Sales Representative - Ready Mix Concrete

Experience Required

3 - 7 years

Minimum Education Required

High School Diploma/G.E.D.

Compensation

$ / yearly

Hours Per Week

40

Number Of Positions

1

Job Description

Description

Great Pay! Great Benefits! Strong Teams! Knife River is a PEOPLE-first company. Our teams are the foundation of our success, and we're committed to providing the training, tools and support to do great work and go home safely at the end of each day. Join a team that looks out for one another and supports career growth from day one.

Job Summary:

We are seeking a motivated and results-driven Sales Representative to lead ready-mix concrete sales for a single-plant operation within a larger, well-established organization. This role is responsible for developing new business, maintaining strong customer relationships, and maximizing plant utilization within the local market.

The ideal candidate understands the construction industry, thrives in a competitive environment, and can balance customer service with profitability and operational constraints.

Duties and/or responsibilities:

Sales & Business Development

Develop and grow ready-mix concrete sales within the local market area

Identify and pursue new business opportunities with contractors, developers, and project owners

Maintain and expand relationships with existing customers to ensure repeat business

Actively track project pipelines, bids, and upcoming work in the territory

Customer Relationship Management

Serve as the primary contact for key accounts and jobsite stakeholders

Provide product knowledge, mix recommendations, and technical support (in coordination with QC when needed)

Conduct regular job-site visits to ensure customer satisfaction and identify additional opportunities

Resolve customer concerns related to pricing, delivery, and product performance

Pricing & Profitability

Develop and manage pricing strategies in alignment with company guidelines

Balance volume, margin, and plant capacity to maximize profitability of the operation

Monitor job costing and performance to ensure projects meet financial targets

Collaborate with leadership on strategic bidding and contract negotiations

Operational Coordination

Work closely with order takers, dispatch, plant personnel, and QC staff to ensure smooth execution of customer orders

Communicate project requirements, schedules, and special conditions to operations teams

Align sales efforts with plant capabilities, material availability, and trucking resources

Help manage demand to maintain consistent plant utilization

Market Intelligence

Monitor local market conditions, including competitor activity, pricing trends, and construction demand

Provide feedback to leadership on market opportunities and risks

Support forecasting and production planning efforts

Corporate Alignment

Execute company sales strategies and initiatives at the local level

Maintain accurate CRM data, sales reports, and forecasts

Collaborate with regional sales and operations teams to share best practices

Qualifications

3-7+ years of sales experience, preferably in ready-mix concrete, aggregates, or construction materials

Strong understanding of construction processes, project timelines, and concrete applications

Proven track record of building relationships and growing sales

Valid driver's license required

Bachelor's degree preferred (or equivalent industry experience)

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

Strong relationship-building and negotiation skills

High level of business acumen (pricing, margins, volume management)

Ability to manage multiple projects and customers simultaneously

Excellent communication and problem-solving skills

Self-motivated with a strong sense of ownership over the assigned territory

Ability to work cross-functionally with operations, QC, and leadership teams

Work Environment

Combination of office, plant, and field-based work, including frequent jobsite visits

Fast-paced environment tied to construction schedules and seasonal demand

Flexible hours as needed to meet customer and project requirements

What We Offer

Competitive base salary plus commission/bonus structure

Company vehicle or vehicle allowance

Comprehensive benefits package (medical, dental, vision, 401k)

Paid time off and holidays

Opportunity to grow within a large, established organization while maintaining local market ownership

Apply Today

If you are driven to win business, build lasting customer relationships, and play a key role in a high-performing operation, we encourage you to apply.

How To Apply

You may apply online at http://jobs.kniferiver.net

If unable to apply online, mail completed application to:

PO Box 80066

Billings, MT 59108

Subject to pre-employment drug testing and background checks.

Veterans: Put your Skills to Work with Us!

At Knife River, we are committed to helping our military transition to civilian life. We are constantly looking to add veterans to our workforce and want to make the transition as smooth as possible. There are many jobs within the military that are transferable to our Sales Representative position!

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For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.

Knife River is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, age, color, religion, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status or any other protected category under applicable state/federal law.

Is this a registered apprenticeship?

False

Place of Work

On-site

Requisition ID

SALES003769

Job Type

Full Time