Custom Home Sales Support

Scherer Bros Lumber, Co. in; Shakopee (MN); On-site; USD 28,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

Scherer Bros. Lumber Co. in Shakopee, MN is seeking a Custom Home Sales Support (Administrative) to assist Sales Staff with estimating, blueprint reading, data entry and customer service.

The role rewards reliability and teamwork, with hourly pay of $20–$21 plus commissions. Responsibilities include field measuring, order entry, and coordinating with clients to ensure accurate material estimates and timely deliveries.

Qualifications

• 1-3 years custom home estimating experience
• 1-3 years in building materials and industry required
• Excellent math, customer service, communication, and problem-solving skills
• Ability to read/ interpret blueprints

Responsibilities

• Estimating
• Read/interpret blueprints; determine and calculate materials needed from blueprints
• Customer service
• Develop a positive rapport with clients/customers; promptly answer/address customer questions
• Data Entry
• Convert estimates into active orders using computer systems; conduct manual order entries as necessary
• Field Measuring
• Travel to jobsites to gather information; interpret blueprints with foreman and identify material usage issues
• Special order tracking
• Utilize judgement to identify vendors and products that best fit customer needs and company objectives; calculate customer pricing and place special orders
• Sales Representation
• Represent contractor sales staff when Senior Sales member is out of the office

Skills

Estimating

Blueprint reading

Customer service

Problem solving

Job description

Custom Home Sales Support (Administrative)

About Us

Scherer Bros. Lumber Co. is a trusted provider of high-quality lumber and building materials. With a strong reputation for excellence, we prioritize exceptional service and product quality. We value our employees and foster a collaborative environment where growth and success thrive.

Position Summary

Provides sales, field and administrative support to Sales Staff. Reliable and regular attendance is an essential function of this position.

Salary: $20-$21 an hour + commissions

Key Responsibilities

• Estimating
• Read/interpret blueprintsDetermine and calculate materials needed from blueprints
• Customer service
• Develop a positive rapport with clients/customersPromptly answer/address customer questions
• Data Entry
• Convert estimates into active orders using computer systemsConduct Manual order entries, as necessary
• Field Measuring
• Travel to jobsites to gather information necessary to recommend products and estimate quantities and costsInterpret blueprints with foreman and identify material usage issues
• Special order tracking
• Utilize judgement, experience and knowledge to identify vendors and products offerings that best fit the customers' needs and company objectivesCalculate customer pricing and place special orders
• Sales Representation
• Represent contractor sales staff when Senior Sales member is out of the office

Qualifications

• 1-3 years custom home estimating experience
• 1-3 years in building materials and industry required
• Excellent math, customer service, communication, and problem-solving skills
• Ability to read/ interpret blueprints

Why Join Scherer Bros. Lumber Co.

Competitive Pay & Benefits: We offer a competitive salary along with a comprehensive benefits package to support your well-being.

Career Growth: At Scherer Bros., your development matters. We provide opportunities for advancement and continuous learning.

Collaborative Culture: Work with a supportive, team-oriented group where your contributions are valued and your voice is heard.

Stability & Reputation: Join a trusted, well-established company known for its commitment to quality and customer satisfaction, offering job stability and long-term growth.