Outside Sales Representative

CRH; Lombard (IL); Hybrid; USD 85,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sales incentive bonus opportunities

401(k) plan

Comprehensive medical and dental benefits

Job summary

CRH is seeking an Outside Sales Representative (O.S.R) based in the Lombard area to develop and maintain positive sales relationships with both existing and potential customers. The O.S.R. is responsible for establishing sales strategies and executing plans that increase volume and profit margins within the region. This role involves working closely with contractors and managing sales effectively.

The ideal candidate must have a bachelor's degree or equivalent and a strong business acumen in sales and marketing.

Qualifications

• Ability to travel approximately 50% throughout the sales region.
• Demonstrate strong business acumen in sales and marketing.
• Proficient in reading civil design and engineering production drawings.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain relationships with customers to meet sales targets.
• Prospect opportunities and market products within core markets.
• Utilize software tools to manage prospects and issue quotes.

Skills

Sales strategies

Customer relationship management

Business acumen

Technical sales

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

Tools

Salesforce

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Job ID: 524883

Job Summary

Oldcastle Infrastructure is looking for an Outside Sales Representative (O.S.R) that will develop and maintain positive and productive relationships with current and potential customers, while meeting or exceeding sales targets. The O.S.R. will spend time working with contractors to develop relationships and deliver quality proposals to close business while supporting Oldcastle Infrastructure. The O.S.R. will develop both short- and long-term sales strategies and execute sales plans to increase the region’s volume and profit margins with target customers.

Job Location

• Elgin, IL
• Lombard, IL
• Kenosha, WI

Job Responsibilities

• Become the subject‑matter expert on all Oldcastle Infrastructure precast concrete products, including utility vaults, concrete pipe, culverts, manholes, catch basins and other drainage products.
• Deliver top‑level service and communication internally and externally.
• Prospect opportunities and companies and market products within core markets.
• Identify and bid all appropriate projects within assigned marketing area; participate in the development of bid strategy for each job.
• Utilize various software tools (Salesforce, Office Suite, SharePoint) to manage prospects, issue quotes and communicate with a broader team.
• Will be responsible for meeting specific sales volumes and profit‑margin goals.
• Partner with other departments (estimating, project leads, operations, transportation, and accounting) to ensure every account receives the highest level of customer service.
• Communicate with the broader Oldcastle Commercial team to manage and coordinate sales to customers, and leverage the Oldcastle product portfolio across company boundaries.
• Actively participate in industry‑related associations as required to develop and maintain key networking and business relationships.

Job Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Must have ability to travel (approx. 50%+) throughout the sales region.
• Proficient in basic Microsoft Office software (Word, Excel, Outlook and PowerPoint).
• Have a valid driver’s license and acceptable driving record; monthly auto reimbursement for mileage is provided.
• Demonstrate strong business acumen in regard to sales and marketing and/or the civil infrastructure construction market; be knowledgeable about current and possible future industry trends.
• Ability to read and interpret civil design drawings and engineering production drawings – a plus.
• Demonstrate the ability to establish and maintain effective relationships with customers – both internal and external.
• Be a pro‑active, self‑motivated, self‑starter who is action‑oriented and drives for results.
• Be experienced with technical sales to engineers and specifying agencies (not a necessity but a plus).
• Be proficient in basic Microsoft Office software and have knowledge of Salesforce – a plus.
• Have ability to work with a diverse group of people both within the company and in a sales capacity.

Compensation

• Base salary range of $85,000 - $95,000 per year
• Sales incentive bonus opportunities of 25%
• Vacation hours of two weeks per year
• Sick leave benefits up to 56 hours per annum
• 401(k) plan
• Short‑term and long‑term disability benefits
• Eleven paid holidays per year
• Annual community volunteer paid day
• Opportunity for annual bonus

What CRH Offers You

• Highly competitive base pay
• Comprehensive medical, dental and disability benefits programs
• Group retirement savings program
• Health and wellness programs
• An inclusive culture that values opportunity for growth, development, and internal promotion

CRH Americas Building Products (ABP), a CRH Company, is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer.

EOE/Vet/Disability

CRH is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, status as a protected veteran or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law.

AI tools may be used in certain stages of the employment lifecycle, such as candidate review; however, all final employment decisions will be made by a person.