Sales Support Specialist – Building Materials

Builders FirstSource, Inc.; Vista (CA); On-site; USD 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Builders FirstSource, Inc. in Vista, California, is looking for a dedicated sales assistant to support the Outside Sales team. This role involves compiling customer lists, traveling to meet clients, and showcasing product features to enhance sales.

The ideal candidate will have a certificate from a technical school or equivalent experience, preferably in the building materials sector. Strong communication and problem-solving skills are essential for navigating customer needs and ensuring successful transactions.

Qualifications

• One year certificate from college or technical school or equivalent experience.
• Prior building materials industry experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Compiles lists of prospective customers for sales leads.
• Travels throughout assigned territory to meet customers.
• Displays or demonstrates product features to customers.
• Quotes prices and prepares sales contracts for orders.
• Estimates delivery dates for customers.
• Prepares reports on business transactions and tracks stock levels.

Skills

Problem-solving

Customer service

Sales proficiency

Communication skills

Teamwork

Market knowledge

Education

Certificate from college or technical school

Tools

Spreadsheet software

Word Processing software

Job description

Builders FirstSource, Inc. in Vista, California, is looking for a dedicated sales assistant to support the Outside Sales team. This role involves compiling customer lists, traveling to meet clients, and showcasing product features to enhance sales.

The ideal candidate will have a certificate from a technical school or equivalent experience, preferably in the building materials sector. Strong communication and problem-solving skills are essential for navigating customer needs and ensuring successful transactions.