responsible for developing and executing sales strategies that drive profitable market share growth while aligning with company and region-specific goals. This is a dynamic role for a leader who thrives on results, accountability, and empowering others to win. What You'll Do Lead, coach, and develop a team of 6-10 Territory Managers and Retail Sales Specialists (RSS) to achieve and exceed sales targets. Deliver annual sales and profit objectives by developing a regional strategy that drives growth across all customer segments. Partner with Sales Directors, HR, and the Training Manager to ensure effective onboarding and continuous learning for your team. Leverage Salesforce CRM and performance data to forecast accurately, assess pipeline health, and lead quarterly business reviews that drive accountability and growth. Collaborate with Merchandising, Training, and other internal partners to identify key opportunities, streamline processes, and enhance customer satisfaction. Identify and address performance gaps through hands-on coaching, development, and mentorship. Recruit, hire, and develop top sales talent using company HR guidelines and best practices. Manage travel and operational expenses responsibly while maintaining a high standard of professionalism and efficiency. Represent Emery Jensen both professionally and ethically in all day-to-day interactions. Foster a winning culture - one where collaboration, integrity, and results drive every decision. What You Need to Succeed 5+ years of B2B sales management experience, including 1-2 years leading training or onboarding initiatives. Proven ability to motivate, coach, and develop high-performing sales teams. Strong business and financial acumen, with experience managing pricing, margins, and P&L impact. Strategic thinker who can translate big-picture goals into actionable sales plans. Collaborative leadership style with exceptional communication and influencing skills. Results-driven mindset with a passion for identifying opportunities and delivering solutions. Highly organized self-starter who thrives in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment. Proficiency in Salesforce CRM and Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint). Bachelor's degree preferred. Valid driver's license required. Up to 50% travel including overnights. Ability to sit in a car for long periods, stand, climb ladders, and lift up to 50 pounds. Compensation Details: $118000 - $130000 Why should you join our team? We live our values - W.E.L.I.G.H.T (Winning, Excellence, Love, Integrity, Gratitude, Humility, and Teamwork). Gratitude. Humility. Love. You don't often see values like these in most corporate statements, but Emery Jensen is different. These things are important to us. They represent our commitment to the company, our employees, our retailers and our brand. In addition to providing our employees a great culture, Emery Jensen also offers competitive benefits that address life's necessities and perks, many of which expand and improve year after year, including: Incentive opportunities, based on role/grade level (rapid company growth over the past 2 years resulted in incentives being paid out above 116.96% of your target opportunity!) Generous 401(k) retirement savings plan with a fully vested matching contribution the first year, in addition to an annual discretionary contribution (once eligibility requirements have been met). Over the past five years, company contributions (matching, quarterly & discretionary) for fully eligible employees have averaged 6.6% of total compensation. Comprehensive health coverage (medical, dental, vision and disability - up to 26 weeks short-term disability and long-term disability) & life insurance benefits for you and your dependents 21 days of vacation immediately available (prorated in the first year) and up to 6 paid holidays depending on the month of hire Company Car, phone and fuel card are provided for field-based positions Your career at Emery Jensen is more than just a job. It's a chance to be part of something meaningful. We help locally-owned businesses thrive and make an impact in their communities - and we support our employees in doing the same by offering an annual Cares Week, 20 hours off work per year to volunteer at an organization of your choice, opportunities to help Children's Miracle Network Hospitals and the Ace Helpful Fund through the Ace Foundation Emery Jensen invests in every employee we hire, with a key focus on development and coaching. We offer on-site classes, facilitator-led courses, and a generous tuition assistance program, plus a performance management approach that goes beyond the typical annual review We know the work environment matters. That's why we hold frequent campus events like Employee Appreciation Week, vendor demos, cookouts, and merchandise sales We bring them to you! Services such as mobile spas, auto maintenance, car wash and detailing, dry cleaning, dentists, eye doctors, flu shots, recycling and more! Employee discounts on Ace merchandise (including top brands like Weber, Traeger, Yeti, Craftsman, DeWalt and more), travel, fitness, computers and thousands more Birth/Adoption bonding paid time off Adoption cost reimbursement Employee Assistance Program (EAP) - access to free visits to therapists and lawyers, guidance on financial matters, elder and childcare, and assistance with tickets to entertainment events Identity theft protection Benefits are provided in compliance with applicable policies. Want to be notified when new jobs are posted? Follow the link below to create an account and set up custom job alerts: Create Job Alert We want to hear from you! Emery Jensen delivers wholesale products and best-in-class service to independent retailers in the Pro Lumber Yards, Home Centers, Paint, Hardware Stores, Decorating Stores, and E-retailer space. Our goal is to support sustainable and profitable growth for our customers by offering the broadest assortments, best pricing, and most knowledgeable team. We have national scale, a regional focus and the commitment to serve our customers and support each other. Come find out why a career with Emery Jensen is right for you. Equal Opportunity Employer Emery Jensen is committed to a policy of promoting equal employment opportunities. The company recognizes the importance of diversity and leveraging the skills and talents of all people to the mutual advantage of each individual and the organization. The company is committed to the prevention of employment discrimination related to race, religion, color, sex (including sexual harassment), gender identity, national origin, age, marital status, disability and military or veteran status, sexual orientation or any other action covered by federal or applicable state/local laws. Disclaimer The pay range for this position starts as listed in the job posting, but could be higher based on education and experience. Please note, compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each opening. We take into consideration the minimum requirements outlined in the job description, such as an individual's education, training and experience, the position's work location, required travel (if any), and external market conditions when determining the final salary for potential new hires. Be aware that salary estimates published via alternate online job boards may not be a true representation of the actual pay range offered for this position. Please refer to the Emery Jensen Distribution position description for the accurate starting pay range information and feel free to discuss this with a Talent Acquisition professional if you are chosen to move forward with an interview. This written "Position Description" is not intended to cover all aspects of the position listed. It is meant to cover the basic/general essential job functions of a particular position. Emery Jensen Distribution reserves the right to change job duties, including essential job functions, according to business necessity. It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.
Build the future of independent retail. As a Business Development Manager at Emery Jensen, you'll play a critical role in expanding our footprint across the Northeast by winning and converting high value Pro Lumber, Paint, and Hardware customers. This is a true hunter role for a relationship driven sales professional who thrives on opening doors, closing full conversions, and building long term, profitable partnerships. You'll focus on full conversion opportunities, positioning Emery Jensen as the primary distributor and shaping the customer's long term success from day one. We currently have (1) opening and ideally, we are targeting candidates who live in close proximity to Portland, ME; Boston, MA; Albany, NY; Providence, RI; or Hartford, CT. The Job As a Business Development Manager (BDM), you will be responsible for finding and signing new high-value customers for Emery Jensen across our key customer channels. This position identifies prospects, develops a pipeline, determines the needs of specific prospects and shares the Emery Jensen value proposition to meet those needs. The Business Development Manager is an ambassador for Emery Jensen, developing relationships with industry organizations, vendor partners, and prospective customers. This position will also work closely with the Emery Jensen sales team, helping new customers transition to their Territory Managers during the early months after signing customers. What you will do The BDM will have responsibilities for the account throughout the full 12-month sales cycle and will need to communicate effectively with the local Territory Manager to ensure the growth of the account to its full potential over this period. The focus of the BDM will be on full-conversion opportunities in which Emery-Jensen will become the primary distributor of hardware, paint and/or fastener products to the prospective retailer. Increase top-line sales for Emery Jensen but will also be required to target prospective customers and develop a sales approach with company profitability in mind as well. Understanding the return on investment, customer life time value and the basic fundamentals of Emery Jensen's financial model will be critical in successfully targeting and signing new business. Demonstrate a basic understanding of the 'levers' that create a profitable customer relationship and develop sales approach around optimizing these 'levers'. Actively research, pursue and open prospective customers within defined sales channels by clearly articulating and executing on the Emery Jensen value proposition. Maintain a weekly prospect pipeline with measurable results. Present Pre/Post Call plan showing measurable and manageable improvement towards conversion of customer. Pre-Call: Decision Maker, Business focus, competition, what needs to be accomplished. Post-Call: Opportunity, plan for solution, ROI on customer conversion, customer life time value. Utilize Emery Jensen marketing and merchandising material/initiatives to strategically present solutions to prospective customers. Participate in national industry organizations; NRLA, NLBMDA, etc.; attend industry events (shows, roundtables, etc.) with an established approach/communication plan aimed at signing prospective customers; proactive build relationships with field sales teams from national partners: LMC, LBMA, Ben Moore. Actively communicate with Territory Managers and develop a plan for transition of newly opened accounts over to appropriate Territory Manager. Manage expenses relating to travel, meetings, membership to organizations and conversion resources in accordance with overall expense budgets set by Emery Jensen. Attend industry trade shows with a 'show plan' to further business development efforts. What success looks like in this role: A healthy pipeline of conversion-ready prospects Consistent signing of profitable, long-term customers Strong early-stage customer performance post-conversion Trusted relationships across retailers, vendors, and industry partners What you need to succeed College degree or equivalent required. Minimum of 3 years in new business development or territory manager position. Comfortability with cold calling and a track record for success. Knowledge/experience in the hard-lines industry preferred. Existing book of business highly preferred. Intermediate experience with Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, Business Intelligence system, CRM tools 60%-75% travel, including overnight travel, customer visits, and industry events across the assigned geography. Compensation Details: $100000.00 - $120000.00 Why should you join our team? We live our values - W.E.L.I.G.H.T (Winning, Excellence, Love, Integrity, Gratitude, Humility, and Teamwork). Gratitude. Humility. Love. You don't often see values like these in most corporate statements, but Emery Jensen is different. These things are important to us. They represent our commitment to the company, our employees, our retailers and our brand. In addition to providing our employees a great culture, Emery Jensen also offers competitive benefits that address life's necessities and perks, many of which expand and improve year after year, including: Incentive opportunities, based on role/grade level (rapid company growth over the past 2 years resulted in incentives being paid out above 116.96% of your target opportunity!) Generous 401(k) retirement savings plan with a fully vested matching contribution the first year, in addition to an annual discretionary contribution (once eligibility requirements have been met). Over the past five years, company contributions (matching, quarterly & discretionary) for fully eligible employees have averaged 6.6% of total compensation. Comprehensive health coverage (medical, dental, vision and disability - up to 26 weeks short-term disability and long-term disability) & life insurance benefits for you and your dependents 21 days of vacation immediately available (prorated in the first year) and up to 6 paid holidays depending on the month of hire Company Car, phone and fuel card are provided for field-based positions Your career at Emery Jensen is more than just a job. It's a chance to be part of something meaningful. We help locally-owned businesses thrive and make an impact in their communities - and we support our employees in doing the same by offering an annual Cares Week, 20 hours off work per year to volunteer at an organization of your choice, opportunities to help Children's Miracle Network Hospitals and the Ace Helpful Fund through the Ace Foundation Emery Jensen invests in every employee we hire, with a key focus on development and coaching. We offer on-site classes, facilitator-led courses, and a generous tuition assistance program, plus a performance management approach that goes beyond the typical annual review We know the work environment matters. That's why we hold frequent campus events like Employee Appreciation Week, vendor demos, cookouts, and merchandise sales We bring them to you! Services such as mobile spas, auto maintenance, car wash and detailing, dry cleaning, dentists, eye doctors, flu shots, recycling and more! Employee discounts on Ace merchandise (including top brands like Weber, Traeger, Yeti, Craftsman, DeWalt and more), travel, fitness, computers and thousands more Birth/Adoption bonding paid time off Adoption cost reimbursement Employee Assistance Program (EAP) - access to free visits to therapists and lawyers, guidance on financial matters, elder and childcare, and assistance with tickets to entertainment events Identity theft protection Benefits are provided in compliance with applicable policies. Want to be notified when new jobs are posted? Follow the link below to create an account and set up custom job alerts: Create Job Alert We want to hear from you! Emery Jensen delivers wholesale products and best-in-class service to independent retailers in the Pro Lumber Yards, Home Centers, Paint, Hardware Stores, Decorating Stores, and E-retailer space. Our goal is to support sustainable and profitable growth for our customers by offering the broadest assortments, best pricing, and most knowledgeable team. We have national scale, a regional focus and the commitment to serve our customers and support each other. Come find out why a career with Emery Jensen is right for you. Equal Opportunity Employer Emery Jensen is committed to a policy of promoting equal employment opportunities. The company recognizes the importance of diversity and leveraging the skills and talents of all people to the mutual advantage of each individual and the organization. The company is committed to the prevention of employment discrimination related to race, religion, color, sex (including sexual harassment), gender identity, national origin, age, marital status, disability and military or veteran status, sexual orientation or any other action covered by federal or applicable state/local laws. Disclaimer The pay range for this position starts as listed in the job posting, but could be higher based on education and experience. Please note, compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each opening. We take into consideration the minimum requirements outlined in the job description . click apply for full job details
04/21/2026
Full time
Build the future of independent retail. As a Business Development Manager at Emery Jensen, you'll play a critical role in expanding our footprint across the Northeast by winning and converting high value Pro Lumber, Paint, and Hardware customers. This is a true hunter role for a relationship driven sales professional who thrives on opening doors, closing full conversions, and building long term, profitable partnerships. You'll focus on full conversion opportunities, positioning Emery Jensen as the primary distributor and shaping the customer's long term success from day one. We currently have (1) opening and ideally, we are targeting candidates who live in close proximity to Portland, ME; Boston, MA; Albany, NY; Providence, RI; or Hartford, CT. The Job As a Business Development Manager (BDM), you will be responsible for finding and signing new high-value customers for Emery Jensen across our key customer channels. This position identifies prospects, develops a pipeline, determines the needs of specific prospects and shares the Emery Jensen value proposition to meet those needs. The Business Development Manager is an ambassador for Emery Jensen, developing relationships with industry organizations, vendor partners, and prospective customers. This position will also work closely with the Emery Jensen sales team, helping new customers transition to their Territory Managers during the early months after signing customers. What you will do The BDM will have responsibilities for the account throughout the full 12-month sales cycle and will need to communicate effectively with the local Territory Manager to ensure the growth of the account to its full potential over this period. The focus of the BDM will be on full-conversion opportunities in which Emery-Jensen will become the primary distributor of hardware, paint and/or fastener products to the prospective retailer. Increase top-line sales for Emery Jensen but will also be required to target prospective customers and develop a sales approach with company profitability in mind as well. Understanding the return on investment, customer life time value and the basic fundamentals of Emery Jensen's financial model will be critical in successfully targeting and signing new business. Demonstrate a basic understanding of the 'levers' that create a profitable customer relationship and develop sales approach around optimizing these 'levers'. Actively research, pursue and open prospective customers within defined sales channels by clearly articulating and executing on the Emery Jensen value proposition. Maintain a weekly prospect pipeline with measurable results. Present Pre/Post Call plan showing measurable and manageable improvement towards conversion of customer. Pre-Call: Decision Maker, Business focus, competition, what needs to be accomplished. Post-Call: Opportunity, plan for solution, ROI on customer conversion, customer life time value. Utilize Emery Jensen marketing and merchandising material/initiatives to strategically present solutions to prospective customers. Participate in national industry organizations; NRLA, NLBMDA, etc.; attend industry events (shows, roundtables, etc.) with an established approach/communication plan aimed at signing prospective customers; proactive build relationships with field sales teams from national partners: LMC, LBMA, Ben Moore. Actively communicate with Territory Managers and develop a plan for transition of newly opened accounts over to appropriate Territory Manager. Manage expenses relating to travel, meetings, membership to organizations and conversion resources in accordance with overall expense budgets set by Emery Jensen. Attend industry trade shows with a 'show plan' to further business development efforts. What success looks like in this role: A healthy pipeline of conversion-ready prospects Consistent signing of profitable, long-term customers Strong early-stage customer performance post-conversion Trusted relationships across retailers, vendors, and industry partners What you need to succeed College degree or equivalent required. Minimum of 3 years in new business development or territory manager position. Comfortability with cold calling and a track record for success. Knowledge/experience in the hard-lines industry preferred. Existing book of business highly preferred. Intermediate experience with Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, Business Intelligence system, CRM tools 60%-75% travel, including overnight travel, customer visits, and industry events across the assigned geography. Compensation Details: $100000.00 - $120000.00 Why should you join our team? We live our values - W.E.L.I.G.H.T (Winning, Excellence, Love, Integrity, Gratitude, Humility, and Teamwork). Gratitude. Humility. Love. You don't often see values like these in most corporate statements, but Emery Jensen is different. These things are important to us. They represent our commitment to the company, our employees, our retailers and our brand. In addition to providing our employees a great culture, Emery Jensen also offers competitive benefits that address life's necessities and perks, many of which expand and improve year after year, including: Incentive opportunities, based on role/grade level (rapid company growth over the past 2 years resulted in incentives being paid out above 116.96% of your target opportunity!) Generous 401(k) retirement savings plan with a fully vested matching contribution the first year, in addition to an annual discretionary contribution (once eligibility requirements have been met). Over the past five years, company contributions (matching, quarterly & discretionary) for fully eligible employees have averaged 6.6% of total compensation. Comprehensive health coverage (medical, dental, vision and disability - up to 26 weeks short-term disability and long-term disability) & life insurance benefits for you and your dependents 21 days of vacation immediately available (prorated in the first year) and up to 6 paid holidays depending on the month of hire Company Car, phone and fuel card are provided for field-based positions Your career at Emery Jensen is more than just a job. It's a chance to be part of something meaningful. We help locally-owned businesses thrive and make an impact in their communities - and we support our employees in doing the same by offering an annual Cares Week, 20 hours off work per year to volunteer at an organization of your choice, opportunities to help Children's Miracle Network Hospitals and the Ace Helpful Fund through the Ace Foundation Emery Jensen invests in every employee we hire, with a key focus on development and coaching. We offer on-site classes, facilitator-led courses, and a generous tuition assistance program, plus a performance management approach that goes beyond the typical annual review We know the work environment matters. That's why we hold frequent campus events like Employee Appreciation Week, vendor demos, cookouts, and merchandise sales We bring them to you! Services such as mobile spas, auto maintenance, car wash and detailing, dry cleaning, dentists, eye doctors, flu shots, recycling and more! Employee discounts on Ace merchandise (including top brands like Weber, Traeger, Yeti, Craftsman, DeWalt and more), travel, fitness, computers and thousands more Birth/Adoption bonding paid time off Adoption cost reimbursement Employee Assistance Program (EAP) - access to free visits to therapists and lawyers, guidance on financial matters, elder and childcare, and assistance with tickets to entertainment events Identity theft protection Benefits are provided in compliance with applicable policies. Want to be notified when new jobs are posted? Follow the link below to create an account and set up custom job alerts: Create Job Alert We want to hear from you! Emery Jensen delivers wholesale products and best-in-class service to independent retailers in the Pro Lumber Yards, Home Centers, Paint, Hardware Stores, Decorating Stores, and E-retailer space. Our goal is to support sustainable and profitable growth for our customers by offering the broadest assortments, best pricing, and most knowledgeable team. We have national scale, a regional focus and the commitment to serve our customers and support each other. Come find out why a career with Emery Jensen is right for you. Equal Opportunity Employer Emery Jensen is committed to a policy of promoting equal employment opportunities. The company recognizes the importance of diversity and leveraging the skills and talents of all people to the mutual advantage of each individual and the organization. The company is committed to the prevention of employment discrimination related to race, religion, color, sex (including sexual harassment), gender identity, national origin, age, marital status, disability and military or veteran status, sexual orientation or any other action covered by federal or applicable state/local laws. Disclaimer The pay range for this position starts as listed in the job posting, but could be higher based on education and experience. Please note, compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each opening. We take into consideration the minimum requirements outlined in the job description . click apply for full job details
Emery Jensen Distribution, LLC
Matthews, North Carolina
Top Talent Wanted! Calling all top performers in the Western SC or Eastern NC to cover the Coastal area. We are setting the bar and taking market share in the hard-lines industry. We are looking for a top performer to join our team. Do you have a proven track record of performance? Are you driven to succeed and ready to join a growing division of the largest hard-lines distributor in the industry? Take the next step in your career and join our winning team! Emery Jensen is a business unit of Ace Hardware Corporation that sells and distributes hard-line products to independent Pro/Lumber, Paint, Hardware, and E-retailer customer segments. Our team is currently looking for a Territory Manager who will be responsible for growing profitable sales with current and new Emery Jensen customers in the Western SC or Eastern NC to cover the Coastal area. We are seeking a motivated Territory Manager with a desire to grow into a leadership position and guide a team to success. The Territory Manager is focused on growing sales through weekly warehouse orders, convention sales opportunities, drop-ship programs, and other promotional programs. They will analyze each retailer and develop specific sales strategies and solutions based on customer needs, while meeting Emery Jensen objectives. The Territory Manager manages the customer relationships and will be the liaison between the customer and Emery Jensen. As necessary, the Territory Manager may be required to attend industry related trade shows, such as, but not limited to, The National Hardware Show, The IGC Show and other industry related events. What you'll do Deliver annual sales and profit objectives by developing a strategic sales plan that engages retailers and will increase the Emery Jensen customer base within a defined geographic territory Represent Emery Jensen both professionally and ethically in all day to day activities Develop and foster strong business relationships with key decision makers to grow the overall Emery Jensen business Organize and prioritize weekly customer sales routes and calls to meet Emery Jensen goals and objectives by utilizing Salesforce and PowerBi. Effectively communicate with the Emery Jensen Leadership Team with both successes as well as challenges to gain insight and support in achieving Emery Jensen goals and objectives Effectively communicate with the internal Sales Support Team, the Care Center and other internal business partners to resolve customer issues and questions in a timely manner Collaborate and communicate with Emery Jensen team members to share ideas and sales successes to help in achieving goals and objectives Displays sound judgement in relation to expenses (travel and entertainment, cars, etc.) What you need to succeed Motivated self starter and results-oriented individual focused on solutions based on customers' needs Eager to take the next step into people leadership; not just ready, but hungry for growth 5 years of Business to Business sales experience preferred Hardware sales experience a plus Excellent listening and negotiating skills Excellent Time Management Skills Excellent verbal and written communication skills Strong strategic thinking abilities with an emphasis on developing a sales growth plan and the ability to ensure implementation Proven ability to manage multiple projects and opportunities Proficiency in Microsoft Office programs, specifically Word, Excel and PowerPoint Extensive travel required including overnight travel Valid driver's license required BA/BS degree or equivalent preferred Ability to sit in a car for a long duration, stand, climb a ladder and lift at least 50 pounds Road warrior (at minimum 3 days per week by plane or car) Preferred residence near Western SC or Eastern NC to cover the Coastal area. Compensation Details: $80000-90000 Why should you join our team? We live our values - W.E.L.I.G.H.T (Winning, Excellence, Love, Integrity, Gratitude, Humility, and Teamwork). Gratitude. Humility. Love. You don't often see values like these in most corporate statements, but Emery Jensen is different. These things are important to us. They represent our commitment to the company, our employees, our retailers and our brand. In addition to providing our employees a great culture, Emery Jensen also offers competitive benefits that address life's necessities and perks, many of which expand and improve year after year, including: Incentive opportunities, based on role/grade level (rapid company growth over the past 2 years resulted in incentives being paid out above 116.96% of your target opportunity!) Generous 401(k) retirement savings plan with a fully vested matching contribution the first year, in addition to an annual discretionary contribution (once eligibility requirements have been met). Over the past five years, company contributions (matching, quarterly & discretionary) for fully eligible employees have averaged 6.6% of total compensation. Comprehensive health coverage (medical, dental, vision and disability - up to 26 weeks short-term disability and long-term disability) & life insurance benefits for you and your dependents 21 days of vacation immediately available (prorated in the first year) and up to 6 paid holidays depending on the month of hire Company Car, phone and fuel card are provided for field-based positions Your career at Emery Jensen is more than just a job. It's a chance to be part of something meaningful. We help locally-owned businesses thrive and make an impact in their communities - and we support our employees in doing the same by offering an annual Cares Week, 20 hours off work per year to volunteer at an organization of your choice, opportunities to help Children's Miracle Network Hospitals and the Ace Helpful Fund through the Ace Foundation Emery Jensen invests in every employee we hire, with a key focus on development and coaching. We offer on-site classes, facilitator-led courses, and a generous tuition assistance program, plus a performance management approach that goes beyond the typical annual review We know the work environment matters. That's why we hold frequent campus events like Employee Appreciation Week, vendor demos, cookouts, and merchandise sales We bring them to you! Services such as mobile spas, auto maintenance, car wash and detailing, dry cleaning, dentists, eye doctors, flu shots, recycling and more! Employee discounts on Ace merchandise (including top brands like Weber, Traeger, Yeti, Craftsman, DeWalt and more), travel, fitness, computers and thousands more Birth/Adoption bonding paid time off Adoption cost reimbursement Employee Assistance Program (EAP) - access to free visits to therapists and lawyers, guidance on financial matters, elder and childcare, and assistance with tickets to entertainment events Identity theft protection Benefits are provided in compliance with applicable policies. Want to be notified when new jobs are posted? Follow the link below to create an account and set up custom job alerts: Create Job Alert We want to hear from you! Emery Jensen delivers wholesale products and best-in-class service to independent retailers in the Pro Lumber Yards, Home Centers, Paint, Hardware Stores, Decorating Stores, and E-retailer space. Our goal is to support sustainable and profitable growth for our customers by offering the broadest assortments, best pricing, and most knowledgeable team. We have national scale, a regional focus and the commitment to serve our customers and support each other. Come find out why a career with Emery Jensen is right for you. Equal Opportunity Employer Emery Jensen is committed to a policy of promoting equal employment opportunities. The company recognizes the importance of diversity and leveraging the skills and talents of all people to the mutual advantage of each individual and the organization. The company is committed to the prevention of employment discrimination related to race, religion, color, sex (including sexual harassment), gender identity, national origin, age, marital status, disability and military or veteran status, sexual orientation or any other action covered by federal or applicable state/local laws. Disclaimer The pay range for this position starts as listed in the job posting, but could be higher based on education and experience. Please note, compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each opening. We take into consideration the minimum requirements outlined in the job description, such as an individual's education, training and experience, the position's work location, required travel (if any), and external market conditions when determining the final salary for potential new hires. Be aware that salary estimates published via alternate online job boards may not be a true representation of the actual pay range offered for this position. Please refer to the Emery Jensen Distribution position description for the accurate starting pay range information and feel free to discuss this with a Talent Acquisition professional if you are chosen to move forward with an interview. This written "Position Description" is not intended to cover all aspects of the position listed. It is meant to cover the basic/general essential job functions of a particular position . click apply for full job details
04/20/2026
Full time
Top Talent Wanted! Calling all top performers in the Western SC or Eastern NC to cover the Coastal area. We are setting the bar and taking market share in the hard-lines industry. We are looking for a top performer to join our team. Do you have a proven track record of performance? Are you driven to succeed and ready to join a growing division of the largest hard-lines distributor in the industry? Take the next step in your career and join our winning team! Emery Jensen is a business unit of Ace Hardware Corporation that sells and distributes hard-line products to independent Pro/Lumber, Paint, Hardware, and E-retailer customer segments. Our team is currently looking for a Territory Manager who will be responsible for growing profitable sales with current and new Emery Jensen customers in the Western SC or Eastern NC to cover the Coastal area. We are seeking a motivated Territory Manager with a desire to grow into a leadership position and guide a team to success. The Territory Manager is focused on growing sales through weekly warehouse orders, convention sales opportunities, drop-ship programs, and other promotional programs. They will analyze each retailer and develop specific sales strategies and solutions based on customer needs, while meeting Emery Jensen objectives. The Territory Manager manages the customer relationships and will be the liaison between the customer and Emery Jensen. As necessary, the Territory Manager may be required to attend industry related trade shows, such as, but not limited to, The National Hardware Show, The IGC Show and other industry related events. What you'll do Deliver annual sales and profit objectives by developing a strategic sales plan that engages retailers and will increase the Emery Jensen customer base within a defined geographic territory Represent Emery Jensen both professionally and ethically in all day to day activities Develop and foster strong business relationships with key decision makers to grow the overall Emery Jensen business Organize and prioritize weekly customer sales routes and calls to meet Emery Jensen goals and objectives by utilizing Salesforce and PowerBi. Effectively communicate with the Emery Jensen Leadership Team with both successes as well as challenges to gain insight and support in achieving Emery Jensen goals and objectives Effectively communicate with the internal Sales Support Team, the Care Center and other internal business partners to resolve customer issues and questions in a timely manner Collaborate and communicate with Emery Jensen team members to share ideas and sales successes to help in achieving goals and objectives Displays sound judgement in relation to expenses (travel and entertainment, cars, etc.) What you need to succeed Motivated self starter and results-oriented individual focused on solutions based on customers' needs Eager to take the next step into people leadership; not just ready, but hungry for growth 5 years of Business to Business sales experience preferred Hardware sales experience a plus Excellent listening and negotiating skills Excellent Time Management Skills Excellent verbal and written communication skills Strong strategic thinking abilities with an emphasis on developing a sales growth plan and the ability to ensure implementation Proven ability to manage multiple projects and opportunities Proficiency in Microsoft Office programs, specifically Word, Excel and PowerPoint Extensive travel required including overnight travel Valid driver's license required BA/BS degree or equivalent preferred Ability to sit in a car for a long duration, stand, climb a ladder and lift at least 50 pounds Road warrior (at minimum 3 days per week by plane or car) Preferred residence near Western SC or Eastern NC to cover the Coastal area. Compensation Details: $80000-90000 Why should you join our team? We live our values - W.E.L.I.G.H.T (Winning, Excellence, Love, Integrity, Gratitude, Humility, and Teamwork). Gratitude. Humility. Love. You don't often see values like these in most corporate statements, but Emery Jensen is different. These things are important to us. They represent our commitment to the company, our employees, our retailers and our brand. In addition to providing our employees a great culture, Emery Jensen also offers competitive benefits that address life's necessities and perks, many of which expand and improve year after year, including: Incentive opportunities, based on role/grade level (rapid company growth over the past 2 years resulted in incentives being paid out above 116.96% of your target opportunity!) Generous 401(k) retirement savings plan with a fully vested matching contribution the first year, in addition to an annual discretionary contribution (once eligibility requirements have been met). Over the past five years, company contributions (matching, quarterly & discretionary) for fully eligible employees have averaged 6.6% of total compensation. Comprehensive health coverage (medical, dental, vision and disability - up to 26 weeks short-term disability and long-term disability) & life insurance benefits for you and your dependents 21 days of vacation immediately available (prorated in the first year) and up to 6 paid holidays depending on the month of hire Company Car, phone and fuel card are provided for field-based positions Your career at Emery Jensen is more than just a job. It's a chance to be part of something meaningful. We help locally-owned businesses thrive and make an impact in their communities - and we support our employees in doing the same by offering an annual Cares Week, 20 hours off work per year to volunteer at an organization of your choice, opportunities to help Children's Miracle Network Hospitals and the Ace Helpful Fund through the Ace Foundation Emery Jensen invests in every employee we hire, with a key focus on development and coaching. We offer on-site classes, facilitator-led courses, and a generous tuition assistance program, plus a performance management approach that goes beyond the typical annual review We know the work environment matters. That's why we hold frequent campus events like Employee Appreciation Week, vendor demos, cookouts, and merchandise sales We bring them to you! Services such as mobile spas, auto maintenance, car wash and detailing, dry cleaning, dentists, eye doctors, flu shots, recycling and more! Employee discounts on Ace merchandise (including top brands like Weber, Traeger, Yeti, Craftsman, DeWalt and more), travel, fitness, computers and thousands more Birth/Adoption bonding paid time off Adoption cost reimbursement Employee Assistance Program (EAP) - access to free visits to therapists and lawyers, guidance on financial matters, elder and childcare, and assistance with tickets to entertainment events Identity theft protection Benefits are provided in compliance with applicable policies. Want to be notified when new jobs are posted? Follow the link below to create an account and set up custom job alerts: Create Job Alert We want to hear from you! Emery Jensen delivers wholesale products and best-in-class service to independent retailers in the Pro Lumber Yards, Home Centers, Paint, Hardware Stores, Decorating Stores, and E-retailer space. Our goal is to support sustainable and profitable growth for our customers by offering the broadest assortments, best pricing, and most knowledgeable team. We have national scale, a regional focus and the commitment to serve our customers and support each other. Come find out why a career with Emery Jensen is right for you. Equal Opportunity Employer Emery Jensen is committed to a policy of promoting equal employment opportunities. The company recognizes the importance of diversity and leveraging the skills and talents of all people to the mutual advantage of each individual and the organization. The company is committed to the prevention of employment discrimination related to race, religion, color, sex (including sexual harassment), gender identity, national origin, age, marital status, disability and military or veteran status, sexual orientation or any other action covered by federal or applicable state/local laws. Disclaimer The pay range for this position starts as listed in the job posting, but could be higher based on education and experience. Please note, compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each opening. We take into consideration the minimum requirements outlined in the job description, such as an individual's education, training and experience, the position's work location, required travel (if any), and external market conditions when determining the final salary for potential new hires. Be aware that salary estimates published via alternate online job boards may not be a true representation of the actual pay range offered for this position. Please refer to the Emery Jensen Distribution position description for the accurate starting pay range information and feel free to discuss this with a Talent Acquisition professional if you are chosen to move forward with an interview. This written "Position Description" is not intended to cover all aspects of the position listed. It is meant to cover the basic/general essential job functions of a particular position . click apply for full job details
Emery Jensen Distribution, LLC
Castle Rock, Colorado
Build the future of independent retail. As a Business Development Manager at Emery Jensen, you'll play a critical role in expanding our footprint across the Northeast by winning and converting high value Pro Lumber, Paint, and Hardware customers. This is a true hunter role for a relationship driven sales professional who thrives on opening doors, closing full conversions, and building long term, profitable partnerships. You'll focus on full conversion opportunities, positioning Emery Jensen as the primary distributor and shaping the customer's long term success from day one. We currently have (1) opening and ideally, we are targeting candidates who live in close proximity to Colorado Springs, Pueblo, and Fountain, CO. The Job As the Business Development Manager (BDM) for Colorado, you will be responsible for finding and signing new high-value customers for Emery Jensen across our key customer channels: Pro Lumber, Pro Paint and Hardware Stores/Home Centers. This position identifies prospects, develops a pipeline, determines the needs of specific prospects and shares the Emery Jensen value proposition to meet those needs. The Business Development Manager is an ambassador for Emery Jensen, developing relationships with industry organizations, vendor partners, and prospective customers. This position will also work closely with the Emery Jensen sales team, helping new customers transition to their Territory Managers during the early months after signing customers. What you will do The BDM will have responsibilities for the account throughout the full 12 month sales cycle and will need to communicate effectively with the local Territory Manager to insure the growth of the account to its full potential over this period. The focus of the BDM will be on full-conversion opportunities in which Emery-Jensen will become the primary distributor of hardware, paint and/or fastener products to the prospective retailer. Increase top-line sales for Emery-Jensen Distribution but will also be required to target prospective customers and develop a sales approach with company profitability in mind as well. Understanding the return on investment, customer life time value and the basic fundamentals of Emery-Jensen's financial model will be critical in successfully targeting and signing new business Demonstrate a basic understanding of the 'levers' that create a profitable customer relationship and develop sales approach around optimizing these 'levers'. Actively research, pursue and open prospective customers within defined sales channels by clearly articulating and executing on the Emery-Jensen value proposition. Maintain a weekly prospect pipeline with measurable results. Present Pre/Post Call plan showing measurable and manageable improvement towards conversion of customer: Pre-Call: Decision Maker, Business focus, competition, what needs to be accomplished Post-Call: Opportunity, plan for solution, ROI on customer conversion, customer life time value Utilize EJD marketing and merchandising material/initiatives to strategically present solutions to prospective customers. Participate in national industry organizations; NRLA, NLBMDA, etc.; attend industry events (shows, roundtables, etc.) with an established approach/communication plan aimed at signing prospective customers; proactive build relationships with field sales teams from national partners: LMC, LBMA, Ben Moore. Actively communicate with Territory Managers and develop a plan for transition of newly opened accounts over to appropriate Territory Manager. Manage expenses relating to travel, meetings, membership to organizations and conversion resources in accordance with overall expense budgets set by Emery-Jensen Attend industry trade shows with a 'show plan' to further business development efforts What you need to succeed College degree or equivalent required. Minimum of 3 years in new business development or territory manager position. Comfortability with cold calling and a track record for success. Knowledge/experience in the hard-lines industry preferred. Existing book of business highly preferred. Intermediate experience with Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, Business Intelligence system, CRM tools Travel 60-75% of the time, and should reside in one of the following areas listed above. Preferred residence: Colorado Springs, Pueblo, or Fountain, CO. Compensation Details: $98000 - $110000 base per year Why should you join our team? We live our values - W.E.L.I.G.H.T (Winning, Excellence, Love, Integrity, Gratitude, Humility, and Teamwork). Gratitude. Humility. Love. You don't often see values like these in most corporate statements, but Emery Jensen is different. These things are important to us. They represent our commitment to the company, our employees, our retailers and our brand. In addition to providing our employees a great culture, Emery Jensen also offers competitive benefits that address life's necessities and perks, many of which expand and improve year after year, including: Incentive opportunities, based on role/grade level (rapid company growth over the past 2 years resulted in incentives being paid out above 116.96% of your target opportunity!) Generous 401(k) retirement savings plan with a fully vested matching contribution the first year, in addition to an annual discretionary contribution (once eligibility requirements have been met). Over the past five years, company contributions (matching, quarterly & discretionary) for fully eligible employees have averaged 6.6% of total compensation. Comprehensive health coverage (medical, dental, vision and disability - up to 26 weeks short-term disability and long-term disability) & life insurance benefits for you and your dependents 21 days of vacation immediately available (prorated in the first year) and up to 6 paid holidays depending on the month of hire Company Car, phone and fuel card are provided for field-based positions Your career at Emery Jensen is more than just a job. It's a chance to be part of something meaningful. We help locally-owned businesses thrive and make an impact in their communities - and we support our employees in doing the same by offering an annual Cares Week, 20 hours off work per year to volunteer at an organization of your choice, opportunities to help Children's Miracle Network Hospitals and the Ace Helpful Fund through the Ace Foundation Emery Jensen invests in every employee we hire, with a key focus on development and coaching. We offer on-site classes, facilitator-led courses, and a generous tuition assistance program, plus a performance management approach that goes beyond the typical annual review We know the work environment matters. That's why we hold frequent campus events like Employee Appreciation Week, vendor demos, cookouts, and merchandise sales We bring them to you! Services such as mobile spas, auto maintenance, car wash and detailing, dry cleaning, dentists, eye doctors, flu shots, recycling and more! Employee discounts on Ace merchandise (including top brands like Weber, Traeger, Yeti, Craftsman, DeWalt and more), travel, fitness, computers and thousands more Birth/Adoption bonding paid time off Adoption cost reimbursement Employee Assistance Program (EAP) - access to free visits to therapists and lawyers, guidance on financial matters, elder and childcare, and assistance with tickets to entertainment events Identity theft protection Benefits are provided in compliance with applicable policies. Want to be notified when new jobs are posted? Follow the link below to create an account and set up custom job alerts: Create Job Alert We want to hear from you! Emery Jensen delivers wholesale products and best-in-class service to independent retailers in the Pro Lumber Yards, Home Centers, Paint, Hardware Stores, Decorating Stores, and E-retailer space. Our goal is to support sustainable and profitable growth for our customers by offering the broadest assortments, best pricing, and most knowledgeable team. We have national scale, a regional focus and the commitment to serve our customers and support each other. Come find out why a career with Emery Jensen is right for you. Equal Opportunity Employer Emery Jensen is committed to a policy of promoting equal employment opportunities. The company recognizes the importance of diversity and leveraging the skills and talents of all people to the mutual advantage of each individual and the organization. The company is committed to the prevention of employment discrimination related to race, religion, color, sex (including sexual harassment), gender identity, national origin, age, marital status, disability and military or veteran status, sexual orientation or any other action covered by federal or applicable state/local laws. Disclaimer The pay range for this position starts as listed in the job posting, but could be higher based on education and experience. Please note, compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each opening. We take into consideration the minimum requirements outlined in the job description, such as an individual's education, training and experience, the position's work location, required travel (if any), and external market conditions when determining the final salary for potential new hires click apply for full job details
04/18/2026
Full time
Build the future of independent retail. As a Business Development Manager at Emery Jensen, you'll play a critical role in expanding our footprint across the Northeast by winning and converting high value Pro Lumber, Paint, and Hardware customers. This is a true hunter role for a relationship driven sales professional who thrives on opening doors, closing full conversions, and building long term, profitable partnerships. You'll focus on full conversion opportunities, positioning Emery Jensen as the primary distributor and shaping the customer's long term success from day one. We currently have (1) opening and ideally, we are targeting candidates who live in close proximity to Colorado Springs, Pueblo, and Fountain, CO. The Job As the Business Development Manager (BDM) for Colorado, you will be responsible for finding and signing new high-value customers for Emery Jensen across our key customer channels: Pro Lumber, Pro Paint and Hardware Stores/Home Centers. This position identifies prospects, develops a pipeline, determines the needs of specific prospects and shares the Emery Jensen value proposition to meet those needs. The Business Development Manager is an ambassador for Emery Jensen, developing relationships with industry organizations, vendor partners, and prospective customers. This position will also work closely with the Emery Jensen sales team, helping new customers transition to their Territory Managers during the early months after signing customers. What you will do The BDM will have responsibilities for the account throughout the full 12 month sales cycle and will need to communicate effectively with the local Territory Manager to insure the growth of the account to its full potential over this period. The focus of the BDM will be on full-conversion opportunities in which Emery-Jensen will become the primary distributor of hardware, paint and/or fastener products to the prospective retailer. Increase top-line sales for Emery-Jensen Distribution but will also be required to target prospective customers and develop a sales approach with company profitability in mind as well. Understanding the return on investment, customer life time value and the basic fundamentals of Emery-Jensen's financial model will be critical in successfully targeting and signing new business Demonstrate a basic understanding of the 'levers' that create a profitable customer relationship and develop sales approach around optimizing these 'levers'. Actively research, pursue and open prospective customers within defined sales channels by clearly articulating and executing on the Emery-Jensen value proposition. Maintain a weekly prospect pipeline with measurable results. Present Pre/Post Call plan showing measurable and manageable improvement towards conversion of customer: Pre-Call: Decision Maker, Business focus, competition, what needs to be accomplished Post-Call: Opportunity, plan for solution, ROI on customer conversion, customer life time value Utilize EJD marketing and merchandising material/initiatives to strategically present solutions to prospective customers. Participate in national industry organizations; NRLA, NLBMDA, etc.; attend industry events (shows, roundtables, etc.) with an established approach/communication plan aimed at signing prospective customers; proactive build relationships with field sales teams from national partners: LMC, LBMA, Ben Moore. Actively communicate with Territory Managers and develop a plan for transition of newly opened accounts over to appropriate Territory Manager. Manage expenses relating to travel, meetings, membership to organizations and conversion resources in accordance with overall expense budgets set by Emery-Jensen Attend industry trade shows with a 'show plan' to further business development efforts What you need to succeed College degree or equivalent required. Minimum of 3 years in new business development or territory manager position. Comfortability with cold calling and a track record for success. Knowledge/experience in the hard-lines industry preferred. Existing book of business highly preferred. Intermediate experience with Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, Business Intelligence system, CRM tools Travel 60-75% of the time, and should reside in one of the following areas listed above. Preferred residence: Colorado Springs, Pueblo, or Fountain, CO. Compensation Details: $98000 - $110000 base per year Why should you join our team? We live our values - W.E.L.I.G.H.T (Winning, Excellence, Love, Integrity, Gratitude, Humility, and Teamwork). Gratitude. Humility. Love. You don't often see values like these in most corporate statements, but Emery Jensen is different. These things are important to us. They represent our commitment to the company, our employees, our retailers and our brand. In addition to providing our employees a great culture, Emery Jensen also offers competitive benefits that address life's necessities and perks, many of which expand and improve year after year, including: Incentive opportunities, based on role/grade level (rapid company growth over the past 2 years resulted in incentives being paid out above 116.96% of your target opportunity!) Generous 401(k) retirement savings plan with a fully vested matching contribution the first year, in addition to an annual discretionary contribution (once eligibility requirements have been met). Over the past five years, company contributions (matching, quarterly & discretionary) for fully eligible employees have averaged 6.6% of total compensation. Comprehensive health coverage (medical, dental, vision and disability - up to 26 weeks short-term disability and long-term disability) & life insurance benefits for you and your dependents 21 days of vacation immediately available (prorated in the first year) and up to 6 paid holidays depending on the month of hire Company Car, phone and fuel card are provided for field-based positions Your career at Emery Jensen is more than just a job. It's a chance to be part of something meaningful. We help locally-owned businesses thrive and make an impact in their communities - and we support our employees in doing the same by offering an annual Cares Week, 20 hours off work per year to volunteer at an organization of your choice, opportunities to help Children's Miracle Network Hospitals and the Ace Helpful Fund through the Ace Foundation Emery Jensen invests in every employee we hire, with a key focus on development and coaching. We offer on-site classes, facilitator-led courses, and a generous tuition assistance program, plus a performance management approach that goes beyond the typical annual review We know the work environment matters. That's why we hold frequent campus events like Employee Appreciation Week, vendor demos, cookouts, and merchandise sales We bring them to you! Services such as mobile spas, auto maintenance, car wash and detailing, dry cleaning, dentists, eye doctors, flu shots, recycling and more! Employee discounts on Ace merchandise (including top brands like Weber, Traeger, Yeti, Craftsman, DeWalt and more), travel, fitness, computers and thousands more Birth/Adoption bonding paid time off Adoption cost reimbursement Employee Assistance Program (EAP) - access to free visits to therapists and lawyers, guidance on financial matters, elder and childcare, and assistance with tickets to entertainment events Identity theft protection Benefits are provided in compliance with applicable policies. Want to be notified when new jobs are posted? Follow the link below to create an account and set up custom job alerts: Create Job Alert We want to hear from you! Emery Jensen delivers wholesale products and best-in-class service to independent retailers in the Pro Lumber Yards, Home Centers, Paint, Hardware Stores, Decorating Stores, and E-retailer space. Our goal is to support sustainable and profitable growth for our customers by offering the broadest assortments, best pricing, and most knowledgeable team. We have national scale, a regional focus and the commitment to serve our customers and support each other. Come find out why a career with Emery Jensen is right for you. Equal Opportunity Employer Emery Jensen is committed to a policy of promoting equal employment opportunities. The company recognizes the importance of diversity and leveraging the skills and talents of all people to the mutual advantage of each individual and the organization. The company is committed to the prevention of employment discrimination related to race, religion, color, sex (including sexual harassment), gender identity, national origin, age, marital status, disability and military or veteran status, sexual orientation or any other action covered by federal or applicable state/local laws. Disclaimer The pay range for this position starts as listed in the job posting, but could be higher based on education and experience. Please note, compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each opening. We take into consideration the minimum requirements outlined in the job description, such as an individual's education, training and experience, the position's work location, required travel (if any), and external market conditions when determining the final salary for potential new hires click apply for full job details