Builder – Sales Associate* Position Available In Richland, South Carolina

Builder – Sales Associate• 2.9 2.9 out of 5 stars Columbia, SC Rite Rug, the largest privately owned flooring installation company in the U.S., with a strong 90-year history, is seeking a sales professional.

POSITION SUMMARY

This position would be primarily focused on single family, multi-family new construction and light commercial work. This is not an in-store position. The Ideal candidate would have knowledge of the flooring industry and /or preexisting relationships with the local construction market. We will train the right person in any area required. Success = Excelling at both cultivating existing relationships and generating new leads/growing new accounts to fruition. Competitive compensation and benefits package will be tailored to your experience. This is no limit to where you can go – Rite Rug will follow your success!

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Market floor covering, turn-key installation and additional accessories to local Builders. Develop and maintain positive customer relationships. Understand all Rite Rug products, accessories, and services; along with market competition and how to utilize products to support and grow the company. Achieve and exceed Company directed performance goals. Review and analyze sales and usage reports in order to manage + maintain profitability. Create bids and Builder product programs. Develop + communicate product knowledge to customers. Implement process and onboarding with Internal Operations team. Manage quality communication with customers and internal team members. Execute onboarding process and procedures for new and existing clients. Expand customer base by converting prospects into new clients. Continue maintaining customer relationships on a direct level, while also maintaining a presence with the internal operations team during entire customer process – start to finish.

QUALIFICATIONS AND REQUIREMENTS

Have earned a minimum of a High School Diploma or equivalent. Presentation skills, price negotiation, and organization are a MUST! Experience in the flooring industry is a plus. Problem-solving skills with a solutionist reputation Must be results-oriented and able to work both independently and within a team environment. Good communication and people skills Experience with the Builder industry and basic construction knowledge is preferred. Efficient organizational and time management skills Execute effective and professional oral and written communication skills. Proficient in all Microsoft Office programs, especially Excel Self – Motivated and Reliable Able to effectively communicate with clients, internal staff, and subcontractors. Comfortability in public speaking and social engagements Action taker and implementer Focus on team dynamic. #ZR