Apogee Enterprises, Inc. (NASDAQ: APOG), was founded in 1949 and is headquartered in Minneapolis, MN. Apogee is a growing, profitable company with annual revenues approaching $1.5 billion. We provide distinctive metal and glass solutions for enclosing commercial buildings, and glass and acrylic solutions for picture framing and display applications. To learn more visit: www.apog.com.
The Apogee Performance Surfaces segment has grown from $100M to $200M in revenue through a recent acquisition. Our brands in the Performance Surfaces portfolio develop and manufacture high-performance coated materials for a variety of applications, including wall décor, museums, graphic design, architectural interiors, digital display, and industrial flooring markets. We are the global leader in anti-reflective, conservation grade electrostatic dissipative, high-definition, and abrasion resistance coatings, that provide protection, innovative designs, and exceptional durability.
Position Summary
The Inside Sales & Product Coordinator is a hybrid role designed to bridge the gap between product management and revenue growth. This position balances process-oriented coordination with active commercial contribution toward defined sales targets. Additionally, they drive the New Product Introduction (NPI) process by tracking commercial milestones to ensure a seamless transition from product development to market launch.
This position serves as the primary commercial point of contact for assigned accounts, owning relationship management, performance updates, and issue resolution. Customer Service retains responsibilities for order entry, logistics coordination, and transactional execution.
The role serves as a central point of coordination between Sales, Product, Operations, and Supply Chain to ensure commercial readiness and disciplined execution.
Responsibilities
- Inside Sales & Revenue Generation
- Manage and grow a defined book of business
- Proactively identify upsell, cross-sell, and new opportunity growth within existing accounts
- Generate and follow up on quotes to drive order conversion
- Support outbound prospecting initiatives within assigned segments
- Achieve defined monthly, quarterly, and annual sales objectives
- Maintain CRM accuracy and pipeline visibility
- Support field sales with account development activities
- Product Coordination & Operational Support
- Coordinate new product launches, pricing updates, and product transitions
- Serve as internal point of contact for product-related inquiries
- Monitor order flow to ensure alignment with customer expectations
- Assist in resolving product, supply, or service issues
- Maintain product documentation, data sheets, and internal communications
- Support inventory alignment and forecasting as needed
- NPI Commercial Progression Support
- Support the New Product Introduction (NPI) process by updating and tracking defined commercial progression milestones
- Maintain visibility to key commercial stage-gates, including:
- Sample submissions and evaluations
- Quote issuance
- Customer qualification status
- First production orders and scale ups
- Provide regular updates on commercial readiness
- Coordinate cross-functional communication to ensure commercial objectives remain visible
- Escalate risks or delays impacting commercialization timelines
- Cross-Functional Collaboration
- Partner with operations to ensure timely execution and delivery
- Work with supply chain to align availability with demand
- Coordinate with marketing on product promotions and campaigns
- Provide customer feedback to product and leadership teams
- Performance Metrics
- Revenue attainment vs. sales target
- Quote-to-order conversion rate
- Growth within assigned accounts
- CRM accuracy and pipeline management
- Accuracy and timeliness of NPI commercial updates
- Customer satisfaction and response time
- Product launch execution effectiveness
Personal Attributes and Experience
- Bachelor’s degree in Business, Marketing, Supply Chain, Operations, or related field preferred
- 3–5 years of experience in inside sales, sales operations, product coordination, or account management
- Experience in supporting revenue targets
- Exposure to new product launches (NPI) or product lifecycle coordination preferred
- Experience working cross-functionally with Sales, Product, Operations, and Supply Chain
- Proficiency with CRM systems, Excel, and ERP tools
- Commercially driven with strong sales and account growth focus
- Highly organized and detail-oriented with strong process discipline
- Effective communicator with strong customer and internal partnership skills
- Proactive problem-solver with the ability to manage multiple priorities
- Collaborative, accountable, and comfortable in a hybrid sales/coordination role
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Work Environment
This job is primarily performed in an office environment. The noise level in the office is generally moderate.
Pay Range
$80,000-90,000
Our Benefits
We care about and invest in our employees. We are proud to offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support their well-being and foster professional development. Here is a glimpse of what you can look forward to if you join our team.
Competitive Benefits Package for employees and their dependents (Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Disability)
Incentive Plans
401(k) with employer contribution and match
Employee Stock Purchase Plan with employer match
Paid Time Off (Vacation and Sick Time)
Paid Holidays
Tuition Reimbursement Program
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Wellness Program
Training and Career Progression
Apogee and our brands are an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Skills Required
- 3-5 years of experience in inside sales, sales operations, product coordination, or account management
- Proficiency with CRM systems, Microsoft Excel, and ERP tools
- Experience supporting revenue targets and achieving sales objectives
- Experience working cross-functionally with Sales, Product, Operations, and Supply Chain
- Bachelor's degree in Business, Marketing, Supply Chain, Operations, or related field
- Exposure to new product launches (NPI) or product lifecycle coordination
- Strong communication, customer relationship, and account development skills
- Highly organized, detail-oriented, with strong process discipline and ability to manage multiple priorities
Apogee Enterprises Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Apogee Enterprises and has not been reviewed or approved by Apogee Enterprises.
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Equity Value & Accessibility — Ownership via an Employee Stock Purchase Plan with a company match is positioned as a core element of total rewards, enhancing long‑term value beyond base pay. Plan updates and corporate materials emphasize this equity component as a meaningful part of compensation.
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Retirement Support — A 401(k) with employer contribution and match is consistently highlighted, signaling solid support for long‑term savings. Job materials and corporate content frame retirement plans as a key pillar of the package.
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Wellbeing & Lifestyle Benefits — Wellness and mental‑health resources include screenings, flu shots for employees and dependents, and an EAP with multiple counseling visits plus an online CBT tool. These offerings indicate tangible investment in wellbeing beyond core medical coverage.
Apogee Enterprises Insights
What We Do
By definition, Apogee means "highest point." It's no coincidence that it's also the name of our company. For over 70 years it is a name that has inspired and driven us to achieve a higher level of excellence in all we do. We are not satisfied with the status quo. We aim higher, think bigger, and endeavor to create even more value for every Apogee stakeholder. We strive to create peak value. Apogee is a leader in architectural products and services. Our glass and aluminum window, storefront and curtainwall systems make buildings look great, reduce energy consumption, and protect occupants and property. Our highly skilled team designs glass and metal building façades, completes massive orders for skyscrapers on time, and manages complex window, curtainwall and storefront installation projects. We are also a leader in the protection and conservation of all things framed and displayed. Our Tru Vue business provides high-performance glass and acrylic products for the custom framing, fine art, and technical glass markets.
