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Stonhard

Stonhard

Seamless polymer flooring manufacturer and installer

Market Manager - Food & Beverage

Full-Time
$100k - $135k/yr

+ Bonus potential: approximately $75,000-$100,000+ + Car allowance + Expenses

Mid
Chicago, IL, USA
In Person

The role involves approximately 30% driving time and regular customer/site travel.

About the job

Requirements
  • The candidate must have 4+ years of industry experience in a similar sales, design, or equivalent role.
  • The candidate must demonstrate oral and written communication, presentation, organization, and planning skills.
  • The candidate must be flexible and able to work in a self-directed, rapidly changing environment.
  • The candidate must be able to organize and prioritize activities.
  • The candidate must be computer literate with experience using technology, Salesforce.com, and Microsoft 365.
  • The candidate must have a valid driver's license.
  • The candidate must be able to physically transport a sample case and literature weighing approximately 40 pounds.
  • The candidate must possess reliable transportation.
  • The candidate must wear required worksite personal protective equipment, including a hard hat, safety glasses, gloves, steel-toed boots, and a high-visibility vest; task-dependent equipment may include ear protection, respirators, safety harnesses, and specialized protective clothing.
Responsibilities
  • Direct responsibility for the profit and loss and growth of the Food and Beverage business within the defined region.
  • Compile reports for the Director of Food and Beverage and Senior Director evaluating Food and Beverage market performance for sharing with Vice Presidents of Sales and Business Development and General Sales Managers across the United States.
  • Conduct market forecasting, develop strategic growth plans, and monitor and report on market penetration.
  • Train, monitor, and motivate Territory Managers, Architectural Design and Engineering Representatives, and Area Managers to promote and sell into the Food and Beverage market.
  • Manage national and regional accounts in the region, potentially serving as the main lead for key accounts.
  • Manage key relationships with Food and Beverage accounts, Architectural Design and Engineering firms, Design-Build firms, and specialty contractors in the region.

About the company

Stonhard designs, manufactures, and installs seamless floor, wall, and lining systems using epoxy, urethane, and methyl methacrylate polymers for industrial and commercial settings. Its products are poured or laid as continuous, wear-resistant surfaces that resist chemicals and are easy to clean, with installation performed directly by Stonhard so there is a single point of responsibility. The company serves sectors such as food and beverage, healthcare, manufacturing, and aviation, offering customized solutions that fit specific industry needs. Unlike competitors who outsource parts of the process, Stonhard controls the entire lifecycle—from material production to on-site installation—providing durable, long-lasting surfaces and consistent quality. The goal is to deliver high-performance polymer flooring and wall systems that ensure safe, clean, and compliant environments while simplifying project management for customers.

Company Size

501-1,000

Company Stage

N/A

Total Funding

N/A

Headquarters

Maple Shade Township, New Jersey

Founded

1922

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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • Stonhard published 20 North American EPDs on June 23, 2026, strengthening bid eligibility.
  • PAVA closed June 10, 2026, expanding reach in Italy and adjacent European resin markets.
  • The Maple Shade facility won RPM's 2026 Growth Award, signaling operational momentum and execution strength.

What critics are saying

  • RPM's ownership exposes Stonhard to corporate capital allocation if flooring margins soften in 2026.
  • PAVA integration across Europe can disrupt sales, formulations, and installer productivity through 2027.
  • Specialty flooring demand concentrates in regulated plants; losing pharma or food accounts hurts fast.

What makes Stonhard unique

  • Stonhard sells and installs seamless systems end-to-end, creating single-point accountability.
  • PAVA acquisition deepens European resin formulation, decorative specialty, and cleanroom capabilities.
  • Stonkote ESD and Stonchem 691 sharpen niche leadership in static-control and chemical-resistant flooring.

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Benefits

Health Insurance

Paid Vacation

Paid Holidays

401(k) Company Match

Company Equity

Company News

FloorDaily
Jun 5th, 2026
Stonhard Acquires Pava - Floor Daily

Maple Shade, NJ, June 4, 2026—Stonhard, a supplier of high-performance seamless flooring, wall and lining systems, has acquired Pava, an Italian manufacturer recognized for its resin-based flooring and coating technologies.

Angel Business Communications Ltd
Aug 5th, 2025
Stonhard introduces Stonkote ESD flooring solution

Stonhard launches Stonkote ESD, a breakthrough flooring solution addressing ESD control with vibrant colors and quicker installation.

Business Wire
Jan 20th, 2023
Rpm Appoints Andrew G. Polanco As Vp – Manufacturing And Announces Retirement Of Gordon M. Hyde | Business Wire

MEDINA, Ohio--(BUSINESS WIRE)--RPM International Inc. (NYSE: RPM) today announced that Andrew G. Polanco has been appointed vice president – manufacturing for RPM. In line with this appointment, RPM today announced the retirement of Gordon M. Hyde, who previously served in this role.Polanco now leads manufacturing and continuous improvement initiatives across all RPM business segments. This includes driving manufacturing efficiencies, asset optimization and working capital improvement, as well as building a sustainable culture of continuous improvement that creates both manufacturing effectiveness and resiliency.Polanco joined RPM as senior director of purchasing for its DAP business in 2016

Business Wire
Jan 20th, 2023
Rpm Appoints Andrew G. Polanco As Vp – Manufacturing And Announces Retirement Of Gordon M. Hyde

MEDINA, Ohio--(BUSINESS WIRE)--RPM International Inc. (NYSE: RPM) today announced that Andrew G. Polanco has been appointed vice president – manufacturing for RPM. In line with this appointment, RPM today announced the retirement of Gordon M. Hyde, who previously served in this role.Polanco now leads manufacturing and continuous improvement initiatives across all RPM business segments. This includes driving manufacturing efficiencies, asset optimization and working capital improvement, as well as building a sustainable culture of continuous improvement that creates both manufacturing effectiveness and resiliency.Polanco joined RPM as senior director of purchasing for its DAP business in 2016

BNP Media
Dec 9th, 2022
Stonhard Introduces New FE Option for Broadcast Flooring Systems | Floor Covering Installer

Stonhard, a New Jersey-based manufacturer and installer of high-performance seamless floor, wall, and lining systems, introduced its FE series for three decorative broadcast flooring products.