Sales Representative

SouthernCarlson•Greensboro, NC

4d•Onsite

About The Position

SouthernCarlson is hiring a field-oriented Sales Representative in Greensboro, North Carolina, to build customer relationships and drive sales growth. The role focuses on helping contractors and manufacturers succeed by providing solution-oriented service and maintaining strong customer accounts. The schedule is Monday through Friday, and compensation consists of a base salary plus commission. SouthernCarlson is a distributor of construction and packaging tools, fasteners, jobsite supplies, and related services. The company emphasizes customer service, trust, teamwork, continuous improvement, and a collaborative, family-oriented culture.

Requirements

At least 1 year of sales or business development experience; construction or industrial supply experience is preferred.
Valid driver’s license with an acceptable driving record.
Mechanical aptitude and knowledge of tools, fasteners, or jobsite supplies.
An established industry network or strong ability to build one.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Self-motivated, detail-oriented, and solution-driven.
Ability to lift 50 pounds regularly and up to 100 pounds occasionally.

Nice To Haves

Construction or industrial supply sales experience.
Bilingual English/Spanish skills.
Bachelor’s degree in Business, Marketing, or a related field; preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

Build and manage a sales pipeline to meet or exceed sales targets.
Develop new business through cold calling, networking, and community outreach.
Manage and grow customer accounts while proactively resolving issues.
Coordinate deliveries and provide exceptional customer follow-through.
Present tailored, solution-driven proposals aligned with customer needs.
Stay informed about product offerings, market trends, and industry developments.
Spend significant time in the field strengthening customer relationships.