Outside Sales Representative (National Retail)

BlueLinx Corporation; Buffalo (NY); On-site; USD 70,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision coverage

401(k) with company match

Life insurance

Tuition reimbursement

PTO + 8 holidays

Job summary

BlueLinx Corporation is seeking an Outside Sales Representative – National Retail to manage existing national retail relationships and aggressively grow revenue within the region. The ideal candidate has a hunter mentality, is confident calling on national retailers, and can expand partnerships while strengthening established accounts.

The role offers a competitive base salary plus commission, with comprehensive benefits and opportunities for career growth at a leading national building products

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent industry experience preferred.
• 0–2 years of experience in a sales role with responsibility for growing accounts and generating new business.
• Ability to manage an existing book of business while expanding partnerships.
• Building materials or related industry experience is a plus.
• Strong market knowledge, product familiarity, and consultative selling skills.
• Demonstrated hunter mentality with a strong drive for results.
• Excellent planning, organization, communication, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
• Working knowledge of account management, customer service, product pricing, sales support, warehousing, distribution, and transportation.

Responsibilities

• Identify new sales opportunities with both new and existing national retail customers, with a focus on program business.
• Maximize sales effectiveness by prioritizing time and effort on the largest and most profitable opportunities, including segmentation of account lists.
• Improve overall profitability, product penetration, and product mix across assigned accounts.
• Qualify sales opportunities through market and customer research and collaboration with insider sales partners.
• Develop sales solutions and competitive pricing strategies; articulate value propositions to customers.
• Present and propose sales solutions to customers and adjust strategies as needed based on customer feedback and market conditions.
• Close sales opportunities by securing purchase orders and ensuring all order fulfillment procedures are executed accurately.
• Provide outstanding post‑sale service and support to ensure long‑term customer satisfaction and repeat business.

Skills

hunter mentality

market knowledge

consultative selling

planning & organization

communication skills

problem solving

Microsoft Office

sales systems

customer service

Education

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent

Job description

Build a Better Career as an Outside Sales Representative – National Retail with BlueLinx!

At BlueLinx, our people are at the heart of our success. We are committed to ensuring our team members can build job security, enhance their skills, and make meaningful contributions. We deliver the building blocks to better lives.

Join us and be part of a company that values its people and strives to make a positive impact in the industry.

Summary

BlueLinx is seeking a driven Outside Sales Representative – National Retail to manage existing national retail relationships while aggressively growing new revenue within the region. This role requires a true hunter mentality motivated by uncovering new opportunities, expanding partnerships, and driving profitable growth.

The ideal candidate is confident calling on national retailers, engaging previous customers, developing new revenue streams, and strengthening established accounts. Relationship building is critical to success in this role. This position offers a competitive base salary plus commission structure.

What You’ll Do

• Identify new sales opportunities with both new and existing national retail customers, with a focus on program business.
• Maximize sales effectiveness by prioritizing time and effort on the largest and most profitable opportunities, including segmentation of account lists.
• Improve overall profitability, product penetration, and product mix across assigned accounts.
• Qualify sales opportunities through market and customer research and collaboration with insider sales partners.
• Develop sales solutions and competitive pricing strategies; articulate value propositions to customers.
• Present and propose sales solutions to customers and adjust strategies as needed based on customer feedback and market conditions.
• Close sales opportunities by securing purchase orders and ensuring all order fulfillment procedures are executed accurately.
• Provide outstanding post‑sale service and support to ensure long‑term customer satisfaction and repeat business.

What We’re Looking For

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field or equivalent industry experience strongly preferred.
• 0–2 years of experience in a sales role with responsibility for growing accounts and generating new business.
• Ability to manage an existing book of business while expanding partnerships.
• Building materials or related industry experience is a plus.
• Strong market knowledge, product familiarity, and consultative selling skills.
• Demonstrated “hunter” mentality with a strong drive for results.
• Excellent planning, organization, communication, problem‑solving, and decision‑making skills.
• Working knowledge of account management, customer service, product pricing, sales support, warehousing, distribution, and transportation.
• Self‑motivated, disciplined, and performance‑driven.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and relevant sales systems and technology.
• Strong telephone and communication skills with the ability to identify needs, evaluate solutions, and recommend action.

Why BlueLinx

• $70K -$85K plus commission
• Comprehensive benefits package including:
  • Medical, dental, vision, and prescription coverage
  • 401(k) with company match
  • Life insurance
  • Tuition reimbursement
• Company Ownership
• Generous Paid Time Off (PTO) starting day one and 8 company holidays
• Opportunity to grow your career with a leading national building products distributor

Our Values

With Every Decision And Action, We Put People First, Keep The Future In Mind, And Work As a Team Toward Shared Progress

Customer Centric

• Respect
• Collaboration
• Integrity
• Grit

About BlueLinx

BlueLinx (NYSE: BXC) is a leading wholesale distributor of building and industrial products in the United States. With over 70k branded and private‑label SKUs, we service customers nationwide through an extensive distribution network. Our more than 2,000 associates are critical to our success, and we pride ourselves on a culture rooted in teamwork, integrity, safety, and customer service.

Compensation Disclosure

The salary range provided is a good faith estimate based on position requirements and market data. Actual compensation will depend on factors such as experience, qualifications, skills, geographic location, and other job‑related considerations. BlueLinx also offers a comprehensive benefits package starting the first day of the month.

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