Sales Development Program - January 2027

JOB SUMMARYReady to turn your degree into a high-earning, high-impact career?Pella Windows & Doors by Gunton Corporation is the largest independent distributor of Pella Windows & Doors in the U.S. and an innovative leader in the building materials industry since 1932.We’re growing fast and we’re looking for motivated, competitive, recent college graduates to join our Business Development Program, a 6–12 month launchpad designed to turn driven individuals into successful B2B Sales Professionals.If you’re energized by building relationships, learning a real-world business, and earning what you’re worth, this is your opportunity!TERRITORYWe love when our Sales Reps live in the territory they sell. Each of our territories are centered around our showrooms which are located in the following areas:Akron, OHCanfield, OHHighland Heights, OHWestlake, OHRESPONSIBILITIESAs part of our Business-to-Business (B2B) Sales Team, you’ll work directly with builders, contractors, remodelers, and replacement companies in your local market.You will:Make 80+ outbound calls/touchpoints per day to build your sales pipelineLearn how to research and qualify accounts in your assigned territoryMaster Pella products, the construction industry, and Gunton’s proven sales processBuild and deliver compelling value propositions that show customers how we help them grow profitsManage customer information using our CRM systemRide along with experienced outside sales reps to learn field sales, relationship-building, and product installationVisit local permit offices monthly to identify new construction opportunitiesDevelop professional sales skills that will set you apart for the rest of your careerREPORTING RELATIONSHIPReports to Area Sales ManagerMINIMUM QUALIFICATIONSA recent bachelor's degree graduate or graduating by January 2027Competitive, coachable, and goal-orientedExcited about starting a career in professional salesComfortable with a fast-paced, high-accountability environmentValid driver’s license and acceptable driving recordAbility to lift and carry sales tools up to 50 lbsPREFERRED QUALIFICATIONSSales internship or leadership experienceInterest in construction, real estate, or building productsCOMPENSATIONBase salary plus uncapped commissionAverage first-year earning potential: $65,000 - $120,000Top performers on our Outside Sales team may earn $200,000 or more annuallyClear path to outside sales and leadership rolesWHAT WE OFFERNo Overnight TravelSmall Geographical TerritoriesPaid TrainingVehicle AllowancePhone and LaptopPaid VacationPaid Parental LeaveInsurance (Health, Vision, Dental, Life)Flexible Spending Account401(k) & Profit SharingGunton Corporation is pleased to be an equal employment employer. Decisions concerning employment, transfers, and promotions are made upon the basis of the best qualified candidate without regard to color, race, religion, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, ancestry, status as a disabled or Vietnam era veteran or any other characteristic protected by law.