Job Description

Director of Sales Strategy sand Business Development

Location: Semi-remote, based in San Diego or Orange County, CA (nationwide responsibility)

Company: Creative Mines

About Creative Mines

Creative Mines is a manufacturer of high-design masonry veneer products. Our brand is well positioned as the premier offering in masonry stone and brick veneer with a unique balance of handcrafted authenticity and technical superiority. Now, we’re ready to write the next chapter of our growth story.

The Role

We’re reimagining what premium masonry can be, and we’re looking for a  Director of Sales Strategy & Business Development who can help us build the next chapter of Creative Mines through new channels, OEM products, and strategic partnerships. This role is built for a seasoned, entrepreneurial sales professional who thrives on uncovering opportunities, creating partnerships, and positioning premium products in the design and building space. This is not account maintenance, it’s a hunter role with the chance to drive new business and make a big impact within a growing and dynamic company.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and execute strategies to expand Creative Mines into new markets and channels.
• Build and nurture relationships with a variety of customer constituencies, including distribution partners, commercial developers, larger masonry installers, and design influencers.
• Create unique partnerships that elevate our brand in the architectural and design community, including sourcing and introducing OEM product categories that strengthen differentiation.
• Drive specification opportunities, positioning Creative Mines as the material partner of choice for high-end projects.
• Collaborate with the executive leadership team on product line expansion and market positioning.
• Represent Creative Mines as an industry leader, presenting a professional brand with authenticity and respect for meaningful customer relationships.
• Build and manage a nationwide pipeline with measurable growth and conversion goals.

Who You Are

• A hunter - not a gatherer, energized by opening new doors and closing big opportunities. 
• 10+ years of business development or sales leadership in the home/building industry. 
• Deep familiarity with high-end, non-commodity building materials (stone, tile, brick, appliances, interior finishes, design products, etc.).
• Proven track record of expanding markets, creating partnerships, and driving new channel growth.
• A strategic thinker who executes with creativity, urgency, and discipline, with a strong sense of curiosity.
• Entrepreneurial, self-motivated, and comfortable in a semi-remote, national role.
• Highly results-driven!

Compensation

• Base Salary: $120k - $140k based on experience and qualification s
• Variable Comp: $30k - $50k target contingent on sales results to goal

Standard Requirements

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Business, Marketing, or related field (MBA preferred but not required).
• Technology: Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, PowerBI) and CRM systems (Dynamics, Salesforce, or similar).
• Skills: Excellent written and verbal communication, negotiation, and presentation skills.
• Travel: Willingness to travel nationally (25%+).

Why Join Creative Mines

At Creative Mines, you’ll be part of an experienced executive team rewriting what’s possible in the high-design masonry industry. This is your chance to help shape a unique brand and company culture from the inside out and have your fingerprints on its growth story.

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