LaSalle Lumber Company, LLC is seeking an experienced sales person to join our team! We are a dynamic and rapidly growing forest products company located in Ruston, Louisiana. Ruston is home to Louisiana Tech University and neighbor to Grambling State University. These vibrant communities provide our area with numerous cultural and recreational opportunities. LaSalle's emphasis on work-life balance and the attractive benefits package makes it an appealing choice for professionals seeking a rewarding career in or near Ruston, LA.

Responsibilities

• Makes outgoing customer calls in order to sell products and services
• Answers questions about product specifications and pricing
• Accurately and efficiently enters customer information into company databases for mailing and billing purposes
• Assists sales with arranging meetings and sales calls with customers
• Contacts customers in response to correspondence or feedback
• Maintains working knowledge of products and services sold and keeps current on industry developments
• Travel up to 30%

Education and/or Experience

• High school diploma or GED
• 3 or more years of sales lead experience preferred but not required
• Ability to work flexible hours including occasional weekends for travel and/or trade shows

Skills

• Exceptional Interpersonal/Communication skills
• Proficient in Microsoft office programs
• Cold Calling/Networking
• Prospecting/Sourcing/Lead generation
• Excellent planning and organizational skills
• Self-motivated and ability to multi-task
• Strong troubleshooting skills

Benefits include:

• Medical, Dental, Vision
• Company paid life insurance
• Voluntary life insurance
• 401K Retirement plan with Employer Match*
• Company paid Short Term Disability
• Company paid Long Term Disability
• Nine paid holidays
• Paid Time Off (PTO)

*Auto-enrollment after 90 days with 3yr vesting schedule

LaSalle Lumber Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and all applications will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, sex, age (40 and above), disability, religion, national origin, or any other protected status where otherwise qualified.