External Sales Rep - Building Products - Leinster

Elk Recruitment Ireland; Dublin; On-site; EUR 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Elk Recruitment seeks an External Sales Representative specializing in building products to join our client’s team in Dublin/Leinster. You will identify new business opportunities, build relationships with contractors, builders and distributors, and drive product demonstrations.

The role requires proven sales experience, strong product knowledge, and excellent communication. You will work independently across a defined territory with a valid driver’s license and willingness to travel.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as an external sales representative.
• Strong knowledge of building products, construction materials, and industry standards.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage time effectively within a designated territory.
• Valid driver’s license and willingness to travel extensively within assigned region.
• Proficiency with CRM software and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Strong problem-solving skills and a customer-oriented mindset.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement sales strategies to achieve assigned sales targets and objectives.
• Identify and pursue new business opportunities within the building products sector.
• Build and maintain strong, long-lasting customer relationships with contractors, builders, and distributors.
• Conduct product presentations and demonstrations to educate customers on product features and benefits.
• Collaborate with internal teams to ensure customer satisfaction and timely delivery of products.
• Prepare and deliver sales proposals, quotes, and negotiate contracts as needed.
• Track market trends, competitor activities, and customer needs to provide timely feedback and adjust sales strategies.

Skills

External sales

Building products knowledge

Communication skills

Time management

Driver's license & travel

CRM software

MS Office

Problem-solving

Tools

CRM software

Microsoft Office

Job description

Role: External Sales Rep – Building Products

Location: Dublin/Leinster

Job Type: Permanent - Full time

Salary: Negotiable depending on experience

At Elk Recruitment, we are looking for a driven External Sales Representative specialising in building products to join our client’s growing team. The ideal candidate will have a deep understanding of the construction industry, excellent communication skills, and a proven track record of meeting or exceeding sales targets. You will play a crucial role in expanding our market presence by identifying new business opportunities, building and maintaining strong client relationships, and delivering exceptional customer service.

Your new role includes:

• Develop and implement sales strategies to achieve assigned sales targets and objectives.
• Identify and pursue new business opportunities within the building products sector.
• Build and maintain strong, long-lasting customer relationships with contractors, builders, and distributors.
• Conduct product presentations and demonstrations to educate customers on product features and benefits.
• Collaborate with internal teams to ensure customer satisfaction and timely delivery of products.
• Prepare and deliver sales proposals, quotes, and negotiate contracts as needed.
• Track market trends, competitor activities, and customer needs to provide timely feedback and adjust sales strategies.

Requirements:

• Proven experience as an external sales representative, preferably in the building products industry.
• Strong knowledge of building products, construction materials, and industry standards.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage time effectively within a designated territory.
• Valid driver’s license and willingness to travel extensively within assigned region.
• Proficiency with CRM software and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Strong problem-solving skills and a customer-oriented mindset.