Sales Representative

The Cook & Boardman Recruiting Team; Indianapolis (IN); Remote; USD 50,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a motivated Sales Representative to join their dynamic team. This remote position offers the opportunity to develop and manage sales strategies in the commercial construction sector, focusing on building strong relationships with general contractors and architectural firms. You will be responsible for executing sales strategies, negotiating bids, and maintaining a presence in the field. The ideal candidate will have excellent interpersonal and communication skills, along with a strong sense of integrity and problem-solving abilities. If you are a self-starter who thrives in a collaborative environment and is passionate about delivering exceptional service, this role is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of sales experience in commercial construction required.
• Strong communication and customer relations skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Develop and manage sales strategies with local general contractors.
• Maintain relationships with architectural firms and ensure project execution.

Skills

Interpersonal Communication Skills

Organizational Skills

Time Management Skills

Sales Strategy Development

Customer Relations

Problem Solving

Follow-up Skills

Tools

Standard Office Equipment

Job description

As a Sales Representative with Cook & Boardman, you must possess excellent interpersonal communication skills, a strong sense of integrity and outstanding organizational and time management skills. You must be able to lead the development and management of your territory, execute a sales strategy and develop and maintain critical relationships. You must also be a self-starter and problem solver who keeps the customers’ best interest at heart. This position conducts sales calls on existing and potential customers, generally General Contractors. You must develop a working knowledge of our key products, including Doors, Hardware, and Access Control equipment. Although our focus is on negotiated bids for construction projects, there are also opportunities to participate in public bid processes. We can support you in the development and management of bids and projects, although competence in those areas would be an advantage.

This is a remote position located in Indianapolis, IN.

Essential Functions

• Develop a sales strategy with local GC’s
• Identify opportunities to negotiate or bid work
• Thorough follow up on pending proposals
• Maintain a presence in the field where we have work in progress. Attend project meetings to ensure proper execution
• Participate in the bid preparation meetings
• Maintain relationships with the Architectural firms in the market providing spec writing services for upcoming projects
• All other duties as assigned

Minimum Qualifications

• 5 years of related sales experience in a commercial construction environment
• Strong Customer Relations skills
• Strong Verbal and written communication skills
• Must pass pre-employment background check and drug screen

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Industry knowledge or general contractor relationships will be an advantage
• Strong interpersonal skills
• Ability to follow-up and close sales opportunities

Physical Demands

Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs. occasionally. Must be able to move freely on jobsites, able to access upper-level floors under construction etc.

This job requires maintaining an office within the unit. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets and fax machines. Will require driving to GC offices, Architect offices, & project sites.

Qualification Requirements

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed above are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.