Hardwood Lumber - Outside Sales Representative

Overview

We are seeking an ambitious and results-driven Outside Sales Representative to join our dynamic sales team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for driving sales through contacting current and prospective customers and effectively communicating the value of our hardwood lumber, plywood, mouldings and accessories.

This position manages key aspects of the sales and procurement cycles. Primary duties include handling all inbound customer inquiries, generating quotes, processing sales orders, and negotiating sales prices. This role also holds significant purchasing authority, responsible for analyzing hardwood usage reports, issuing purchase orders, and binding the company on wholesale inventory purchases from hardwood suppliers. Additional responsibilities include prospecting for new business, inspecting staged orders for accuracy, processing customer credits, and coordinating with the Brazos Mill Team to enforce sales initiatives.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Reasonable Accommodations Statement: To accomplish this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform, with or without reasonable accommodation, each essential function satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to help enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Essential Functions Statement(s)

• Buyer is authorized to negotiate pricing, volume, and selection of inventory based on analysis of the economy, specific market trends and demand of the specific product in specific markets.

• Buyer is accountable to purchase the line share of inventory for the entire company.• Buy products from manufacturers or brokerage firms and distribute them to wholesale and retail clients.

• Negotiate details of contracts and payments, and prepare sales contracts and order forms.

• Perform administrative duties, such as preparing sales budgets and reports, keeping sales records, and filing expense account reports.

• Monitor market conditions, product innovations, and competitors' products, prices, and sales.

• Check stock levels and reorder merchandise as necessary.

• Answer customers' questions about products, prices, availability, product uses, and credit terms.

• Recommend products to customers, based on customers' needs and interests.

• Contact regular and prospective customers to demonstrate products, explain product features, and solicit orders.

• Estimate or quote prices, credit or contract terms, warranties, and delivery dates.

• Consult with clients after sales or contract signings in order to resolve problems and to provide ongoing support.

• Prepare drawings, estimates, and bids that meet specific customer needs.

• Provide customers with product samples and catalogs.

• Identify prospective customers by using business directories, following leads from existing clients, participating in organizations and clubs, and attending trade shows and conferences.

• Arrange and direct delivery and installation of products and equipment.

• Obtain credit information about prospective customers.

• Forward orders to manufacturers.

• Plan, assemble, and stock product displays in retail stores, or make recommendations to retailers regarding product displays, promotional programs, and advertising.

• Negotiate with retail merchants to improve product exposure such as shelf positioning and advertising.

• Train customers' employees to operate and maintain new equipment.

• Drives and operates vehicle safely on public roads 90% or more of the daily activities.

Qualifications:
- Strong proficiency in English, both verbal and written (Bilingual [Spanish] is a plus)
- Proven experience in sales, particularly outside sales
- Familiarity with hardwood lumber, plywood and associated industry items
- Ability to effectively communicate and build rapport with customers
- Experience in hardwood lumber and plywood sales
- Self-motivated with a passion for achieving sales goals

Pay includes base salary plus commission along with health insurance, dental, vision and 401k matching.

If you are looking to advance your career in the industry and have a passion for hardwood lumber and plywood and building customer relationships, this Inside Sales Representative position offers an exciting opportunity for growth and development.

Skills

- English
- Negotiate
- Technical sales
- Customer service
- Telemarketing
- Inside sales
- Software
- Outbound calling
- Business development
- Communicate

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Experience:

• Customer service: 3 years (Required)

Language:

• Spanish (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• Driver's License (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Denham Springs, LA 70726: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Willingness to travel:

• 100% (Preferred)

Work Location: In person