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Builders FirstSource · 1 day ago

Outside Sales Representative- Lumber

Ventura, CA

Full-time

Onsite

New Grad, Entry Level

0+ years exp

Builders FirstSource is America’s largest supplier of building materials, and they are seeking an Outside Sales Representative to join their LA Team. This role involves representing the company by providing sales and customer service at customer sites, generating sales, and acting as a liaison between customers and the company.

Building MaterialManufacturingReal Estate

Responsibilities

Develops knowledge of effective sales techniques, familiarity with industry and understanding of products and services, as well as knowledge of policies and procedures

Attends company-sponsored training programs, as well as conferences, trade shows and meetings of professional organizations to expand knowledge

Accompanies more experienced Outside Sales Reps or Sales Manager on customer calls to become familiar with effective sales and customer service techniques

Develops understanding of customer’s needs and matches those needs with company products and services

Presents to customer’s information on various products and services offered by the company

Identifies potential customers and develops understanding how products and services will meet their needs

Pursues leads and gathers market intelligence on opportunities and competitors

Develops sales presentations for current and prospective customers, subject to review and approval by Sales Manager or more senior Outside Sales Rep

Conducts sales presentations to provide customers clarification how the company can meet their specific requirements

Prepares product quotes for customers

Prepares required recurring and special reports, forms or other documentation

Understands and observes all safety procedures and practices in order to prevent injury to self or coworkers

Attends periodic safety meetings as required and may recommend changes to improve safety procedures

Carries out other duties as assigned

Qualification

Sales techniquesPresentation skillsInterpersonal skillsOffice Suite proficiencyProfessionalismDiplomacyTactLearn productsValid driver’s licenseAttention to detail