Outside Sales Representative

84 Lumber Company

$80K — $250K *
Retail & Consumer Goods
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 5+ years of sales experience, preferably in the building materials industry.
  • Proven track record of meeting and exceeding sales targets.
  • Strong ability to build relationships and communicate effectively with clients.
  • Proficiency in analyzing sales data and market conditions.
  • Capability to handle multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment.
  • Experience in reading architectural prints and creating material estimates.

Responsibilities

  • Builds and nurtures a network to source new sales leads.
  • Identifies customer needs and recommends appropriate products or services.
  • Demonstrates products to clients, showcasing their benefits and features.
  • Ensures customer satisfaction and manages post-sale relationships.
  • Communicates new offerings to maintain interest among existing customers.
  • Maintains accurate records of sales activities and customer interactions.
  • Provides sales forecasts for assigned territory.

Benefits

  • Comprehensive health and wellness benefits.
  • 401(k) retirement plan with company matching.
  • Generous paid time off and holidays.
  • Ongoing training and professional development opportunities.
  • Employee discounts on products and services.
Full Job Description
The Outside Sales Representative ("OSR") will customarily and regularly sell products and services offered by 84 Lumber to current and new clientele away from 84 Lumber stores and other locations. This position is responsible for continuing positive customer relationships and identifying new potential customers. This position is also responsible for achieving predetermined sales goals at an acceptable margin Responsibilities • Builds and maintains a network of sources from which to identify new sales leads. • Communicates with customers and leads to identify and understand their product or service needs; identifies and suggests products and services to meet those needs. • Demonstrates the functions and utility of products or services to customers based on their needs. • Ensures customer satisfaction through ongoing communication and relationship management; resolves any issues that may arise post-sale. • Maintains communication with existing and previous customers, alerting them of new products, services, and enhancements that may be of interest. • Maintains detailed reports of sales activities including calls, orders, sales, lost business, and any customer or vendor relationship problems. • Provides periodic territory sales forecasts. Qualifications • Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills. • Excellent sales and negotiation skills. • Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail. • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills. • Ability to function well in a high-paced and at times stressful environment. • Reading prints. • Creating material estimates. • Sourcing special orders.

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