Now Hiring - Spahn & Rose Lumber Co. - Outside Sales Representative in De Witt, IA

Full description of the position

Company Overview

Established in 1904, Spahn & Rose Lumber Co. has grown to include 28 retail lumber and building material stores across several states. Our mission is to provide customers with exceptional service and a superior quality mix of products while fostering rewarding career opportunities for our employees. Summary We are seeking an Outside Sales Representative to join our dynamic team in DeWitt, IA. This role is crucial in driving our sales initiatives, enhancing customer relationships, and contributing to our mission of delivering high- quality building materials. The ideal candidate will play a key role in expanding our market presence and ensuring customer satisfaction.

Responsibilities

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• Communicate with clients and customers to provide a high level of customer service.
• Call on prospective customers and establish buying cycles, customer needs, and create a customer supplier relationship.
• Build relationships with key decision makers. Act as liaison and single point of contact with major residential and commercial customers.
• Represent self as a consultative partner by understanding a customer's business needs and providing solutions
• Establish buying influences, budgets and purchasing criteria for assigned accounts.
• Engage in technical discussions with potential clients through demonstrations and knowledge of the industry.
• Remain knowledgeable and up-to-date on changes and developments in the construction and building materials industry.
• Submit orders by referring to price lists and product literature.
• Assist and resolve customer requests and/or problems in a prompt and professional manner.
• Ensure shipments and deliveries are completed properly and resolve any customer issues timely.
• Developing long-term relationships with builders, contractors and customers is a key ingredient to the success of this position.
• Operates computers programmed with company software to record, store and analyze information.
• Execute sales effort in an ethical and professional manner that will reflect favorably on the reputation of both the salesperson and the company.

Qualifications

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• At least 2 to 5 years of relevant experience preferred preferably in construction, building materials, or a related industry.
• Must have strong communication, technical, and relationship-building skills.
• Ability to maintain and grow customer base through prospecting, development, quoting, and follow-up.
• Able to learn quickly and work independently.
• Computer literate with Microsoft Office and email.
• Previous experience with building materials/construction practices preferred.
• At Spahn & Rose we pride ourselves in providing our customers with excellent service and a superior quality product mix, while encouraging our associates to have rewarding careers with potential for advancement. We offer a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package including health, dental, disability and 401K and profit-sharing plans. If you are interested in being part of a growing and dynamic organization doing business for over 120 years, we encourage you to apply and submit your resume today! Job Type: Full-time

Benefits

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• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible schedule
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Referral program
• Vision insurance Experience:
• Sales: 2 years (Required) Ability to Commute:
• DeWitt, IA 52742 (Required) Work Location: In person