Lumber Sales Representative

Bienville Lumber Company•Ruston, LA

5d•Onsite

About The Position

Bienville Lumber Company, LLC is seeking a motivated and results-driven Lumber Sales Representative to join our growing team in Ruston, Louisiana. As a member of our sales team, you will serve as a trusted resource to customers by providing product knowledge, pricing information, and responsive customer service while supporting the company's commitment to quality, reliability, and long-term partnerships.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED required.
Strong verbal and written communication skills.
Excellent interpersonal and relationship-building abilities.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications.
Experience with prospecting, cold calling, and business development activities.
Strong organizational, planning, and time-management skills.
Self-motivated with the ability to manage multiple priorities effectively.
Problem-solving and troubleshooting skills.
Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Nice To Haves

Previous sales experience preferred.
Experience in lumber, building materials, or forest products is a plus.
Ability to work flexible hours, including occasional evenings or weekends for customer visits, travel, or trade shows.

Responsibilities

Develop and maintain relationships with existing and prospective customers.
Generate sales through outbound calls, networking, prospecting, and lead generation activities.
Respond to customer inquiries regarding products, pricing, availability, and specifications.
Follow up with customers regarding orders, requests, feedback, and sales opportunities.
Coordinate and schedule customer meetings, sales calls, and other business development activities.
Monitor market conditions and industry trends to identify growth opportunities.
Represent the company at industry events, trade shows, and customer visits as needed.
Maintain accurate customer records and sales information within company databases and systems.
Prepare and process customer information to support sales, billing, and communication activities.
Ensure timely and accurate documentation of customer interactions and sales activities.