Product Specialist 3.7 3.7 out of 5 stars Duluth, MN 55811 $30

• $35 an hour
• Full-time Spherion-Duluth, MN 4,491 reviews $30
• $35 an hour

• Full-time Salary:

  $30
• 35 per hour + none

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S_176553 We are a premier staffing agency hiring a Product Specialist on behalf of a top-tier home improvement and building materials provider. In this showroom-based role, you will bridge the gap between product expertise, estimating, and sales. You'll work directly with both homeowners and contractors to design complete exterior solutions using premium, industry-leading brands for siding, decking, and railing systems.

What You'll Do Consult & Guide:

Work with homeowners and contractors in a modern showroom to guide them through product selection, project scope, and pricing. Estimate with

Precision:

Review architectural plans and perform material take-offs to build accurate project estimates and final proposals. Be the

Expert:

Provide deep product knowledge on premium exterior materials (including siding, decking, railings, and doors) and explain manufacturing capabilities clearly.

Deliver Excellence:

Ensure a seamless, professional experience for every customer from their initial inquiry to the final handshake.

Collaborate:

Partner with internal teams to make sure every order is executed perfectly.

What We're Looking For Industry Know-How:

Solid experience in exterior building products, construction estimating, remodeling, or residential sales.

Product Familiarity:

Good knowledge of exterior systems and premium brands (like composite decking, advanced siding, and railing systems).

Blueprint Literacy:

Comfort reading architectural plans and generating accurate material lists.

Communication Skills:

A consultative, friendly approach with top-notch communication and customer service skills.

Tech & Math Savvy:

Strong attention to detail with pricing, alongside comfort using Microsoft Excel and QuickBooks. Bonus Points (Preferred) You have an entrepreneurial mindset and are excited about the opportunity to help expand and develop an exterior building products division. You naturally keep your finger on the pulse of market conditions and competitor products. If you have a knack for building materials, love consulting with clients, and want to help grow a booming division, we want to hear from you! Spherion has helped thousands of people just like you find work happiness! Our experienced staff will listen carefully to your employment needs and then work diligently to match your skills and qualifications to the right job and company. Whether you're looking for temporary, temp-to-perm or direct hire opportunities, no one works harder for you than Spherion.

Equal Opportunity Employer:

Race, Color, Religion, Sex, Sexual Orientation, Gender Identity, National Origin, Age, Genetic Information, Disability, Protected Veteran Status, or any other legally protected group status. At Spherion, we welcome people of all abilities and want to ensure that our hiring and interview process meets the needs of all applicants. If you require a reasonable accommodation to make your application or interview experience a great one, please contact Callcenter@spherion.com. Pay offered to a successful candidate will be based on several factors including the candidate's education, work experience, work location, specific job duties, certifications, etc. In addition, Spherion offers a comprehensive benefits package, including: medical, prescription, dental, vision, AD&D, and life insurance offerings, short-term disability, and a 401K plan (all benefits are based on eligibility).