Window Sales Person

Allegheny Millwork & Lumber; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 45,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Dental and Vision coverage

401k with Company Match

Paid Holidays

Paid Vacation

Job summary

A leading lumberyard in Pittsburgh seeks a Window Sales professional to develop accounts and provide sales support. Candidates should possess a degree in Construction Management or relevant experience and must excel at reading architectural blueprints. The role involves analyzing drawings, making proposals, and assisting the Sales Manager. Employee benefits include Health, Dental, and Vision coverage, along with a 401k plan.

Qualifications

• Must be familiar with general construction practices related to framing and window installation.
• Proven ability to extract key data from contracts and ensure compliance.
• Experience in managing workflow and understanding project specs.
• Strong proficiency with MS Office and general software tools.
• Excellent verbal and written communication.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and develop new accounts throughout the Pittsburgh region.
• Analyze architectural drawings and prepare detailed proposals.
• Assist in maintaining organized records of bid documents.
• Provide administrative support to the Sales Manager.
• Keep thorough records of bid documents and vendor communications.
• Provide project cost analysis and assist in forecasting.
• Stay current on product knowledge for windows and doors.
• Prepare master quotes and assist in project file setup.
• Support the Sales Manager with administrative tasks and displays upkeep.

Skills

Familiarity with general construction practices

Ability to read architectural blueprints

Strong communication skills

Detail-oriented and organized

Proficient in MS Office

Education

Bachelor's degree in Construction Management or equivalent experience

Tools

MS Office

Adobe Acrobat

Adobe Acrobat

MS Word

Job description

Window Sales

Allegheny Millwork & Lumber, located in the South Side of Pittsburgh, is an industry-leading lumberyard with a window and door division that focuses on the sale of three premium window lines: Marvin Windows and Doors, Kolbe Windows and JELD-WEN Windows.

The ideal candidate for this position must be familiar with general construction practices as it pertains to framing and window installation. Must be able to read and understand construction plans and have some field experience with either framing or window installation and/or a Construction Management degree. Knowledge in Window/Glazing Industry a plus.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Maintain and develop new accounts. The position will require travel throughout the Pittsburgh region to call on builders, remodelers and architects and to build a solid customer base with assistance from the Sales Manager.
• Analyze architectural drawings, make material take-offs, obtain quotes from suppliers, and interpret specifications.
• Provide detailed proposals and an accurate bid package.
• Take direction from various staff members.
• Maintain detailed and organized records of bid documents.
• Possess strong computer skills using Excel spreadsheets and formulas.
• Communicate effectively with vendors and customers.
• Perform job cost analysis and assist in preparing projections.
• Maintain up-to-date product knowledge on all products offered.
• Assist in setting up files and databases for new projects and prepare master quotes.
• Provide administrative support to the Sales Manager.
• Assist in maintenance, general cleaning and upkeep of displays and display area.

Skills/Qualifications

• A four-year bachelor's degree or equivalent experience in construction management.
• Proven ability to read architectural blueprints and shop drawings.
• Proven ability to extract all key data elements from contracts, and to establish processes and systems to ensure compliance with all contractual terms.
• Assist in managing all aspects of workflow and understand project specs, construction documents, and perform complete window and door take-offs.
• Detail-oriented and organized.
• Ability to read and interpret construction documents a plus.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong software experience, with preference for working knowledge of Outlook, Proficient in MS Office (Especially Word, Excel), Adobe Acrobat PDF Documents.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and meet project deadlines
• Provide excellent customer service and develop vendor relationships

Salary

Base salary combined with a commission plan.

Benefits

Allegheny Millwork & Lumber offers a comprehensive group of employee benefits to include Health, Dental and Vision coverage, Life and Disability, 401k with Company Match, paid Holidays and Vacation. EOE