Contractor Sales Specialist Building Materials & Projects

Marvins Building Materials Inc; Arab (AL); Hybrid; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee Discount

401(k) with Employer Match

Employee Assistance Program

Medical Insurance

Vision Insurance

Dental Insurance

STD/LTD/AD&D Life Insurance

Dependent Life Insurance

Will Preparation Services

Job summary

Marvins Building Materials Inc in Arab, AL is seeking a Contractor Sales Representative to build successful relationships with contractors, builders, remodelers and professional customers. You will prospect for new business, provide expert product recommendations and prepare quotes to win projects.

You will coordinate deliveries, manage quotes and orders, and stay informed on competitors while maintaining sales goals. Strong communication and problem-solving are essential.

Qualifications

• 2–3+ years of sales experience in building materials, lumber, hardware or a related industry preferred.
• Strong communication, organization and problem-solving skills.
• Professional, dependable and customer-focused.
• Ability to safely lift up to 100 lbs., climb ladders and work in a store, yard, warehouse and jobsites.
• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.

Responsibilities

• Build and grow relationships with contractors, builders, remodelers and professional customers.
• Prospect for new customers through phone calls, visits and networking.
• Provide expert product recommendations and solutions.
• Prepare quotes, material takeoffs and special orders.
• Coordinate jobsite deliveries and special requirements.
• Follow up on quotes and projects to win business and keep customers coming back.
• Stay informed on competitor products and pricing.
• Process customer orders accurately using POS systems.
• Maintain sales and gross margin goals.
• Keep management updated on sales activity, customer opportunities and upcoming projects

Skills

Sales experience

Communication skills

Organization skills

Problem-solving

Customer-focused

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

POS systems

Job description

Marvins Building Materials Inc in Arab, AL is seeking a Contractor Sales Representative to build successful relationships with contractors, builders, remodelers and professional customers. You will prospect for new business, provide expert product recommendations and prepare quotes to win projects.

You will coordinate deliveries, manage quotes and orders, and stay informed on competitors while maintaining sales goals. Strong communication and problem-solving are essential.