Outside Sales Rep

Outside Sales Representative - Building Materials (Roofing, Siding, Windows, etc.)

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 belief that nothing is impossible. We're hiring immediately for an Outside Sales Representative (OSR)-the perfect opportunity to advance your career with the nation's leading building materials supplier.

Please Note: We are specifically seeking candidates with proven experience in building material sales or related industries (roofing, siding, windows, doors, etc.). Only apply if you meet these qualifications.

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 growing), opportunities for career growth are limitless.

At 84 Lumber, we believe in promoting from within-nearly 100% of our store managers began as Manager Trainees, and many earn their first promotion within six months. When you invest in yourself, we invest in you.

COMPREHENISVE BENEFITS PACKAGE:

• Monthly performance incentives (store and individual bonus potential)

• Paid Time Off (PTO), sick, and personal days

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance

• Holiday pay

• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)

• Annual profit sharing & 401(k) with employer match

• Discounts on building materials and retail partnerships

RECOGNITION & Awards:

In 2024, 84 Lumber was recognized as one of:

• America's Most Trustworthy Companies - Newsweek

• Top Retailers - USA Today

• Largest Private Companies - Forbes

• Fastest-Growing Companies - Inc. 5000

The Outside Sales Representative ("OSR") will customarily and regularly sell products and services offered by 84 Lumber to current and new clientele away from 84 Lumber stores and other locations. This position is responsible for continuing positive customer relationships and identifying new potential customers. This position is also responsible for achieving predetermined sales goals at an acceptable margin

• 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.
• Provides periodic territory sales forecasts.

• Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills.
• Excellent sales and negotiation skills.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to function well in a high-paced and at times stressful environment.
• Reading prints.
• Creating material estimates.
• Sourcing special orders.