Building Materials Inside Sales Estimator

Lake Lumber Co; Panora (IA); In loco; USD 55.000 - 70.000; Tempo pieno

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Competitive salary

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Paid Time Off

Paid Holidays

SIMPLE IRA with company match

Employee Discount

Training & development

Descrizione del lavoro

Lake Lumber Co. in Panora, IA is seeking a Building Materials Inside Sales & Estimator to help homeowners, contractors, and builders select materials and prepare accurate estimates.

You’ll manage projects from initial takeoff through ordering, maintain long-term customer relationships, and collaborate with our team to deliver an exceptional customer experience with industry-leading tools and training. This role offers growth opportunities within a family-owned company and a supportive

Competenze

• Knowledge of building materials and residential construction is required.
• Excellent customer service and communication skills.
• Sales experience, preferably in building materials or construction.
• Ability to read blueprints and perform material takeoffs (training available).
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Basic computer skills and ability to learn estimating software.
• A positive attitude and strong work ethic.

Mansioni

• Meet with homeowners, contractors, and builders to understand project goals and product needs.
• Prepare accurate material takeoffs, estimates, and quotes.
• Sell building materials including decking, doors, windows, siding, roofing, lumber, and related products.
• Manage projects from initial estimate through ordering and completion.
• Build long-term customer relationships through exceptional service and follow-up.
• Use our sales process and technology to deliver an outstanding customer experience.
• Collaborate with an experienced team to ensure project success.

Conoscenze

Knowledge of building materials

Customer service

Sales experience

Blueprint reading (preferred)

Organizational skills

Computer skills

Positive attitude

Strumenti

Estimating software

Descrizione del lavoro

Benefits:

• Competitive salary
• Dental insurance
• Employee discounts
• Health insurance
• Opportunity for advancement
• Paid time off
• Training & development
• Vision insurance
• Help People Build Their Dreams

At Lake Lumber, helping people is what we’re all about.

Whether a customer is building a new deck, replacing an entry door, remodeling their home, or starting a brand-new construction project, we take pride in helping them find the right products and solutions. We’re looking for a motivated, customer-focused Building Materials Inside Sales & Estimator to join our award-winning team.

If you enjoy serving others, solving problems, and working in a fast-paced environment, we’d love to put your skills to work.

What You’ll Do

As a Building Materials Inside Sales & Estimator, you’ll play a key role in helping customers successfully complete their projects by:

• Meeting with homeowners, contractors, and builders to understand their project goals and product needs.
• Preparing accurate material takeoffs, estimates, and quotes.
• Selling building materials including decking, doors, windows, siding, roofing, lumber, and other home improvement products.
• Managing projects from the initial estimate through ordering and completion.
• Building long-term customer relationships through exceptional service and follow-up.
• Using our proven sales process and technology to deliver an outstanding customer experience.
• Collaborating with an experienced team of building materials professionals to ensure project success.

What We’re Looking For

The ideal candidate will have:

• Knowledge of building materials and residential construction.
• Excellent customer service and communication skills.
• Sales experience, preferably in the building materials or construction industry.
• The ability to read blueprints and perform material takeoffs (preferred, but we’re willing to train the right candidate).
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Basic computer skills and the ability to learn estimating software.
• A positive attitude, strong work ethic, and a genuine desire to help others.

What We Provide

When you join Lake Lumber, you’ll have everything you need to succeed, including:

• Industry-leading technology and estimating tools.
• Ongoing training and support from an experienced team.
• A family-owned and operated company that values its employees.
• A positive, respectful work environment where people truly matter.
• Opportunities for professional growth and advancement.

Benefits

• Competitive salary
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Paid Holidays
• Health Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• SIMPLE IRA with company match
• Employee Discount

Compensation

$55,000–$70,000 per year, based on experience, plus bonus opportunities.

Why Join Lake Lumber?

At Lake Lumber, we’re more than a building materials supplier—we’re a team dedicated to helping people improve their homes and communities. We invest in our employees, provide the tools and support they need to succeed, and celebrate their accomplishments. If you’re looking for a rewarding career where you can make a difference every day, we’d love to meet you.