Retail Sales Representative I

GAF•San Diego, CA

14d•$60,000 - $82,500

About The Position

We're a driven and supportive team focused on revolutionizing the sales and marketing strategies within the home improvement retail industry. Our mission? We are committed to elevating the roofing category to new heights. As a key contributor to our growth strategy, you will play a pivotal role in driving sales and profitability for key accounts, including both new and existing contractors. Additionally, you will be responsible for fostering strong relationships with our large national retail partners to ensure long-term success. If you are passionate about building strategic partnerships and driving business growth, we invite you to join us on this exciting journey! As our Outside Retail Sales Representative, you'll be the heartbeat of our sales efforts, ensuring the seamless flow and sale of GAF products across national retail stores. Your mission is to educate, promote, and drive the growth of our brand, making an impact that you can be proud of.

Requirements

H.S. Diploma or General Education Degree (GED) Required
Bachelor’s Degree Preferred
Experience: 1+ years of customer facing experience and proficient in building strong relationships with various stakeholders
Skills: Proven time management abilities; exceptional written, organization, communication & presentation skills; proficient in Google Suite and MS Office
Attributes: Highly motivated, independent, and possessing a strong desire for advancement within roofing sales.
Travel & Mobility: Ability to travel daily within your assigned territory. We will provide you with a company vehicle. Some overnight travel required, varying by region
Valid driver’s license required

Nice To Haves

Experience in the building materials industry is a plus
Bachelor’s Degree preferred, but a keen interest and motivation to grow in sales are equally valued
Experience with SalesForce and Tableau is a bonus
Bilingual is a plus

Responsibilities

Analyze performance to identify successes, areas for improvement, and strategic opportunities to help clients stay ahead of competitors.
Know when to follow client requests and when to guide them toward better decisions.
Prospect, own, and develop leads through the sales funnel, turning potential Contractor opportunities into wins, through value-selling the benefits of GAF products, tools & resources.
Overcome objections and convert hurdles into growth opportunities, while selling the GAF value proposition.
Educate customers on products and market trends through meetings and store visits.
Communicate complex topics (like market conditions) in a clear and professional manner.
Work with Retail Outside selling teams to establish trust and support as the expert in roofing when working with them or their customers on large projects
Build instant rapport with clients through strong communication and diplomacy.
Hone your skills with strong negotiating tactics, leveraging value propositions to position our clients as industry leaders.
The Field Sales Representative will train individuals or small groups within the Big Box stores (Home Depot & Lowe’s) with an emphasis on general product knowledge, application techniques, and best practices.
Utilize Salesforce and Tableau to compile insightful reports to strategize next steps, identifying opportunities to go above and beyond.
Become a trusted advisor by continuously networking, both with existing customers and potential new ones.
Build strong relationships with contractors and customers, becoming their go-to advisor.
Thrive in an environment where your problem-solving skills lead to favorable outcomes.
Develop meaningful relationships with a wide network, from in-store retail management teams to contractors, becoming their go-to consultant.
This position will develop and maintain close working relationships with the Retail Sales Service Manager, Pro Retail Specialist, GAF Territory Sales Managers, Big Box home improvement retail management teams, inside and outside pro associates, merchandising teams, and store associates.
This position will partner closely with internal stakeholders to provide the best service to our customers and contractors.

Benefits

We offer a wide range of health insurance options that include medical, dental, and vision for you and your family.
Our Family-Building benefits support the many different journeys to fertility and parenthood.
Our robust 401K plan includes an employer match contribution with your pre-tax and/or Roth contributions.
Other exciting programs and perks are available to help employees achieve work-life balance, including (but not limited to) a wellness program, free financial coaching, a referral program, and product rebates when purchased for an employee’s primary residence.
Professional growth and development are very important to us! We offer internal training programs and courses, as well as a generous tuition reimbursement program.
We're committed to fostering a culture that reflects our values to connect, empower, evolve, and inspire. We offer many opportunities for employees to connect with one another, including through our Employee Resource Groups who focus on education and allyship for all of our employees.

Stand Out From the Crowd

Upload your resume and get instant feedback on how well it matches this job.

Upload and Match Resume