Outside Sales

A leading lumber and building materials company is seeking a motivated and customer-focused Sales Associate to build relationships with contractors, builders, property managers, and homeowners. This role is responsible for generating sales, providing product expertise, preparing quotes, and ensuring customers receive outstanding service throughout the purchasing process.
Key Responsibilities
Develop and maintain relationships with new and existing customers.
Identify customer needs and recommend appropriate lumber, building materials, hardware, and home improvement products.
Generate sales opportunities through phone calls, walk-ins, referrals, and follow-up outreach.
Prepare quotes, estimates, and sales orders accurately and promptly.
Coordinate with purchasing, warehouse, and delivery teams to ensure timely order fulfillment.
Stay current on product offerings, pricing, promotions, and industry trends.
Resolve customer concerns and provide exceptional customer service.
Meet or exceed sales goals and performance metrics.
Maintain accurate customer records and sales activities in company systems.
Participate in store events, contractor outreach, and business development efforts.
Qualifications
1+ years of sales, customer service, or building materials experience preferred.
Knowledge of lumber, hardware, construction materials, or home improvement products is a strong plus.
Strong communication, negotiation, and relationship-building skills.
Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Guaranteed base salary during the initial training and ramp-up period.
Transition to a performance-driven compensation plan with substantial earning potential.