District Sales Manager

Cornerstone Building Brands

. Manage and grow an established approximately $3M southern California territory .

Posted 10/2/2026full-timeRemote • California • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $70,000 - $95,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates strong sales acumen in the building materials industry, with a focus on metal roofing and construction products. Capable of managing customer relationships, conducting training programs, and collaborating effectively across teams to drive business growth.

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Sales ExperienceBuilding Materials KnowledgeCustomer Relationship ManagementProject ManagementCommunication Skills

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Hard Skills

SalesEstimatingProject ManagementCustomer SupportMetal RoofingConstruction ProductsMarket ExpansionProduct TrainingCustomer EducationTime Management

Soft Skills

Relationship-BuildingSelf-Starter MentalityOrganizational SkillsInterpersonal SkillsAdaptability

Tools & Technologies

Microsoft WordMicrosoft ExcelMicrosoft Outlook

Certifications & Qualifications

Valid Driver’s License

Industry Keywords

Building MaterialsMetal RoofingConstructionDistribution Sales ChannelsCustomer-Facing Roles

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Manage and grow an established approximately $3M southern California territory
Identify opportunities to expand customer relationships, increase market share, and drive new business
Work with distributors, one-step dealers, and independent lumber yards to support their business needs
Maintain current business while proactively prospecting and developing new opportunities
Sell metal roofing, wall panel systems, trims, and accessory products across residential, agricultural, and commercial markets
Conduct customer education and contractor training programs
Support contractor pull-through sales initiatives
Collaborate with operations, branch leadership, estimating, and customer support teams
Manage a high volume of customer interactions and transactions
Help customers transition through product and system integration initiatives following operational changes
Travel throughout the assigned territory and operate across office, driving, customer-facing, and job-site environments
Inspect rooftops during customer claim or project review processes

Requirements

What you’ll need

3–5+ years of sales experience preferred
Experience within building materials, metal roofing, construction products, or adjacent industries strongly preferred
Understanding of dealer/distribution sales channels highly preferred
Experience with estimating, project management, inside sales, or customer-facing construction support roles valued
Strong relationship-building skills and consistent customer follow-up
Self-starter mentality; ability to prioritize, manage multiple opportunities, and work independently
Comfortable operating in a fast-paced, customer-focused sales environment
Excellent communication, organization, and time management skills
Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation
Ability to meet with customers regularly throughout the territory
Bachelor’s degree in Business, Marketing, or related field preferred
Superb interpersonal skills and ability to establish credibility and rapport with customers
Strong computer proficiency, including Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook
Ability to learn and adapt to multiple systems and technologies
Ability to travel frequently throughout the assigned territory, up to 60%
Ability to climb ladders and inspect rooftops
Occasional lifting of product samples and materials may be required
Must be at least 18 years of age to apply

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical, dental, and vision benefits starting day 1
Paid time off (PTO)
Paid holidays
Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
Life insurance
Long-term disability (LTD)
Short-term disability (STD)
401(k)
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Discount programs
Tuition reimbursement
Training and professional development
Employee Resource Groups
Bonus
Reliable transportation support is not explicitly offered; valid driver’s license and reliable transportation are required