Inside Sales

Doug Ashy Building Materials; Lake Charles (LA); On-site; USD 35,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Retirement Plan with Company Match

Health & Dental Insurance

Paid Time Off

Employee Discounts

Job Stability & Team Environment

Job summary

Doug Ashy Building Materials is hiring a Full-time Inside Sales Representative in our Millwork Department. You will greet customers, assist with millwork product selection (doors, windows, moldings, trim, stairs), and interpret plans to prepare accurate material lists and quotes.

You’ll process orders through delivery, coordinate with vendors, manage special orders, and maintain strong product knowledge and customer relationships to grow repeat business.

Qualifications

• Customer service mindset and relationship-building.
• Clear and professional communication (verbal & written).
• Ability to read blueprints or construction drawings (preferred).
• Basic math for dimensions and quantities.
• Proficiency with computers; learn POS, estimating and inventory systems.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Prior millwork, door/window or building materials experience preferred.
• Previous sales, retail, or construction-related experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Greet customers in person and over the phone with a professional, knowledgeable approach.
• Assist contractors, builders, and homeowners with millwork products selection.
• Interpret plans to generate take-offs and material lists.
• Prepare quotes and estimates with pricing aligned to specs.
• Process orders from quote to delivery, coordinating with vendors and teams.
• Manage special orders and follow up for timely delivery and satisfaction.
• Maintain showroom and product knowledge; support cross-department needs.

Skills

Customer service

Communication

Blueprints

Math

POS systems

Organizational skills

Sales experience

Physical ability

Tools

POS systems

Estimating software

Inventory systems

Job description

At Doug Ashy Building Materials, we’ve been helping Louisiana build from the ground up homes, businesses, and careers alike. Founded right here in Louisiana, we’re a proudly local company built on a strong foundation of service, reliability, and community.

We supply quality materials for projects big and small—serving contractors, builders, and everyday customers with the same trusted expertise and down-to-earth service. But what truly sets us apart? Our people. Our team is the heart of our operation, and we treat every employee like family, because around here, they are.

We are dedicated to making Doug Ashy not just a great place to work, but a place to grow. We’re here to support every team member’s journey with the tools and opportunities to build something meaningful, whether that’s a career path, a skill set, or just a solid day’s work.

At Doug Ashy, we don’t just supply building materials, we build strong foundations that last.

Now hiring:

Full-time Inside Sales Representative in our Millwork Department at Doug Ashy Building Materials. Apply today and join a team you can build a future with.

What You’ll Do

• Greet customers in person and over the phone with a professional, knowledgeable, and solution-focused approach.
• Assist contractors, builders, and homeowners with selecting millwork products including interior and exterior doors, windows, moldings, trim, stair parts, columns, and related hardware.
• Interpret building plans, blueprints, and specifications to generate accurate take-offs and material lists.
• Prepare detailed quotes and estimates, ensuring pricing accuracy and alignment with project specifications.
• Process customer orders accurately from quote through delivery, coordinating closely with vendors and internal teams.
• Manage special orders and custom millwork requests, following up to ensure timely delivery and customer satisfaction.
• Maintain strong product knowledge of millwork lines, manufacturer offerings, and installation best practices.
• Collaborate with outside sales representatives to support jobsite needs and strengthen customer relationships.
• Monitor inventory levels and communicate shortages, damages, or discrepancies to management.
• Maintain an organized, professional showroom and work area that reflects Doug Ashy’s standards.
• Proactively identify sales opportunities and build lasting customer relationships to grow repeat business.
• Support cross-training efforts and assist other departments as needed.
• Other duties as assigned by the manager to support the success of the team and business.

Requirements

• Strong customer service mindset with the ability to build trust and long-term relationships.
• Clear and professional communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, construction drawings, and project specifications (preferred).
• Basic math skills for calculating dimensions, square footage, and material quantities.
• Proficiency with computers and ability to learn point-of-sale, estimating, and inventory systems.
• Strong organizational skills with attention to detail and accuracy.
• Prior millwork, door & window, lumberyard, or building materials experience preferred.
• Previous sales, retail, or construction-related experience preferred.
• Ability to occasionally lift and move up to 25 pounds and perform light physical tasks such as bending, reaching, and organizing materials or displays.
• Comfortable working in a showroom/office environment with periodic warehouse interaction.

Benefits

Benefits You Can Count On

- At Doug Ashy, we take care of our people—plain and simple. When you join our team, here’s what you get:

• Retirement Plan with Company Match – Helping you build a solid future.
• Health & Dental Insurance – Coverage that keeps you and your family protected.
• Paid Time Off – Earn time to relax, recharge, or take care of what matters.
• Employee Discounts – Save on the materials and products you use most.
• Job Stability & Team Environment – We’re family-owned and here for the long haul.