Contractor Sales Specialist

Curtis Lumber Co.

Ballston Spa, NYFull-time$24–27/hrPosted 7mo agoSeen in employer's feed 3 days ago

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At a glance

Compensation

$24–27/hr

Location

Ballston Spa, NY

Schedule

Full-time

Work Authorization

Not specified

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Job overview

Curtis Lumber Co. is hiring a Contractor Sales Specialist. Curtis Lumber is seeking a Contractor Sales Specialist to work directly with customers, contractors, and builders. This role involves understanding customer needs, providing solutions, and offering expert advice on building materials. The specialist will process orders, manage inventory, and build strong relationships to ensure repeat business and customer loyalty.

Key focus areas include Interact with potential and existing customers and contractors, Participate in preconstruction meetings and job site consultations, and Offer expert advice on building materials and products.

Successful candidates bring Sales Experience in Construction. Important skills include Customer Service, Communication, Negotiation, Multitasking, and Time Management. Preferred (not required): Customer Engagement, Product Knowledge, Order Management, and Relationship Building.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

Customer ServiceCommunicationNegotiationMultitaskingTime ManagementCustomer EngagementProduct KnowledgeOrder ManagementRelationship Building

Qualifications

Sales ExperienceConstruction Industry ExperienceBuilding Materials Industry Experience

Benefits

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k) Match

Paid Time Off

Tuition Assistance

Full job description

Job Posting information

Build Your Career with Curtis Lumber!

Founded in 1890, Curtis Lumber is a family owned and operated building materials retailer, one of 100 largest and fastest-growing in the nation. Our employees enjoy competitive pay a n d excellent benefits coupled with ideal business hours allowing for a healthy work life balance. We recognize our employees hard work and dedication are the driving force of our success, and we continually look for ways to reward them.

Curtis Lumber’s Inside Contractor Sales position is a customer-facing role which typically involves working directly with customers, contractors, and builders to provide them with the materials and support they need for their projects. This role often includes tasks such as:

Responsibilities:
Customer Engagement: Interact with potential and existing customers and contractors at the sales counter or via phone/email to understand their needs and provide solutions. Participate in preconstruction meetings and job site consultations.
Product Knowledge: Having a deep understanding of building materials and products to offer expert advice. Conduct material takeoffs and provide accurate quotes. Assist customers with selecting appropriate building materials for their projects.
Order Management: Processing orders, ensuring timely delivery, and managing inventory by coordinating with warehouse and delivery personnel to ensure timely and accurate order fulfillment. Communicate with outside sales representatives on customer orders, requirements, problems or concerns and changes.
Relationship Building: Developing strong relationships with contractors to ensure repeat business and customer loyalty.

Qualifications:

Proven experience in sales, preferably in the construction or building materials industry.
Excellent customer service skills.
Strong communication, negotiation, and customer service skills.
Ability to multitask and manage time effectively.

Curtis Lumber’s inside contractor sales employees are dedicated salespeople who assist customers and contractors with their projects, from start to finish. Inside contractor sales employees also heavily support our Outside Contractor Sales team to meet and exceed sales goals.

$24 - $27 per hour starting rate depending on experience!

Full Time 40+ Hours per week Monday Through Friday 7am - 5pm

If you are ready to Build your Career, apply now to connect with our Recruitment team today!

PERKS FOR OUR PEOPLE!

Comprehensive Benefit Package - Medical, Dental, Vision • Competitive Wages • 401k with Company Match • Ideal Retail Hours • Paid Holidays & PTO • Bereavement Pay • Profit Sharing•529 College Savings • Employee Assistance Program • Tuition Reimbursement • Boot Reimbursement • Employee Discount • Community Events • Employee Referral Program

Email us: [email protected]

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LocationUS-NY-Ballston Spa

ID2025-3225

Category Sales

Position Type Non-Exempt - FT

Min Pay Range USD $24.00/Hr.

Max Pay Range USD $27.00/Hr.