What are the responsibilities and job description for the Outside Sales Representative Millwork position at Meeks Lumber Company?
About Us
At Meeks Lumber Company, we value teamwork. We're a hands-on organization that works together to achieve our goals.
A Brief Overview
The Outside Sales Representative is responsible for generating new sales opportunities and securing existing accounts to increase profitability. This role involves promoting and selling products, managing customer relationships, and coordinating project schedules.
Requirements
To be successful in this role, you should have:
Key Skills
You'll need:
Travel Requirements
This role requires approximately 50% travel.
At Meeks Lumber Company, we value teamwork. We're a hands-on organization that works together to achieve our goals.
- We support each other with local and corporate team members who help along the way.
- We maintain a relaxed atmosphere, perfect for collaboration.
- We care about our communities, contributing to them through various initiatives.
- We work hard to improve continuously, staying organized and focused.
- We prioritize safety in the workplace, ensuring employees return home healthy and safe.
A Brief Overview
The Outside Sales Representative is responsible for generating new sales opportunities and securing existing accounts to increase profitability. This role involves promoting and selling products, managing customer relationships, and coordinating project schedules.
- Promote and secure new business opportunities.
- Provide excellent service to existing customers, including product recommendations and timely delivery.
- Analyze customer needs and select suitable products.
- Prepare and communicate quotes, terms, and delivery dates to customers.
- Resolve customer complaints and concerns.
- Manage account receivables and coordinate material deliveries.
- Prepare orders and input data as necessary.
- Stay informed about market trends, prices, and products.
- Maintain knowledge of daily and monthly sales performance.
- Estimate materials from blueprints and order special products when needed.
Requirements
To be successful in this role, you should have:
- A high school diploma or equivalent.
- At least 3 years of sales experience in the building materials industry.
Key Skills
You'll need:
- A working knowledge of building materials and products.
- Negotiation and contractual agreement skills.
- The ability to estimate from blueprints and use a calculator and computer.
- A strategic mindset and ability to plan and align work with organizational goals.
- Business acumen and the ability to collaborate with others.
- Effective communication skills and the ability to walk throughout yards, plants, and offices.
Travel Requirements
This role requires approximately 50% travel.
