Account Manager

Job Description

Posted Tuesday, September 23, 2025 at 6 : 00 AM

Gypsum Management & Supply, Inc. (GMS) is the leading North American distributor of gypsum wallboard, acoustical ceiling products and other specialty building materials. Founded in 1971, GMS now operates an expansive network of distribution centers nationwide.

Founded in 1974, and part of the GMS family of companies since 2018, Shoemaker Drywall Supplies has become one of the largest drywall suppliers in Western Canada. In addition to drywall, Shoemaker carries a wide selection of Interior / Exterior steel framing solutions, Insulation, ceiling systems, roofing products, fasteners, and tools. Visit us at one of our locations across Western Canada for all your construction material needs. Our team of dedicated and hardworking individuals work together to create a rewarding and welcoming environment.

Shoemaker Drywall Supplies is looking for a motivated sales professional to fill the role of Account Manager. As a proven leader in our industry, Shoemaker focuses on core products such as drywall, insulation, steel studs, roofing products and ceiling systems. As a division of GMS Canada, a publicly traded company operating throughout North America, our focus is on the Western Canadian market covering Manitoba to British Columbia.

This position will be responsible for all sales activities from lead generation to bid closure within the assigned territory. Customer satisfaction, increased revenue generation, and business development initiatives which align with our vision and values are the primary responsibilities.

Key Responsibilities :

• Manage an established account base to meet targets
• Identify and secure new opportunities for sales within the territory for all product areas
• Effectively build and maintain client relationships
• Maintain regular client call schedules and in-person communication
• Complete professional client proposals following company pricing structures
• Work with vendors to ensure quote accuracy including costing and timeline accountability
• Develop quarterly stretch target strategies while reacting to constantly changing market conditions
• Work with product, marketing, and operations teams to deliver solutions that meet client needs
• Stay up to date with market developments and trends, product applications and opportunities
• Participate in industry and client trade shows and conventions
• Conduct client presentations when required
• Ensure project tracking is up to date and monitored, completing weekly sales reports as necessary
• Travel will be required in this role

Position Requirements :

If you feel we are a good fit for your career goals and skillset, we invite you to apply and look forward to reviewing your application. As part of the GMS Inc. family of companies, you can launch your career with a North American building materials distributor and discover opportunities for growth and advancement. We value our team members and believe them to be our greatest assets. As such, we invest in training and strive to provide a work-life balance.

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