Sales Representative Jobs

About The Position

Requirements

• College degree or equivalent work experience in a related job function.

Nice To Haves

• Knowledge of building products.
• Ability to understand and apply mathematical calculations and concepts involving fractions, decimals, and percentages.
• Effective communication skills.
• Ability to work independently or with teams or groups.
• Knowledge of office equipment, including PCs, calculators, and computer software.

Responsibilities

• Initiate sales, take orders, and anticipate and meet customer needs.
• Manage assigned products, including selecting vendors, purchasing, pricing, monitoring inventory, and promoting products.
• Contact customers about market fluctuations and trends, and initiate inquiries, sales, and promotions based on product needs.
• Coordinate and maximize customer inventory.
• Communicate customer service requirements to the location’s customer service representatives.
• Coordinate customer deliveries with shipping personnel.
• At some locations, perform freight or trucking specialist responsibilities.
• Contact vendors as needed regarding products related to customer questions or concerns.
• Assist outside sales staff and product managers.
• Assist in developing and executing marketing programs, promotions, and new product research.
• Provide a lead role to sales support staff.
• Demonstrate commitment to safety, quality, environmental awareness, and continuous process improvement.
• Perform other assigned duties and responsibilities.

Benefits

• Medical and prescription drug coverage
• Dental and vision coverage
• Flexible spending accounts for healthcare and dependent care
• 401(k) retirement savings with company contribution
• Paid time off (20 days per year)
• Paid holidays (10 per year)
• Paid parental leave (6 weeks)
• Life insurance