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Outside Sales Representative

Carter Lumber

Pike Road, ALFull-timeNo compensation foundTracked 2w agoSeen in employer's feed 1 day ago
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At a glance

Compensation
No compensation found
Location
Pike Road, AL
Schedule
Full-time
Work Authorization
Not specified

Job overview

Carter Lumber is hiring an Outside Sales Representative. A Townsend Building Supply (a division of Carter Lumber) Outside Sales Representative is responsible for finding sales opportunities and completing sales primarily with local contractors. This is accomplished by identifying target customers, making calls, visiting job sites and assisting customers in a timely and efficient manner with their projects and related product knowledge. Sales techniques, developing customers, following through with commitments and heavy communication are all components of this position. A strong belief in the mission and goals of the company are necessary to this position.

Key focus areas include Identify target customers, increase and maintain market share., Collect and keep up-to-date information on customers’ product use and trends., and Service contractors by selling building materials and installed sales services..

Important skills include Sales Techniques, Developing Customers, Communication, Increase Sales, Improve Profitability, and Read And Interpret Blueprints. Preferred (not required): Identifying Target Customers, Market Share Maintenance, Market Share Increase, and Selling Building Materials.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

Sales TechniquesDeveloping CustomersCommunicationIncrease SalesImprove ProfitabilityRead and Interpret BlueprintsUnderstand Construction PracticesTeam Member ParticipationIdentifying Target CustomersMarket Share MaintenanceMarket Share IncreaseSelling Building MaterialsSelling Installed Sales ServicesCredit Program DeterminationFollowing Up on Sales LeadsMonitoring Market TrendsGrowing Company ReputationAssisting With Take-OffsCommunicating Scheduling CommitmentsCommunicating Delivery CommitmentsIdentifying Personal Growth NeedsIdentifying Learning OpportunitiesContinued Learning on ProductsContinued Learning on PackagesContinued Learning on Procedures

Qualifications

Previous Experience Selling Building Materials to ContractorsPrevious Knowledge and Experience in the Building Materials IndustryWork a Flexible ScheduleWork WeekendsWork HolidaysRequired Orientation CompletionSafety Training Completion

Benefits

Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
401(k) Match
Paid Time Off

Full job description

Outside Sales Representative

Pike Road, AL

Full Time

Sales

Experienced

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A Townsend Building Supply (a division of Carter Lumber) Outside Sales Representative is responsible for finding sales opportunities and completing sales primarily with local contractors. This is accomplished by identifying target customers, making calls, visiting job sites and assisting customers in a timely and efficient manner with their projects and related product knowledge. Sales techniques, developing customers, following through with commitments and heavy communication are all components of this position. A strong belief in the mission and goals of the company are necessary to this position.

Requirements to be Considered for the Position:

  • Previous experience selling building materials to contractors

  • Previous knowledge and experience in the building materials industry

  • Demonstrated ability to increase sales and improve profitability

  • Ability to read and interpret blueprints and understand construction practices

  • Ability to participate effectively as a team member

  • Ability to work a flexible schedule, including weekends and holidays

Responsibilities of the Position:

Sales & Relationship

  • Building Identifies target customers, increases and maintains market share.

  • Collects and keeps up-to-date information on customers’ product use and trends.

  • Services contractors by selling building materials and installed sales services.

  • Determines appropriate credit program based on customer’s needs.

  • Meets and/or exceeds sales and profit goals by following up on sales leads, monitoring market trends and growing the positive reputation of the company.

  • Ensures customer satisfaction by assisting with take-offs and communicating scheduling and delivery commitments.

Communication

  • Keeps lines of communication open between the team members at the store and customers to ensure that service is accurate and timely.

Knowledge & Training

  • Identifies personal growth needs and learning opportunities.

  • Completes required orientation and safety training.

  • Commits to continued learning on products, packages, procedures and more.

Benefits (full-time employees)

  • Health, Dental, Vision (Single and Family Plans) available after 30 days of employment

  • Short and Long-Term Disability

  • Company-paid life insurance and AD&D

  • Optional supplemental life insurance

  • Company-match 401(k)

  • Vacation time and paid holidays

  • Vendor incentives

  • Room for growth; we promote from within!

  • Military encouraged to apply!

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