Residential Sales Consultant

Pella Windows & Doors of North Carolina and Southwest Virginia

Residential Sales Consultant meeting homeowners in Chicago to provide tailored window and door replacement solutions. Focused on relationship-building and generating referrals through in-home consultations.

Posted 6/12/2026full-timeChicago • Illinois • 🇺🇸 United StatesJuniorMid-Level💰 $60,000 per yearWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Achieve individual sales and customer satisfaction goals
Conduct in-home consultations using a structured sales process
Identify customer needs and recommend customized solutions
Drive toward first-visit closes, with effective follow-up as needed
Generate self-sourced leads through networking, referrals, and community engagement
Prepare accurate quotes and orders following company procedures
Address customer concerns and partner with internal teams for resolution
Maintain availability for evening and weekend appointments
Stay current on product knowledge and market competition
Manage customer interactions using CRM and digital tools
Represent the company at events, home shows, and community engagements

Requirements

What you’ll need

Proven ability to build trust quickly and deliver a strong customer experience
Excellent communication, presentation, and closing skills
Strong negotiation skills and ability to overcome objections
High energy and enthusiasm for meeting new people and networking
Self-motivated with the ability to work independently
Resilient, goal-oriented, and driven to succeed in a commission-based environment
Strong problem-solving and organizational skills
Comfortable learning technical product information related to residential construction
Proficiency with Microsoft Office, mobile technology, and CRM systems
Bachelor’s degree or 1–2 years of sales experience (or equivalent combination)
Valid driver’s license with acceptable driving record
Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment

Benefits

Comp & perks

Competitive compensation: $60K base + uncapped commission
Mileage reimbursement for travel within your territory
Home-based role with schedule flexibility
Established brand with strong market recognition
High earning potential driven by performance

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Hard Skills & Tools

sales processcustomer experiencenegotiationproblem-solvingorganizational skillstechnical product knowledgesales experience

Soft Skills

communication skillspresentation skillsclosing skillstrust buildingself-motivationresiliencegoal-orientedenthusiasmindependence

Certifications

Bachelor’s degreevalid driver’s license