Outside Sales Representative

We are Builders FirstSource, America's largest supplier of building materials, value-added components and building services to the professional market. You'll feel proud of the work you do here every day to transform the future of home building and help make the dream of home ownership more achievable. At BFS, we believe building a successful career is not solely defined by a degree. Your experience, skills, and passion are just as important, if not more so. As such, we are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace that welcomes candidates from all backgrounds and experience levels.We are searching for highly determined individuals who can provide exceptional customer service and have a track record of success in outside sales within the building products segment. The successful candidate will be responsible for prospecting, building, and maintaining relationships with new & existing customers, assessing their needs, making product recommendations, as well as providing sound product knowledge and consultation. Our primary clients are single family builders, residential contractors, and project managers. We are looking for competitive, go-getters Someone motivated to drive sales and earn big commissions through results What You'll Do: Represents the company during the sales process by collecting data on customer needs and design specifications. Develops sales contracts for a wide range of projects. Troubleshoots field issues which may be difficult to resolve or are complex in nature. Effectively plans and conducts sales presentations for current and prospective customers. Researches, identifies and solicits new customers. Generates sales opportunities through research on client needs, industry competition and effective demonstration of the features and benefits of the company's products and services. Continuously updates customers on products and services and provides explanations how these products and services meet current or future customer requirements. The ideal candidate would have experience in the lumber and building materials industry, as well as construction industry experience. We are willing to train the right candidate who fits in with our team. What You Can Bring to the Team: In-depth knowledge of company products, services, production processes and product standards Ability to maintain confidentiality regarding sensitive information, including company information and customer-specific information Demonstrated professionalism, diplomacy and tact to portray the company in a positive manner Highly effective selling skills Ability to achieve aggressive sales goals and objectives Highly effective presentation skills, including ability to present complex subject matter to an audience which may lack expertise of the topic Ability to prioritize work, manage time effectively and work unsupervised Well-developed interpersonal and influencing skills, including demonstrated ability to interact effectively with various levels within customer organizations, including senior management levels Proficiency in Office Suite Valid driver's license If the opportunity to work with a growing and successful company that provides a very competitive compensation and benefits package and opportunity for career growth is of interest to you, please apply to join our team Successful, innovative, and fulfilling careers are built here, and your professional development is a high priority. We invest in your future through the latest training, tools, and technologies. Highly collaborative, we work together to solve problems and find better ways to continually grow our business and careers every day. You'll be empowered to try new things, gain new experiences, and build a career with unlimited horizons. The scale and depth of resources that being the #1 building materials distributor in the nation provides a variety of opportunities for you to explore - all in a friendly, people-first environment. Join us to be more, do more, and build more, together at BFS. In addition to the base wage listed, this position is further eligible to receive commission compensation for earned commissions related to sales of eligible Company products and/or services subject to changes in plan design and documents and in accordance with applicable law. Commissions are based on a percentage of the transactions sold and subject to the terms and conditions of the applicable Commission Agreement. At Builders FirstSource, we offer competitive, affordable benefits designed to make life better for you and the people you love. Our goal is simple - provide great plans that help you and your family to live happier, healthier and more secure lives. To view all our benefit offerings click here www.bldrbenefits.com. Builders FirstSource is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, protected veteran status or status as an individual with a disability. In compliance with the ADA Amendments Act (ADAAA), if you have a disability and would like to request an accommodation in order to apply for a position with Builders FirstSource, please call (214) 765-3990 or email: ADA.Accommodation@bldr.com. Please do not send resumes to this email address - it is intended only to be used to request an accommodation in submitting an application for a job opening.