Homewood & Meeks, a Division of US LBM, We're all about
teamwork! All positions are hands-on and we band together when necessary.
We support each other! We have local and corporate team members to help you along the way and partner on projects as appropriate.We are a relaxed atmosphere. This is not a suit-and-tie environment.We care about our communities. USLBM, our divisions and associates are committed to contributing to the communities where we live and work.We work hard! We are a continuous improvement-driven organization, and we are focused on keeping organized and on task.We're built on safety. We provide a safe and healthy workplace for all our employees. Our employees go home in the same condition they came to work.
A Brief OverviewThe Outside Sales Representative generates and secures new sales to increase the profitability of the company. This position maintains existing accounts while generating new business through cold calls and following leads.
Pay Range: $36,000 - $45,000 annually, plus commission
What you will doPromote, sell, and secure new accounts for the company.Provide existing accounts with necessary products, time, and information.Assist with the selection of products best suited to customer needs.Prepare, coordinate, and communicate price quotations, terms of sales, delivery dates, and service obligations to customers/contractors.Resolve customer complaints and problems.Assist in the collection of accounts receivable.Coordinate project schedules, contractor schedules, and material deliveries.Prepare and input orders as necessary.Informs company of competitive prices, products, and area-related information.Maintain current knowledge of daily and monthly sales and their relationship to budget and margin goals.Research and order special products as necessary.Estimate materials from blueprints supplied by customer/contractor.Adhere to Conflict of Interest or Non-Compete agreement if in place.Comply with Company's attendance policy by maintaining regular and predictable attendance.
Required For All JobsPerform other duties as assigned.Comply with all policies and standards.Adheres to Company's commitment to workplace safety.
Education QualificationsHigh School Diploma or GED required.
Experience Qualifications3 years of sales experience in building materials or related industry required.
Skills and AbilitiesWorking knowledge of building materials industry and products, ability to negotiate prices and contractual agreements.Estimating from blueprints, ability to use calculator and computer.Strategic Mindset - Seeing ahead to future possibilities and translating them into breakthrough strategies.Plans and Aligns - Planning and prioritizing work to meet commitments aligned with organizational goals.Business Insight - Applying knowledge of business and the marketplace to advance the organization's goals.Collaborates - Building partnerships and working collaboratively with others to meet shared objectives.Communicates Effectively - Developing and delivering multi-mode communications that convey a clear understanding of the unique needs of different audiences.Must be able to walk throughout yards, plants, and offices.
Licenses and CertificationsDL NUMBER - Driver License, Valid and in State required upon hire.
Travel Requirements50% Travel.
Homewood & Meeks, a Division of US LBM Holdings, LLC is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, national origin or ancestry, sex, age, physical or mental disability, veteran or military status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, military status, order of protection status, or any other legally recognized protected basis under federal, state, or local law.
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