Outside Sales Millwork Specialist

Carter Lumber Company; Angola (IN); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, Dental, Vision plans

Short and Long-Term Disability

Company-paid life insurance

Company-match 401(k)

Paid holidays and vacation time

Job summary

Carter Lumber Company in Angola, Indiana is seeking an Outside Sales Rep to manage sales and relationships with builders and subcontractors. The ideal candidate will have a minimum of 2 years experience selling Millwork products and possess strong customer service and communication skills.

The position offers a comprehensive benefits package including health, dental, and vision insurance after 30 days of employment, along with a company-match 401(k) and paid vacation time.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years experience selling Millwork products.
• Ability to cold call and grow existing relationships.
• Must have reliable transportation and a valid driver’s license.

Responsibilities

• Develop relationships with customers and subcontractors.
• Maintain sales and manage orders accurately and on time.
• Provide presentations and expert advice on product features.

Skills

Sales skills

Communication

Customer service

Problem-solving

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Do you have a positive attitude? Are you a people‑person? Do you enjoy sales? This Outside Sales Rep (OSR) opportunity is for you! Outside Sales Reps are responsible for finding and completing sales of our full line of building materials and installed services with builders and subcontractors both residentially and commercially. Yes, you will “sell projects,” but once a job is sold, you need to manage that job and that relationship. You’ll keep up to date information on your customers’ product use and trends, visit job sites as needed, maintain schedules, and put out fires. A Carter Outside Sales Millwork Specialist is responsible for presenting and selling all product lines with a focus on millwork products, as well as establishing and growing relationships with customers in our market.

Requirements

• A Minimum of 2 years previous knowledge and experience selling Millwork products including interior trim, interior doors, and interior hardware. Experience in other building materials helpful.
• Ability to cold call future customers and to grow relationships with existing customers
• Ability to read blueprints and do take‑offs
• Ability to go to job sites to measure doors and trim
• Demonstrated ability to increase sales and improve profitability
• Excellent communication skills, with a strong sense of customer service
• Decision making abilities and problem‑solving skills
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office including Outlook, Word, Excel and PowerPoint
• Reliable transportation and valid driver’s license

Responsibilities

• Develop relationships with customers and subcontractors to determine their needs and provide beneficial services to them
• Responsible for attaining and maintaining the sales of all products, focused on interior and millwork products
• Give presentations to builders and provide expert advice on product features and benefits.
• Do take‑offs and prepare estimates for these products and ensure they are ordered and shipped accurately and on time.

Benefits (full-time employees)

• Health, Dental, Vision (Single and Family Plans) available after 30 days of employment
• Short and Long-Term Disability
• Company-paid life insurance and AD&D
• Optional supplemental life insurance
• Company-match 401(k)
• Vacation time and paid holidays
• Military encouraged to apply!