Outside Sales- Roofing and Siding Specialist

Riverhead Building Supply; Oceanside (NY); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

Medical, dental, pharmacy insurance

Long-term disability, life, ancillary benefits

Flexible spending, discounts

Job summary

Riverhead Building Supply, located in Oceanside, NY, is seeking an Outside Sales – Roofing and Siding Specialist. This role focuses on selling roofing and siding products to contractors, retail clients, and architects, requiring strong communication and customer service skills.

The ideal candidate will have a relevant degree or equivalent experience and be comfortable traveling to customer sites. The expected compensation ranges from $60,000 to $90,000, plus potential commissions and benefits like 401(k) and medical insurance.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent, or 3-5 years of related work experience or training.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Working knowledge of database software.
• Experience in masonry and hardscapes preferred.
• Experience reading architectural plans for takeoffs preferred.

Responsibilities

• Identify and develop prospective customers.
• Assist customers with purchasing decisions and advise them on selection.
• Process billing of materials.
• Handle phone calls from customers and vendors.
• Set up deliveries and advise on estimated time of arrival of materials.
• Cooperate with manufacturers for quotes and lead times.
• Travel to customers and job sites as required.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Knowledge of database software

Education

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent or 3-5 years of related work experience

Tools

Database software

Job description

Job Overview

Outside Sales – Roofing and Siding Specialist. This role involves selling roofing and siding products to contractors, retail clients, and architects. The position requires identifying prospective customers, assisting purchase decisions, advising on selection, processing billing, and managing delivery schedules. The role involves frequent in‑person and phone communication with customers and vendors, as well as coordination with manufacturers regarding quotes and lead times. The candidate is expected to travel to customers and job sites.

Responsibilities

• Identify and develop prospective customers.
• Assist customers with purchasing decisions and advise them on selection.
• Process billing of materials.
• Handle phone calls from customers and vendors.
• Set up deliveries and advise on estimated time of arrival of materials.
• Cooperate with manufacturers for quotes and lead times.
• Travel to customers and job sites as required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent, or 3‑5 years of related work experience or training.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Working knowledge of database software.
• Experience in masonry and hardscapes preferred.
• Experience reading architectural plans for takeoffs preferred.

Compensation

Expected compensation ranges from $60,000 to $90,000, commensurate with experience. Potential commission opportunities are available.

Benefits

• 401(k)
• Medical, dental, pharmacy insurance
• Long‑term disability, life, ancillary benefits
• Flexible spending, discounts

Core Values

• Championing customer needs – prioritize customer satisfaction and service excellence.
• Acting with honesty and integrity – do the right thing, always.
• Following policies and procedures – ensure compliance and consistency.
• Working safely – promote a safe and healthy work environment.
• Teamwork – collaborate, support, and treat others with respect.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Riverhead Building Supply is an Equal Opportunity Employer that respects the worth and dignity of all employees. EOE, including disability and veteran status.