Outside Sales Representative - Building Materials in Fort Myers

Energy Jobline ZR; Fort Myers (FL); On-site; USD 45,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k)

Life insurance

Career development and advancement

Supportive team environment

Established vendor and customer bases

Growth opportunities

Job summary

Interior Exterior Building Supply in Fort Myers, FL, is seeking an experienced Outside Sales Representative to grow our commercial and residential building materials sales.

You will develop relationships with contractors and construction professionals, manage a territory, and drive new business opportunities while maintaining excellent customer service.

Qualifications

• 1–2 years of sales experience required; outside sales preferred.
• Experience in commercial construction or building materials is required.
• Knowledge of drywall, metal framing, insulation, lumber, roofing.

Responsibilities

• Develop and grow commercial and residential sales within assigned territory.
• Identify and pursue new business opportunities with contractors and builders.
• Establish and maintain relationships with key decision-makers.
• Make regular sales calls and visits to assess project needs.
• Prepare estimates, quotes, and proposals for projects.
• Track customer, project, and sales information and report progress.
• Meet or exceed sales and profitability goals.

Skills

Sales experience

Building materials knowledge

Communication skills

Self-motivation

Microsoft Office

Driver's license

Territory management

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

College degree

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Job DescriptionJob Description

Outside Sales Representative – Commercial/Residential Building Materials

Fort Myers, FL

Interior Exterior Building Supply, a leading commercial and residential building material supplier in the Southeast, is seeking an experienced and motivated Outside Sales Representative to join our team in Fort Myers, FL.

This position is responsible for developing and growing commercial sales within an assigned territory. The ideal candidate is a relationship-focused sales professional who understands the construction industry, enjoys working with customers in the field, and has the drive to identify new business opportunities while strengthening existing customer relationships.

Job Responsibilities

• Develop and grow commercial & residential sales within an assigned territory
• Identify and pursue new business opportunities with commercial contractors, subcontractors, builders, and other construction professionals
• Establish and maintain strong relationships with existing customers and key decision-makers
• Make regular sales calls and customer visits to understand project needs and identify opportunities
• Develop relationships with general contractors, drywall and framing contractors, project managers, estimators, purchasing personnel, and company owners
• Identify upcoming commercial construction projects and pursue opportunities to supply building materials
• Prepare estimates, quotes, and proposals for potential projects
• Follow up on quotes and projects to secure new business and increase sales
• Maintain accurate customer, project, and sales information
• Work closely with inside sales, branch operations, management, and vendors to ensure customer needs are met
• Monitor market conditions, competitive activity, pricing, and construction trends
• Participate in customer meetings, vendor programs, industry events, and other business development activities
• Meet or exceed established sales and profitability goals

Required Skills & Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required; college degree
• 1–2 years of sales experience required; outside sales experience strongly
• Commercial construction or building materials experience
• Experience working with commercial contractors, subcontractors, builders, or construction professionals is a plus
• Knowledge of building materials such as drywall, metal framing, insulation, lumber, roofing, and related products
• Understanding of commercial construction, estimating, bidding, and project processes is a plus
• Strong communication, interpersonal, and negotiation skills
• Proven ability to develop and maintain customer relationships
• Strong prospecting, follow-up, and organizational skills
• Self-motivated with the ability to work independently and manage a territory
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite
• Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation required

Why Work for Interior Exterior Building Supply?

Interior Exterior Building Supply is a leading supplier of commercial and residential building materials with more than 60 years of experience serving customers throughout the Southeast.

Our success is built on strong relationships with our customers, suppliers, and employees. We are committed to providing products, dependable service, and solutions that help our customers get their jobs done.

We offer our employees the opportunity to build a long-term career with an established and growing company while working in an environment that values teamwork, productivity, creativity, and professional growth.

We Offer

• Competitive compensation
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k)
• Life insurance
• Career development and advancement opportunities
• Supportive team environment
• Established vendor and customer relationships
• Opportunity to grow and develop a commercial & residential sales territory

If you are an experienced sales professional with a strong work ethic and a passion for building relationships and growing business, we encourage you to apply.

Interior Exterior Building Supply is an Equal Opportunity Employer – M/F/V/D