Residential Sales Consultant

Residential Sales Consultant

Greater Chicagoland Area

The Residential Sales Consultant sells Pella® windows and doors directly to homeowners for replacement projects. Through in-home consultations, this role identifies customer needs, presents customized solutions, and strives for first-time close. Consultants are also expected to build their pipeline through referrals and networking to maximize earning potential.

• Sell Pella window and door solutions through in-home consultations
• Work toward first-time close with strong follow-up when needed
• Prepare accurate quotes and orders using established sales processes
• Resolve customer questions with internal sales support partners
• Build deep product knowledge and understand competitive offerings
• Conduct after-sale follow-up and generate referrals
• Represent Pella at events, home shows, and presentations
• Use CRM tools to manage customer relationships
• Maintain availability for evening and weekend appointments

• This position offers a base salary of $60,000 plus uncapped commission, standard IRS mileage reimbursement, and paid training. We also provide a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, and 401K match, and more. This is a performance-based role with unlimited earning potential—our compensation plan rewards results. You’ll sell premium, well-known products backed by a trusted, privately held company with a strong reputation for quality, innovation, and customer satisfaction, so you can sell with confidence.

• Strong relationship-building and consultative sales skills
• Customer-focused mindset with confidence to handle objections
• Self-motivated, resilient, and goal-driven
• Comfortable learning technical and construction-related concepts
• Collaborative team player who works well independently
• Proficient with Microsoft Office, smart devices, and CRM tools

• Bachelor’s degree OR 1–2 years of related sales experience (or equivalent)
• Valid driver’s license with acceptable motor vehicle record
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
• Professional appearance in line with company standards

• Local travel to customer homes, job sites, showrooms, and events
• Ability to lift up to 25 lbs regularly and up to 50 lbs occasionally