Territory Sales Representative – Exterior Building Products

We’re seeking motivated, result-driven Independent Contractor Sales Representatives to expand reach and to drive growth. Slate is recognized as a sustainable, natural, durable, economical and environmentally friendly solution for roofing and designing modern facades in a contemporary linear style. Join us as a commission-only 1099 contractor role with unlimited earning potential.

Responsibilities:

• Identifying and prospecting new customers building relationships that create lasting partnerships.
• Meeting contractors, suppliers, and architects while effectively negotiating within the provided framework as it relates to pricing flexibility, acceptable contract terms and any potential concessions achieving sales objectives.
• Managing the entire sales life cycle from prospecting to deal close.
• Providing consistent reporting to leadership for current and future sales and project oversight.
• Accurately provide project sales forecasting and monitoring of pipeline projects to reach sales targets.
• Managing leads within assigned territory, sending information and samples, coordinating logistics.
• Estimating, quoting and analyzing costs to strategically sell offered slate products in a competitive market.
• Ongoing account management including lead generation, qualification, product presentation, negotiation, closing the sale and post-sale account management.

What we are looking for:

• Proven sales experience preferably in a related field.
• A success-oriented attitude evidencing enthusiasm, flexibility, drive and resilience.
• Relationship building skills with the ability to influence others.
• Love for communicating and high pleasure in dealing with customers and people in general.
• Self- motivated with a success-oriented attitude, determination and drive.

• Cooperative and being team-oriented in mindset and actions.
• Ability to work independently as a 1099 contractor and manage your schedule.
• Existing relationships in slate, stone, roofing, homebuilding, construction, solar or similar fields is a plus.

What we provide:

• This is a commission-only, 1099 contractor role—ideal for sales professionals seeking flexible, supplemental income while making a meaningful impact. You choose your hours; you earn based on the results you generate.

Who are we:

• North American Slate is the American subsidiary of Rathscheck Schiefer, one of the leading international producers of premium quality slate and products for the design of aesthetic living spaces.
• With over 250 years of experience in the slate industry, we are focused on providing the highest quality natural slate roofing and facades through our Spanish La Bana quarries. Our main office and slate yard are in New York State.