Account Executive - Hospitality - Flooring

Tarkett has a great opportunity for an Account Executive- Hospitality (Chicago, IL).

We are looking for an Account Executive-Hospitality (Chicago, IL) to join our talented team. This role will develop new prospects and maintain relationships with existing customers to increase territory market opportunities.  This position will be based in our Chicago Illinois territory, and will report to the Sr. Vice President, Strategic Accounts, Hospitality. 

Your skills we value:

• Entrepreneurial Spirit: Demonstrates the energy, passion, and attitude to win every day.

• Relationship Builder: Creates mutually beneficial relationships with key stakeholders by regularly communicating and sharing information and services.

• Thinks Business: Sees the opportunities and connection with business strategy.

• Solutions Provider: Takes time to understand customer needs, present comprehensive solutions, and provide ongoing support.

• Time & Priority Management: Strategically organize time and energy spent to maximize effectiveness and return on investment.

• Effective Communicator: Seek first to understand, then respond with the intent to create a mutual understanding.

• Proficient computer skills (Microsoft Office) and experience with CRM – Dynamics is preferred.

• Strong writing and editing skills

Experience & Education Desired:

• Bachelor’s degree in business, Marketing, or other related field; or equivalent combination of education and experience

• 4+ years of sales related experience required (flooring experience not needed but helpful)

• 1+ years of CRM experience strongly preferred.

• Ability to travel overnight is required (~20%)

What We Offer

• A commitment that Safety is #1

• Competitive benefits, pay, and retirement plan options!

• Career growth, stability, and flexible work arrangements.

Responsible Manufacturing – Protecting Our Planet for the Future

• We utilize renewable energy and a closed loop recycled water process.

• We are committed to reducing greenhouse emissions and water consumption.

• We are the only flooring company recognized by the Asthma and Allergy foundation.

Who we are:

With a history of 140 years, Tarkett is a worldwide leader in innovative flooring and sport surface solutions with 12,000 employees and 34 industrial sites. Offering a wide range of products including vinyl, linoleum, rubber, carpet, wood, laminate, artificial turf, and athletic tracks. The Group serves customers in more than 100 countries across the globe.

Committed to change the game with circular economy and to reducing its carbon footprint, the Group has implemented an eco-innovation strategy based on Cradle to Cradle® principles, fully aligned with its Tarkett Human-Conscious Design® approach. 

Tarkett is listed on Euronext (Compartment B, ISIN FR0004188670, ticker: TKTT). www.tarkett-group.com

Tarkett is an equal opportunity employer. We value diversity in backgrounds and in experiences and promote an inclusive workplace where all employees can perform at their best.