Outside Sales Representative - Lumber
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Overview
Schedule
Full-time
Career level
Senior-level
Compensation
$35,000-$40,000/year
Benefits
Health Insurance
Career Development
Job Description
Benefits:
- Employee discounts
- 401(k) matching
- Bonus based on performance
- Company car
- Competitive salary
- Health insurance
- Opportunity for advancement
You might be a great fit if…
- You enjoy serving others as we would like to be served.
- Making the best even better.
- You enjoy making a difference in your community.
- You enjoy helping others.
- You enjoy working in teams.
- You're motivated to learn new skills.
Job Summary:
Outside sales representatives are responsible for building relationships with both new and existing contractor and builder customers. They will be responsible for providing excellent customer service while exemplifying the values of our business. Their job will include, but is not limited to, the following responsibilities:
Responsibilities:
- Meet with new and current customers to understand their needs and find solutions.
- Keep management up to date on existing orders.
- Maintain accurate records of leads, sales, and customer accounts.
- Read blueprints and prepare or assist in preparing materials take-off lists.
- Present accurate quotes and sales proposals to customers in a timely and professional manner.
- Ensure quotes offer value to customers while maintaining appropriate profit margins.
- Help the company meet or exceed sales targets.
- Work with inside sales staff to ensure accurate pricing, delivery, and invoicing of customer orders.
- Provide customers with accurate and well-researched product information, including application and specifications.
- Visit job sites regularly to ensure product delivery and provide continued customer support.
- Have an understanding of the building industry's best practices, from the framing and rough-in to finishing materials.
- Stay current on local building codes, industry norms, new products, and product specifications. This may include attending training and industry events.
- Develop and maintain relationships with vendors, inside sales staff, and store personnel.
- Monitor the competition’s pricing, product offering, services, fees, and marketing efforts so that our company stays competitive.
- Investigate and resolve customer issues with our products or services in a timely manner.
- May be responsible for helping pull and deliver products to customer job sites.
- Support and educate all company sales personnel in the outside sales process.
Qualifications:
- Positive attitude and good work ethic.
- Self-motivated and driven to meet sales goals.
- Comfortable interacting with both new and existing customers.
- Ability to work flexible hours based on customer needs.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Strong time management and organizational skills.
- Willingness to learn new products and processes to keep up with changes in the industry.
- Well-developed selling and relationship management skills.
Goals:
- To create the maximum number of sales for our market area in a specific business segment.
- Transform customers into business partners who look to our business for project solutions.
Compensation: $35,000.00 - $40,000.00 per year
No matter who you are or where you call home, you add something powerful to any team you're on. Maybe it's a drive to achieve, a need to discover or create, or a desire to help others. As a part of our team, you'll use your unique talents, vision, and passion to help support our communities—through the best of times and the greatest challenges.
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FAQs About Outside Sales Representative - Lumber Jobs at La Crosse Lumber Company
What is the work location for this position at La Crosse Lumber Company?
This job at La Crosse Lumber Company is located in Havana, Illinois, according to the details provided by the employer. Some roles may also include multiple work locations depending on the requirement.
What pay range can candidates expect for this role at La Crosse Lumber Company?
Candidates can expect a pay range of $35,000 and $40,000 per year.
What employment applies to this position at La Crosse Lumber Company?
La Crosse Lumber Company lists this role as a Full-time position.
What experience level is required for this role at La Crosse Lumber Company?
La Crosse Lumber Company is looking for a candidate with "Senior-level" experience level.
What is the process to apply for this position at La Crosse Lumber Company?
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