Counter/Inside Sales-Linn Creek Missouri

Mid-City Lumber • Linn Creek, MO

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Mid-City Lumber, Ltd. is a longstanding Mid-Missouri business that has served local contractors and homeowners since 1969. With convenient locations in Columbia, Jefferson City, Boonville, Sedalia, and Linn Creek, we pride ourselves on being a trusted resource for quality building materials and expert guidance. Our team is built on a "people first" philosophy, offering a casual, family-oriented work environment where helping our customers get the job done right is our top priority. We are currently looking for dedicated individuals to join our crew and help us continue our mission of providing fast, reliable service to the communities we call home.

Requirements

• A solid grasp of wood species (Cedar, Fir, Pine), grades and dimensions (nominal vs. actual).
• Ability to quickly calculate square footage, linear footage, and waste factors for customer estimates.
• A thick skin and a helpful attitude; the ability to handle the "morning rush" of busy contractors who need to get back to the job site.
• Familiarity with related building materials like composite decking (Trex/Azek), siding, and insulation.
• Handling phone inquiries while simultaneously managing a line of in-person customers.
• 1–3 years in retail sales or construction.
• High School Diploma required.
• Must be able to pass a drug test within 72 hours of offer acceptance.
• Must be able to pass a background check.

Nice To Haves

• Many top performers are former "field" workers (framers or carpenters) looking to move into an indoor role.

Responsibilities

• Consulting with customers to determine their project needs (e.g., pressure-treated for decks vs. kiln-dried for framing) and suggesting the correct fasteners, hardware, and accessories.
• Processing sales, quotes, and "will-call" tickets using industry-specific software (like Spruce, Epicor, or BizTrack).
• Calculating "board footage" and providing accurate pricing based on current lumber commodity markets.
• Communicating via radio or computer with yard staff to ensure orders are pulled correctly and loaded safely into customer vehicles.
• Keeping the retail showroom stocked, labeled, and clean-specifically managing high-turnover items like tape measures, saw blades, and structural screws.
• Identifying high-volume contractors and passing their information to the Outside Sales team for long-term account management.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED