Sales Trainee

Are you ready to build a rewarding and lifelong career? Do you thrive in a team environment that challenges you to be your best? Join 84 Lumber, a family-owned company founded on growth, stability, and the mindset that "nothing is impossible." 84 Lumber is hiring immediately and has the perfect career opportunity for you!

WHO IS 84?

84 Lumber is the nation's largest privately held supplier of building materials, manufactured components and industry-leading services for residential and commercial construction. With over 320 facilities in 34 states and plans for even more locations, your opportunities for growth within the company are endless. If you invest in yourself, we will invest in you!

At 84 Lumber, we promote nearly 100% from within, creating a unique environment where you can build your own career path. Over 96% of our store managers began as Manager Trainees, and on average, you can earn your first promotion within six months.

COMPREHENISVE BENEFITS PACKAGE:

We offer all the benefits you expect from an industry leader, including:
* Monthly performance incentives (both store and personal-level bonus potential)
* Paid Time Off (PTO), sick and personal days
* Medical, dental and vision insurance
* Holiday pay
* Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) for medical and dependent care
* Annual profit sharing and 401(k) with employer match (based on company profits)
* Discounts on building materials and other retail partnerships

RECOGNITION & Awards:

In 2024, 84 Lumber was proudly recognized as one of:

* America's Most Trustworthy Companies by Newsweek
* Top Retailers by USA Today
* Largest Private Companies by Forbes
* Fastest-Growing Companies by Inc. 5000.

The Sales Trainee will customarily and regularly sell products and services offered by 84 Lumber to current and new clientele away from the 84 Lumber store locations. This position is responsible for creating positive customer relationships. The Contractor Sales Representative is building a book of business to become an Outside Sales Representative. Other duties may be assigned by Store Manager.

Responsibilities:

* Builds and maintains a network of sources from which to identify new sales leads.
* Communicates with customers and leads to identify and understand their product or service needs; identifies and suggests products and services to meet those needs.
* Demonstrates the functions and utility of products or services to customers based on their needs.
* Ensures customer satisfaction through ongoing communication and relationship management; resolves any issues that may arise post-sale.
* Maintains communication with existing and previous customers, alerting them of new products, services, and enhancements that may be of interest.
* Maintains detailed reports of sales activities including calls, orders, sales, lost business, and any customer or vendor relationship problems.
Qualifications:
* Create and continually grow book of business and acquire new customers.
* Create material estimates/read blueprints.
* Source special order material.
* Respond to common inquiries or complaints from customers.
* Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills.
* Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
* Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
* Ability to function in a high-paced and sometimes stressful environment.
* Reading prints.
* Creating material estimates.
* Sourcing special orders.

BILINGUAL PREFERRED
PAY IS TEMPORARY UNTIL PROMOTION IN 6-8 MONTHS
STARTS AT:
- $16/HR Base Pay
- $24/HR For Overtime over 40HRS; Weekly (8-10 hours of guaranteed Overtime per week)
- Up To $900 Monthly In Bonuses ($300-$500/month on average)

- Yearly Pay Range of approximately $48K-$50K

84 Lumber Company is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or genetic information. 84 Lumber Company is committed to providing access, equal opportunity, and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities. To request reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, contact recruiting@84lumber.com.

• Payroll, Invoicing, Inventory and POS Systems
• Microsoft Office Suite (previous experience preferred)
• Interpreting and analyzing common financial reports
• Reading blueprints and creating material lists
• Responding to common inquiries or complaints from customers

REQUIREMENTS:

• Education: High school diploma or GED equivalent Availability: Full-time schedule (48+ hours/week, overtime included)

Are you ready to lead, learn, and grow with 84 Lumber? Apply today to begin your career journey!

84 Lumber is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status.