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Lumber & Building Materials Outside Sales Associate
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What they do
A Retail Sales Associate sells merchandise or products in a retail store. Provides information about store merchandise, assists customers with finding items and encourages sales.
$33,614 / year median in Pennsylvania
-5% projected decline
Job Description
Company Overview Wehrung's Lumber & Home Center is a proud family-owned business with over 75 years of dedicated service. Our focus is on providing exceptional customer experiences across a wide range of construction and building needs, from small DIY projects to large contractor jobs. We are committed to fostering a motivated team environment that strives for excellence and growth.
Role Description:
The LBM Outside Sales Representative will be part of a family-owned business. The LBM Outside Sales Representative will drive new business and grow existing accounts. Leverage our multiple product lines to sell lumber, windows, deck/rail, exterior doors, exterior trim, siding, millwork, flooring, and kitchens directly to builders, remodelers, GC's, sub-contractors, and architects. You must be able to thrive in a fast past, customer driven environment. A successful Wehrung's OSR will have a professional work ethic and will embrace new practices to keep up with the changing business.
General Responsibilities and Duties:
Cultivate prospects for new business and support existing customers. Travel to cold call contractor offices and job sites in your territory to drive new business. Become knowledgeable of manufacturers & building materials that we work with. Leverage our multiple product lines to cross sell and maximize profits. Yielding increased opportunities to secure customer business and increased commissions. Sell lumber, windows, deck/rail, exterior doors, exterior trim, siding, millwork, and flooring. Collaborate with our Kitchen, flooring, retail, and Precast departments to aid in maximizing sales for the company. Must be able to work on their own and in a team atmosphere, supporting other sales associates with your experience and knowledge. Effectively communicate concepts and recommended courses of action to meet and exceed sales plans through weekly snapshots and strategy meetings. Demonstrate the ability to critically evaluate complex problems and recommend the appropriate course of action. Ability to manage difficult situations and maintain professionalism. Participate in company events and attend company sponsored training programs. Represent company at trade association meetings to promote business and develop relationships. Qualify accurate customer needs and submit orders based on vendor lead times. You will prepare and qualify quotes and orders for customers through collaboration with the store support staff. Manage your open order file. Assist in collecting accounts receivable. Other duties as assigned.
Supervisory Responsibilities:
None Required Skills/Abilities:
Eligible to work in the U.S Able to read and take off material lists from blueprints. Excellent communication skills; capable of building trusting relationships. Proficient computer skills including Word, Excel & order entry systems. Open to cross-training
Education:
Minimum 2 years in the building supply & construction industry. Minimum 2 years Outside Sales experience required. High school diploma or GED equivalent
Physical Requirements:
• Prolonged sitting or standing
Benefits:
Medical Insurance Dental Insurance Vision insurance Company sponsored Life Insurance Company sponsored Long Term Disability Insurance Employee Assistance Program (EAP) 401k with a company match Paid time-off
Benefit Conditions:
Some benefits may have a waiting period or hours requirement Only full-time employees eligible for health insurance and paid time off
Schedule:
Travel locally 50%-75% to customer offices and jobsites. Monday through Friday.
Pay Range:
Base, plus commission, mileage expense.
Commensurate with experience.
Supplemental Pay:
Bonus opportunity
Benefits:
401(k) matching Dental insurance Employee assistance program Employee discount Health insurance Life insurance Mileage reimbursement Paid time off Vision insurance Ability to
Commute:
Ottsville, PA 18942 (Required)
Work Location:
In person
Benefits
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
- 401(k) Plans
- Health and Wellness Programs
- Health Insurance