Outside Sales Representative (Experience in the Lumber Industry) - Denver, CO

84 Lumber; Denver (CO); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) with employer match

Profit sharing

Job summary

84 Lumber is seeking an Outside Sales Representative to build and sustain relationships with current and new customers in the Denver area. You will drive product recommendations, present solutions, and manage accounts to meet sales targets from a field-based role.

Ideal candidates will have 3–5 years in lumber/building materials sales, strong negotiation abilities, and a customer-focused approach. This position emphasizes field responsibilities and regular client engagement.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years experience selling lumber/building materials
• Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills
• Excellent sales and negotiation skills
• Ability to function well in a high-paced environment

Responsibilities

• Builds and maintains a network of sources to identify new sales leads.
• Communicates with customers to identify needs and suggests products to meet them.
• Demonstrates products to customers based on their needs.
• Ensures customer satisfaction through ongoing communication and relationship management.
• Maintains communication with existing and previous customers about new products and enhancements.
• Maintains detailed reports of sales activities including calls and orders.
• Provides periodic territory sales forecasts.

Skills

Outside sales

Customer relationships

Negotiation

Account management

Prospecting

Job description

Are you ready to build a rewarding and lifelong career? Do you thrive in a team environment that challenges you to be your best? Join 84 Lumber, a family-owned company founded on growth, stability, and the mindset that “nothing is impossible.” 84 Lumber is hiring immediately and has the perfect career opportunity for you!

WHO IS 84?

84 Lumber is the nation’s largest privately held supplier of building materials, manufactured components and industry-leading services for residential and commercial construction. With over 320 facilities in 34 states and plans for even more locations, your opportunities for growth within the company are endless. If you invest in yourself, we will invest in you!

At 84 Lumber, we promote nearly 100% from within, creating a unique environment where you can build your own career path. Over 96% of our store managers began as Manager Trainees, and on average, you can earn your first promotion within six months.

COMPREHENSIVE BENEFITS PACKAGE:

We offer all the benefits you expect from an industry leader, including:

• Medical, dental and vision insurance
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) for medical and dependent care
• Annual profit sharing and 401(k) with employer match (based on company profits)
• Discounts on building materials and other retail partnerships

RECOGNITION & AWARDS:

84 Lumber is proud to be recognized as one of America’s:

• Most Patriotic Companies by Newsweek, 2026
• Most Trustworthy Companies by Newsweek, 2026
• Largest Family Businesses by Forbes, 2026
• Top Private Companies by Forbes, 2025
• Best Large Employers by Forbes, 2025

LOCATION:

5170 Kalamath St, Denver, CO 80221

SCREENINGS:

• Must authorize a background check
• Must pass urinalysis drug screening

Preferably have 3-5 years experience selling lumber/building materials

The Outside Sales Representative (“OS”) will customarily and regularly sell products and services offered by 84 Lumber to current and new clientele away from 84 Lumber stores and other locations. This position is responsible for continuing positive customer relationships and identifying new potential customers. This position is also responsible for achieving predetermined sales goals at an acceptable margin.

Responsibilities

• Builds and maintains a network of sources from which to identify new sales leads.
• Communicates with customers and leads to identify and understand their product or service needs; identifies and suggests products and services to meet those needs.
• Demonstrates the functions and utility of products or services to customers based on their needs.
• Ensures customer satisfaction through ongoing communication and relationship management; resolves any issues that may arise post-sale.
• Maintains communication with existing and previous customers, alerting them of new products, services, and enhancements that may be of interest.
• Maintains detailed reports of sales activities including calls, orders, sales, lost business, and any customer or vendor relationship problems.
• Provides periodic territory sales forecasts.

Qualifications

• Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills.
• Excellent sales and negotiation skills.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to function well in a high-paced and at times stressful environment.
• Reading prints.
• Creating material estimates.
• Sourcing special orders.