Sales Support

Betterlivingvirginia; Charlottesville (VA); On-site; USD 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance

401(k) Retirement Plan and Profit Sharing Plan

Employer-paid Life and Long-Term Disability insurance

Paid Time Off (PTO) and Paid Holidays

Employee Purchase Discounts

Job summary

Betterlivingvirginia is looking for a motivated individual to join as a Building Materials Sales Support specialist in Charlottesville, Virginia. This role connects our products with professionals, providing essential support to the sales team. Ideal candidates should possess strong communication skills and a passion for the building industry.

We offer a family-oriented work environment with benefits like medical insurance, a 401(k) plan, and employee discounts, promoting long-term career growth.

Qualifications

• Exceptional verbal and written communication skills to explain technical products.
• Ability to manage multiple high-priority orders simultaneously.
• Comfortable learning industry-specific software and proficient in Microsoft Office.

Responsibilities

• Assist sales representatives by preparing quotes and proposals.
• Greet and assist walk-in customers with inquiries.
• Accurately enter and process sales orders in the system.
• Process returns/credits and assist with general office duties.

Skills

Exceptional communication skills

Problem-solving

Knowledge of building materials

Proficiency in Microsoft Office

Tools

POS and inventory software

Job description

We are seeking a motivated and customer service oriented individual to join our team as a Building Materials Sales Support specialist. In this role, you connect our products with the professionals who use them, providing vital support to our sales team and ensuring that our customers receive the highest quality service. If you have a knack for problem-solving and an interest in the building and construction industry, we encourage you to apply and help us build success one project at a time.

Join a company that has been the backbone of the Charlottesville building community for over 130 years. We offer a stable, family-oriented work environment where long-term career growth is encouraged.

Check us out: https://betterlivingvirginia.com/

Essential Duties

• Desire to learn from experienced sales staff.
• Assist outside and inside sales representatives by preparing quotes, drafting professional proposals, and sourcing product technical data for client meetings.
• Greet and assist walk-in customers and handle phone inquiries regarding product availability, lead times, and order status.
• Develop a working knowledge of building materials to help guide customers toward the right solutions for their projects.
• Assist customers by preparing quotes, drafting proposals, and sourcing product data for client meetings.
• Accurately enter and process sales orders into the system, ensuring that delivery dates, product specifications, and pricing are exact.
• Process returns/credits, and assist with general office duties as needed.

This position could lead to a commissioned salesperson position once experience is gained.

Benefits

• Choices for Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance.
• 401(k) Retirement Plan and Profit Sharing Plan.
• Employer-paid Life and Long-Term Disability insurance.
• Paid Time Off (PTO) and Paid Holidays.
• Employee Purchase Discounts.

Requirements

• Exceptional verbal and written communication skills; ability to explain technical products to a non-technical audience.
• Ability to manage multiple high-priority quotes and orders simultaneously without losing track of details.
• Comfortable learning industry-specific POS and inventory software; proficient in Microsoft Office.
• Must be able to remain on your feet for extended periods while assisting in the showroom or checking inventory in the yard.