Outside Sales Pro - Building Materials for Contractors

Carter Lumber Company; Pike Road (AL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 78,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health/Dental/Vision

Disability insurance

Life insurance

Supplemental life insurance

401(k)

Vacation/holidays

Vendor incentives

Growth opportunities

Military-friendly

Job summary

Townsend Building Supply, a division of Carter Lumber, is seeking an Outside Sales Representative to identify and win opportunities with local contractors. You will visit job sites, make calls, and share product knowledge to help customers complete projects efficiently and profitably.

The role emphasizes sales growth, strong communication, and the ability to work flexible hours including weekends and holidays. A results-driven team player with industry knowledge will thrive in this position.

Qualifications

• Experience selling building materials to contractors.
• Knowledge of building materials industry.
• Ability to increase sales and profitability.
• Ability to read blueprints and understand construction practices.
• Team player.
• Willing to work weekends/holidays.

Responsibilities

• Identify target customers and grow market share.
• Collect and update information on customers' product use and trends.
• Serve contractors by selling building materials and installed services.
• Determine appropriate credit program based on customer’s needs.
• Meet and/or exceed sales and profit goals by following up on sales leads and market trends.
• Ensure customer satisfaction by communicating scheduling and delivery commitments.
• Keeps lines of communication open between team members at the store and customers.

Skills

Contractor sales

Building materials knowledge

Blueprint reading

Team player

Flexible schedule

Communication

Job description

Townsend Building Supply, a division of Carter Lumber, is seeking an Outside Sales Representative to identify and win opportunities with local contractors. You will visit job sites, make calls, and share product knowledge to help customers complete projects efficiently and profitably.

The role emphasizes sales growth, strong communication, and the ability to work flexible hours including weekends and holidays. A results-driven team player with industry knowledge will thrive in this position.