Midwest Regional Account Manager
Company: Lepley Recruiting Services
Location: Chicago
Posted on: January 15, 2026
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Job Description:
Job Description Job Description Reports To: Divisional
President, Contract Division Employment Status: Full-time, Exempt
About the Company The company is a recognized leader in premium
hardwood flooring solutions, delivering exceptional products to
luxury residential and large-scale commercial projects nationwide.
With decades of expertise, we partner with developers, contractors,
and design professionals to bring world-class flooring solutions to
life. The Contact Division is experiencing rapid growth and is
seeking proven sales professionals to help scale our business to
the next level. Position Summary The Regional Account Manager will
own and grow a multi-state region developing new business with
leading developers, contractors, and design firms. The role is
built for a seasoned sales professional who thrives on travel,
relationship- building, and delivering results at scale. Reporting
directly to the Divisional President, this individual will
introduce our premium real wood and engineered flooring products to
high-end development projects, drive significant square footage
sales, and maintain long-term client partnerships. The role offers
autonomy, support, and the opportunity to represent a respected
brand in the flooring industry. Key Responsibilities Build and
execute a business development plan to drive
multi-million-square-foot annual sales across your region. Serve as
the primary point of contact for developers, contractors, and A
firms, establishing trusted, long-term partnerships. Present
company’s portfolio of real wood and engineered wood products to
decision makers. Maintain a strong pulse on industry trends,
competitor activity, and client needs to position company as the
preferred partner. Collaborate with internal teams to ensure
flawless order execution and customer satisfaction. Log activities,
pipeline opportunities, and account progress into CRM for
visibility and accountability. Travel extensively throughout the
region to engage with clients and attend industry events.
Qualifications 5 years of proven sales success in flooring,
building materials, or related industries. Established
relationships with developers, large flooring subcontractors,
and/or architectural & design firms. Demonstrated ability to
deliver multi-million-dollar sales results. Strong presentation,
negotiation, and closing skills with an entrepreneurial,
independent drive. Organized, self-motivated, and highly
professional with excellent communication abilities. Willingness to
travel (50-75%) within the assigned territory. Compensation &
Benefits Competitive base salary (commensurate with experience).
Lucrative commission plan: 8% of gross margin. Full benefits
package: health, dental, vision, and retirement plans. 100%
employer-paid benefits coverage. Company credit card for travel and
business expenses. Significant income growth opportunity tied
directly to performance.
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