High-Commission Outside Sales (Building Materials)

Holmes Lumber

Charleston (SC)

On-site

USD 60,000 - 100,000

Full time

2 days ago
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Benefits offered by this job

Health plan
Dental & Vision
Disability
Life insurance
AD&D
401(k) match
Paid vacation
Paid holidays
Growth from within
Military encouraged

Job summary

Carter Lumber is seeking an Outside Sales Representative to build and maintain strong relationships with local contractors, builders, and remodelers in the Charleston area. You will sell our full line of building materials and services, manage the post-sale relationship, and visit job sites as needed.

The role offers salary plus uncapped commission and room for growth. Ideal candidates bring sales experience, knowledge of home-building basics, and the ability to read blueprints.

Qualifications

  • Experience in sales and building materials is preferred.
  • Knowledge of home building basics and materials is required.
  • Ability to create estimates/quotes and special orders.
  • Ability to open new accounts on a monthly/quarterly basis.
  • Ability to read blueprints and provide material take offs.
  • Capable of working independently with strong planning skills.
  • Excellent organization and multitasking abilities.
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office suite.
  • Willingness to attend industry events as needed.

Responsibilities

  • Find and close sales of our full line of building materials and installed services.
  • Manage the created job and maintain client relationships after sale.
  • Visit job sites as needed and keep client information up to date.
  • Maintain schedules and respond to project needs; communicate with teams.
  • Develop and implement proven sales strategies; maintain follow-through and communication.

Skills

Sales experience
Home building basics
Material estimates
Open new accounts
Read blueprints
Independent work
Planning & organization
MS Office
Industry events

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Carter Lumber is seeking an Outside Sales Representative to build and maintain strong relationships with local contractors, builders, and remodelers in the Charleston area. You will sell our full line of building materials and services, manage the post-sale relationship, and visit job sites as needed.

The role offers salary plus uncapped commission and room for growth. Ideal candidates bring sales experience, knowledge of home-building basics, and the ability to read blueprints.

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