Architectural Specification Writer - Chicago

Architectural Specification Writer - Chicago

ID

2025-2000

Category

Sales

Position Type

Salaried

Remote

Yes

Starting From

USD $85,000.00 / Yr.

Maximum Pay Range

USD $115,000.00 / Yr.

Shift Time

40

Overview

Company Summary

At Benjamin Moore, we empower our team members to achieve their goals and make a positive impact in our communities. We offer a rewarding and inspiring work environment that fosters creativity, collaboration, and a strong sense of camaraderie. Our culture of excellence and transparency encourages our colleagues to bring their authentic selves and unique perspectives and ideas every day. With 140 years of rich history behind our brand, we know that our people are the driving force behind our success. We believe in investing in our colleagues by offering work-life balance, competitive benefits, ongoing learning or continuing education, and skill development. Through a positive and engaging workplace, we facilitate growth, development, and fulfillment for all.

Job Summary & Key Responsibilities

We are seeking an experienced Architectural Specification Writer to join our team and play a key role in producing and securing high-quality specifications for our paint products. This position requires a proactive and detail-oriented individual who can work both independently and collaboratively to support project teams and ensure precision in all documentation. The Architectural Specification Writer will contribute to the development and maintenance of paint specifications for clients and play an integral role in business growth. The territory covers Chicago, Illinois. The ideal candidate will reside within 30 miles of the city center.

Market Strategy, Development and Execution

Develop and execute a strategic account plan to drive growth within the architectural segment in partnership and under the direction of the Area Sales Manager

• Identify key opportunities to maximize specification growth and optimize accounts for long-term success
• Actively prospect and engage architects, consultants, and specifiers to ensure Benjamin Moore is specified in upcoming projects
• Qualify and manage leads to secure specifications, particularly for commercial projects

Act as the Go-to Authority and Technical Expert

Project Management

Strategic Market Intelligence and Business Acumen

Requirements

Compensation Philosophy

At Benjamin Moore, our brand represents excellence, and we strive to provide a comprehensive total rewards package to match. In addition to a competitive base salary, every exempt and non-exempt role in our organization is eligible for a performance-based annual raise and bonus in recognition of their efforts that contribute to the success of our organization. We conduct regular pay audits using external market data and internal comparisons to ensure our employees are compensated fairly and equitably.

The salary range listed herein refers to the amount the Company is willing to pay at the time of posting. The actual salary offer will be carefully considered based on a wide range of factors, including your skills, qualifications, experience, job location, and other relevant factors.

In addition to our monetary compensation package, Benjamin Moore provides a full range of benefits that are personalized to support you physically, financially, and emotionally, through both the big milestones and in your everyday life.

Benefits include, but are not limited to, the following :

You can view the complete benefits package by clicking the following link :

https : / / www.benjaminmoore.com / en-us / benjamin-moore-careers?targetid=row-benefits-summary

Engagement, Inclusion + Social Impact

At Benjamin Moore, we don't just accept difference - we celebrate it, support it, and thrive because it benefits our employees, customers, and community. We remain steadfast in our commitment to cultivating an environment where all are provided the tools and opportunities to thrive in the workplace. Our efforts allow each of us to authentically live our corporate values of Openness, Integrity, Community, Excellence, and Safety.

Our Social Impact initiatives, including strategic partnerships, in-kind donations, and volunteerism, further amplify our ability to positively impact the lives of our stakeholders. We believe that fostering a culture of inclusion and belonging is the right thing to do and essential for our continued success.

Student Loan Repayment Assistance Program

Benjamin Moore provides Student Loan Repayment Assistance Program to support eligible active employees who graduated from an accredited post-secondary educational institution. The Repayment Program is intended to contribute to reducing employee's student loans. The Company follows all rules and regulations concerning the taxability of student loan repayments provided under applicable law.

EOE

Benjamin Moore is an equal-opportunity employer that is committed to a culture of inclusion and belonging. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, disability, national origin, veteran status, or any other basis covered by appropriate law. Our commitment to these principles means all employment decisions are made based on qualifications, merit, and business needs.

Pay Range

USD $85,000.00 - USD $115,000.00 / Yr.