Outside Sales Representative

Big Creek Lumber Company; Vallejo (CA); On-site; USD 72,000 - 250,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) retirement plan

Medical/dental insurance

Paid time off

Job summary

Big Creek Lumber Company in Vallejo, California is seeking an Outside Sales Representative to grow contractor business. The ideal candidate has sales passion, customer service skills, and knowledge of lumber and building materials, with the ability to lift 50 lbs and a valid California driver's license.

The role offers a guaranteed minimum income of $6,000 monthly for six months, transitioning to 100% commission thereafter, with expected annual earnings of $72,000 to $250,000 based on performance.

Benefits include a 401(k) plan, medical/dental coverage, paid time off, and growth opportunities.

Qualifications

• Passion for sales and customer service.
• Interest in construction and experience with lumber.
• Current California driver's license with clean DMV record.

Responsibilities

• Prospect for new customers.
• Develop long-term relationships with clients.
• Perform sales at job sites and via phone.
• Maintain high level of customer service.
• Increase sales to existing customers.

Skills

Excellent sales and customer service skills

Good knowledge of building materials and construction terminology

Effective communication skills

Self-disciplined with good organizational skills

Bilingual English/Spanish

Tools

Computer skills

Job description

Are you looking for a position with substantial growth potential where your effort determines your income opportunities? Big Creek Lumber Company, a leading supplier of lumber and building materials in central California, seeks an Outside Sales Representative to develop contractor business at our Vallejo location. Our ideal candidate has a passion for sales and customer service as well as an interest in construction and experience with lumber and building materials. Bilingual English/Spanish a plus.

Responsibilities

• Prospect for new customers
• Develop successful, long‑term relationships
• Perform sales with contractors and homeowners on the phone and customer job sites
• Ensure a high level of customer service for all projects sold
• Increase sales to existing customers
• Achieve individual and branch sales and profitability goals

Preferred candidate has

• Excellent sales and customer service skills
• Good practical knowledge of building materials and construction terminology
• Ability to work effectively with others to obtain a high level of customer satisfaction and promote Big Creek’s image in a positive manner
• Good computer skills, including ability to use technology effectively to build customer base
• Highly effective communication skills, particularly outstanding phone skills
• Self‑disciplined with good organizational skills
• Positive, personable, professional attitude
• Ability to lift 50 lbs. from the ground into the bed of a standard size pick‑up truck
• Current California driver’s license with clean DMV record

Rate of Pay

• Guaranteed minimum of $6,000 per month for the first six months while establishing a customer base. If monthly earned commissions exceed $6,000 during this period, the higher commission amount will be paid. After the initial six month ramp up period, compensation transitions to a 100% commission plan.
• Expected Earnings: $72,000 to $250,000 annually, based on sales performance. Top performers may exceed this range.
• Company vehicle, cell phone and tablet for business use

Full‑time position with benefits including

• 401(k) retirement plan with generous employer match and profit‑sharing contribution
• Group medical/dental insurance coverage for employee and eligible family members
• Group term life insurance coverage for employees
• Voluntary life insurance for purchase for employees and eligible family members
• Voluntary vision care plan for employees and eligible family members
• Paid time off including vacation, sick leave and holidays
• Employee assistance program

About Big Creek Lumber

Big Creek Lumber Company is a local, family‑owned and operated lumber and building materials provider, serving professional builders and homeowners in central California since 1946. We strive to be an employer of choice among job seekers. We seek engaged, motivated individuals interested in producing quality products and developing strong partnerships with our customers and vendors to create business success. We provide an informal yet professional work environment, stressing safety, collaboration and excellent customer service. We place a strong emphasis on developing our employees and seek individuals who have the desire and potential for growth opportunities within the company. We are driven to generate long‑term, sustainable profitability and generously share our success with our team.

Apply Online

If you have the skills and experience we seek, please apply for this position today by responding with your cover letter and resume or fill out our online application using the link provided.

Big Creek Lumber Company is an equal opportunity employer.