Outside Sales Representative

Richards Supply; Peoria (IL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Uncapped commission

21 days PTO

Holiday bonuses

Medical, dental, vision

401K match

Career growth

Job summary

Richards Building Supply is seeking an Outside Sales Representative to drive new business and manage existing accounts in Peoria, IL. The role focuses on hunting for new opportunities, building relationships with customers, and delivering pricing and product solutions.

You will leverage your 2+ years of B2B SMB sales experience to generate leads, use CRM tools, and consistently beat quotas while traveling as needed.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of B2B SMB sale experience (building materials knowledge is a plus).
• Experience generating your own leads.
• CRM experience is a must have.
• B2C sales will be considered based ONLY in home services (roofing, siding, windows).
• Self-motivated hunter – driven to succeed both individually and as part of a team.
• Strong communication & problem-solving skills – must know how to close a deal and handle objections.
• Valid driver’s license & ability to travel overnight occasionally.

Responsibilities

• Hunt for new business – generate your own leads, make cold calls, and build a book of business.
• Manage relationships – cultivate and grow long-term partnerships with customers.
• Drive Sales – close deals effectively and consistently exceed performance targets
• Follow up on leads – schedule appointments and present product solutions.
• Leverage CRM tools – track and manage your sales activity and pipeline effectively.
• Advise customers – provide pricing, inventory, and delivery information.
• Ensure payment collection – follow up on outstanding invoices when needed.
• Stay ahead of the competition – learn new products and sales strategies.
• Represent Richards Building Supply – attend industry events and engage in community networking.

Skills

Lead generation

Communication skills

Problem solving

Team collaboration

Hunter mentality

Tools

CRM

Job description

Do you thrive in B2B sales and have a hunter’s mentality? Are you driven to generate your own leads, exceed quotas, and help your team succeed? If so, we want you at Richards Building Supply!

We are a family-owned, full-service wholesale distributor of exterior building materials. We’re looking for an experienced, high-energy Outside Sales Representative to drive new business and manage existing accounts in Peoria, IL.

Our sales team is comprised of highly motivated individuals that are passionate about Richards Building Supply and generating new business opportunities around high quality products.

Benefits

• Competitive base salary + industry-leading commission program (uncapped potential!)
• 21 paid days off in your first year – including our Family Focused break between Christmas and New Years!
• Holiday bonuses + additional earning opportunities (discretionary)
• Employer-paid medical, dental, and vision plans + 401K with top-tier company match
• Career growth in a team-oriented, family-focused company

Responsibilities

• Hunt for new business – generate your own leads, make cold calls, and build a book of business.
• Manage relationships – cultivate and grow long-term partnerships with customers.
• Drive Sales – close deals effectively and consistently exceed performance targets
• Follow up on leads – schedule appointments and present product solutions.
• Leverage CRM tools – track and manage your sales activity and pipeline effectively.
• Advise customers – provide pricing, inventory, and delivery information.
• Ensure payment collection – follow up on outstanding invoices when needed.
• Stay ahead of the competition – learn new products and sales strategies.
• Represent Richards Building Supply – attend industry events and engage in community networking.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of B2B SMB sale (small to medium sized businesses) experience (building materials knowledge is a plus)
• A proven track record of exceeding 100%+ quota over time (must be listed on your resume)
• Experience generating your own leads
• CRM experience is a must have
• B2C sales will be considered based ONLY in home services (roofing, siding, windows)
• Self-motivated hunter – driven to succeed both individually and as part of a team
• Strong communication & problem-solving skills – must know how to close a deal and handle objections
• Valid driver’s license & ability to travel overnight occasionally

Richards Building Supply believes in hiring military veterans at any level for any position. We know your service trained you in many of the areas we value, such as leadership, teamwork, performance, integrity, and safety. If your experience matches our requirements, we want you to apply today.

Learn more about us here: https://www.richards-supply.com/about