Outside Sales Representative

84 Lumber Company

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

Qualifications

  • 5-7 years of sales experience in a similar field, preferably in building materials or construction supplies.
  • Demonstrated success in achieving sales targets and maintaining client relationships.
  • Strong interpersonal skills for effective communication and customer service.
  • Proven negotiation skills to close sales effectively.
  • Ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities in a fast-paced environment.
  • Proficient with technical drawings or blueprints to assist in product selection.
  • Experience in generating and managing material estimates and special orders.

Responsibilities

  • Cultivate a robust network for new sales lead generation.
  • Engage with customers to assess and understand their specific product needs.
  • Present product demonstrations tailored to customer requirements.
  • Manage customer satisfaction and resolve post-sale issues promptly.
  • Stay connected with previous and current customers to inform them about new offerings.
  • Document and track sales activities, including calls, orders, and relationship issues.
  • Provide territory sales forecasts on a regular basis.

Benefits

  • Health insurance options to support employees and their families.
  • 401(k) retirement plan to assist with long-term savings.
  • Paid time off including vacation days and holidays for work-life balance.
  • Opportunities for career advancement within the company.
  • Employee discounts on products to incentivize staff loyalty.
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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