Outside Sales - Building Materials Distribution - Gpac
Minneapolis, MN
About the Job
Outside Sales Rep – Building Materials Distribution
gpac, a 30+ year recruitment company, is partnered with a well-established company in the building materials distribution industry. Our client, a family-run company for over 35 years, is seeking a motivated and experienced Outside Sales Rep to join their team. This is an amazing opportunity for candidates looking to advance their careers in wholesale distribution and be a part of a successful, growing company.
As the Outside Sales Rep, you will be responsible for building and maintaining strong relationships with customers, identifying new business opportunities, and achieving sales targets. You will utilize your building materials knowledge, particularly in drywall, insulation, metal, and wood framing, to effectively communicate and demonstrate the value of our client's products to customers.
Job Type: Full Time
Responsibilities for the Outside Sales Rep:
- Develop and implement sales strategies to generate new business and expand customer base
- Build and maintain relationships with existing customers to maximize sales and customer satisfaction
- Conduct product presentations and demonstrations to showcase the features and benefits of our client's products
- Prepare and deliver sales proposals, negotiate terms, and close sales deals
- Stay updated on industry trends, competitors, and market conditions to identify new business opportunities
Requirements of the Outside Sales Rep:
- Minimum 3-5 years of Outside Sales experience in wholesale distribution
- Strong knowledge of building materials, drywall, insulation, metal, and wood framing
- Proven track record of meeting and exceeding sales targets
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to establish rapport and build relationships with customers
- Highly motivated and results-oriented
- Strong negotiation and closing skills
All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, age, color, sex (including pregnancy), religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, military status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable laws or regulations.
GPAC (Growing People and Companies) is an award-winning search firm specializing in placing quality professionals within multiple industries across the United States since 1990. We are extremely competitive, client-focused and realize that our value is in our ability to deliver the right solutions at the right time.