Full-time onsite · Day · 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Job Description:
We are seeking a highly motivated individual who possesses a strong work ethic, speaking, and negotiation abilities and an interest in the construction industry to fill our Outside Sales Associate position. Having a background in selling lumber and trusses is a plus. The ideal candidate will prospect and generate new commercial business as well as perform cold calls in the field to generate new permanent sales. This candidate will support existing clients and conduct product demonstrations.
You will be assigned an Inside Sales Coordinator to assist. We provide vehicle allowance, gas allowance, mobile phone, competitive benefits package, and offers a tremendous opportunity for upward mobility. This position reports to the Outside Sales Manager.
About Us:
Associated Truss & Lumber Co. is a growing company that specializes in designing quality roof and floor trusses to exact customer specification using the state of the art MiTek® design software and lumber sale in the manufacturing industry. We are a family-owned local business with 110 local employees that mold and drive the company where it is today.
Your responsibilities:
- Present and sell company products and services to new and existing customers.
- Prospect and contact potential customers both in the residential and commercial fields.
- Reach agreed upon sales targets by the deadline.
- Resolve customer inquiries and complaints.
- Set follow-up appointments to keep customers aware of the latest developments.
- Perform building material take-offs.
- Travel regularly throughout the area to call on regular and prospective customers to solicit orders or talk with customers by phone.
- Coordinate with Inside Sales Coordinator for estimating, quotes, and to keep account activities up to date.
- Collaborate with the Design and Estimating Team to ensure design accuracy and the delivery deadline are met.
- Develop and maintain customer relationships.
Qualifications:
- Background in Business, Marketing, Sales, or related field highly preferred.
- Extensive experience in lumber, floor, and roof trusses in commercial and multifamily businesses preferred.
- Strong presentation, negotiation, and closing skills
- Highly motivated and able to work independently to meet or exceed goals
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to build rapport with clients
- Deadline and detail-oriented
Salary and Benefits:
Flexible work hours. Paid vacation after the first year. Medical, dental, and eye care plans are available. 401(k) plan available. Competitive base salary with great commission potential. Raises based on an annual performance review. We promote from within.
Education/Experience:
- High school diploma or GED (Required).
- Degree in a 4-year accredited university (Preferred).
- Previous sales experience in lumber and/or trusses.
Physical Demands:
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an associate to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. The employee must lift and move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $40,000.00 - $150,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Flexible schedule
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Compensation package:
- Bonus opportunities
- Commission pay
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Monday to Friday
Experience:
- Lumber Sales: 1 year (Required)
License/Certification:
- Driver's License (Required)
Work Location: In person