Sales Representative - Lumber And Building Materials

Sales Representative- Lumber and Building MaterialsHartington, NE

Our client is a family-owned lumberyard and building materials dealer rooted in Nebraska for over 70 years, that is committed to delivering quality materials, expert service, and being a trusted partner to residential builders and contractors and homeowners. 

This is a unique opportunity because they are open to people who are interested in Inside Sales Roles as well as an Outside Sales Role. If you have the experience, we will work to create the best role for you!  If you are interested in growing into a management role, that is an option as well.  

Does This Sound Like You?

• Confident, collaborative communicator who builds trust early and often

• Organized and proactive—keeps projects on track, not chasing problems

• Customer-centric; enjoys solving material, estimating, and coordination challenges

• Strong residential construction knowledge or experience

The Experience We’d Love To See:

• Proven sales experience with builders, contractors, or pro accounts

• Comfort with lumberyard product knowledge (lumber, windows, doors, siding, decking, etc.)

• Ability to read blueprints and do material takeoffs / project estimates

• Construction or building materials background, especially in residential markets

• You must have sales experience and construction knowledge or experience to be considered

What You’ll Get To Do:

• Manage customer accounts and projects for builder and contractor customer base

• Build and grow your sales by identifying and pursuing new project opportunities

• Prepare accurate bids and estimates for lumber, windows, doors, siding, decking, and related materials

• Coordinate orders, deliveries, and scheduling so jobs flow smoothly from quote to completion

• Serve as a trusted advisor for customers making decisions on building products

Why You Want This Job:

• A balanced role that blends client servicing with meaningful business growth

• The opportunity to sell the “whole house”—lumber, roofing, windows/doors, millwork, decking and more

• A supportive company culture that values integrity, respect, and resourceful people

• Opportunity to become the go-to lumberyard resource for contractors and builders

• Regular face-to-face customer interaction with real impact on project success

• Ability to grow professionally with a well-respected company that values life-long learning and professional development

This Position Offers:

• Competitive base salary plus performance-based earnings designed to recognize your expertise and reward sales and profitability growth

• Comprehensive benefits: health insurance, dental/vision options, paid time off, holiday pay, and retirement savings with company matching

• 401K with Company Match

• A collaborative environment where your input on process and customer experience matters

Interested in learning more? Please apply now to start the conversation.

All applications and conversations are confidential. If you have concerns about compensation or non-competes or similar issues, apply and we can discuss solutions.

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Master Keyword List

Similar Job Titles:Outside Sales Representative OR Sales Representative OR Builder Sales Specialist OR Pro Sales Representative OR Territory Sales Rep OR Account Manager OR Field Sales Specialist OR Contractor Sales OR Lumberyard Sales Associate OR Construction Materials Sales OR Outside Account Executive

Building Products:lumber, windows, doors, siding, roofing materials, decking, insulation, cabinetry, countertops, trim & drywall, paint & finishes, hardware & tools, contractor supplies, railing, fencing

Industry Keywords & Associations:lumberyard, building materials, pro sales, contractor accounts, residential construction, blueprint reading, material takeoffs, estimating, jobsite delivery, customer experience, drafting and design services, building supply dealer, construction solutions, hardware store products, Do-It-Best, jobsite coordination, field sales, account development