Outside Sales Rep

OUTSIDE SALES REP IN CORNELIUS

Date Posted:

Thursday, April 9, 2026 ? Job Snapshot

Employee Type:

Permanent

Location:

North Carolina , Cornelius Job Description Outside Sales Rep - Building Materials We are looking for an outgoing and energetic Outside Sales Rep in the Building Materials industry to join our growing team! As the Outside Sales Rep, you will be responsible for building and maintaining strong relationships with customers, identifying new business opportunities, and achieving sales targets. You will utilize your building materials knowledge, particularly in lumber, trusses, and various exterior building products to effectively communicate and demonstrate the value of our client's products to customers. The Outside Sales Rep will reach business targets through effective management of designated territories and physical visits to customer and contractor sites and locations.

Job Type:

Full Time Responsibilities for the

Outside Sales Rep:

Ensure delivery of target sales by meeting with customers and maintaining relationships Recommend service and product enhancements to improve sales potential Analyze plans and trends to ensure best assignment of territories, clients, and service distribution. Maintain technical and professional knowledge by reviewing professional publications, participating in industry networks, and growing lasting client relationships Establish sales objectives by projecting expected sales volumes and forecasting. Remain relevant with economic indicators, changing trends, supply and demand shifts, and product mix. Positively contribute to full sales and customer service teams Develop and collaborate on long- and short-term sales strategies Requirements of the

Outside Sales Rep:

Minimum 3-5+ years of Outside Sales or Account Management experience Strong knowledge of lumber, trusses, and/or other building materials Proven track record of meeting and exceeding sales targets Excellent communication and interpersonal skills Ability to establish rapport and build relationships with customers Highly motivated and results-oriented Strong negotiation and closing skills All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, age, color, sex (including pregnancy), religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, military status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable laws or regulations. GPAC (Growing People and Companies) is an award-winning search firm specializing in placing quality professionals within multiple industries across the United States since 1990. We are extremely competitive, client-focused and realize that our value is in our ability to deliver the right solutions at the right time.