Engineered Lumber Field Specialist – Gulf Coast

BlueLinx; New Orleans (LA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading building products wholesaler in the Gulf Coast area is seeking an Outside Product Specialist for Engineered Lumber. In this full-time role, you will engage with contractors, engineers, and architects to create market demand and manage pricing and bidding processes related to engineered lumber. The ideal candidate has 5-7 years of relevant experience and possesses strong consultative selling skills. This position requires residing in the Gulf Coast region, including Louisiana, and offers a dynamic work environment with opportunities for professional growth.

Qualifications

• 5-7 years of experience in a relevant field.
• Proficiency in using sales systems technology.
• Ability to negotiate prices and provide market updates.

Responsibilities

• Create brand-specific market demand with contractors and dealers.
• Handle bidding, takeoffs, pricing, and positioning of engineered lumber.
• Conduct software and product training.

Skills

Sales or Distribution Experience with Engineered Lumber or Truss Design

Residential Construction and Framing experience

Well-developed consultative selling skills

Proficiency using Microsoft Office Suite Software

Ability to analyze, troubleshoot and solve problems

Education

BS/BA or equivalent industry experience

Job description

A leading building products wholesaler in the Gulf Coast area is seeking an Outside Product Specialist for Engineered Lumber. In this full-time role, you will engage with contractors, engineers, and architects to create market demand and manage pricing and bidding processes related to engineered lumber. The ideal candidate has 5-7 years of relevant experience and possesses strong consultative selling skills. This position requires residing in the Gulf Coast region, including Louisiana, and offers a dynamic work environment with opportunities for professional growth.