Outside Sales Representative (7195)

L&W Supply • Fort Collins, CO

15d • $50,000 - $100,000

About The Position

L&W Supply is a leading specialty distributor of drywall, ceiling tiles, steel framing and other building materials used by commercial and residential contractors. L&W Supply delivers the products and capabilities offered by a national distributor paired with the service and personal touch usually found only in a locally owned business. L&W Supply is looking for a service oriented Outside Sales Representative to cultivate relationships and take its sales to the next level.

Requirements

• College degree (Business, Sales or other related field) or equivalent combination of education and experience
• Proven experience in business development and strong sales skills
• Must have valid driver’s license, own reliable transportation, be able to pass MVR check, and vehicle insurance must meet company’s requirements
• Exceptional verbal and written communication, interpersonal and public speaking skills
• Professional appearance and demeanor
• Superior time-management and organization skills
• Positive, team-oriented attitude

Nice To Haves

• Specific industry knowledge, including both familiarity with product lines and the overall building contractor process, is preferred

Responsibilities

• Cultivating and managing customer relationships
• Conduct all steps of the sales process with customers
• Create and pursue customer leads
• Create a sales plan and target customers accordingly
• Identify and execute on opportunities to up-sell and cross-sell
• Making cold calls to prospective customers
• Following sales leads and scheduling appointments with prospective customers
• Following up with customers and providing solutions, should a service concern arise
• Providing training to customers and their teams on various product lines and services
• Direct the creation of quotes for customers
• Solicit feedback from customers on products and services and provide to the Sales Manager and/or Branch Manager for appropriate follow-up action
• Gather competitive market and pricing information
• Connecting with customers to ensure that past due bills are paid and collect payments when necessary

Benefits

• Health, dental, and vision coverage - eligible after 60 days, low out of pocket
• 401(k) with generous company match - eligible after 60 days, immediately vested
• Employer paid employee assistance program
• Employer paid short term and long term disability
• Employer paid life insurance
• Flex spending
• Paid vacation
• Paid sick days
• Paid holidays
• Vehicle allowance
• Expense account

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees