Outside Sales Representative needed - Gpac

Job Title: Wholesale Outside Sales Representative

We have partnered up with a well-established provider of high-quality lumber and building materials, serving the construction industry with a commitment to excellence and customer satisfaction. They have an extensive product range and personalized service that make them a trusted partner for builders, contractors, and developers throughout the region.

Position Summary:

We are seeking a dynamic and results-driven Wholesale Outside Sales Representative to join our team. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in sales, a deep understanding of the lumber and building materials industry, and a passion for building relationships with clients. This role involves prospecting, developing, and maintaining a robust customer base, while driving sales growth within an assigned territory.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and execute a strategic sales plan to achieve and exceed sales targets within the assigned territory.
• Identify and target potential customers in the construction and building materials industry, including builders, contractors, and developers.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with existing customers, ensuring high levels of customer satisfaction and loyalty.
• Conduct regular sales calls, site visits, and presentations to promote Cook County Lumber’s products and services.
• Provide customers with product knowledge, pricing, and technical assistance as needed.
• Collaborate with the internal team, including customer service, operations, and logistics, to ensure timely and accurate delivery of products.
• Monitor market trends, competitor activities, and customer feedback to identify opportunities for growth and improvement.
• Prepare and submit regular sales reports, forecasts, and territory updates to management.
• Attend industry trade shows, networking events, and training sessions to stay current on industry trends and expand professional network.

Qualifications:

• Proven experience in outside sales, preferably within the lumber or building materials industry.
• Strong understanding of wholesale sales practices and the construction market.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and relationship-building skills.
• Self-motivated with a results-oriented mindset and the ability to work independently.
• Ability to travel within the assigned territory as required.
• Proficiency in using CRM software and Microsoft Office Suite.
• [Educational Requirement: Degree in Business, Sales, Marketing, or a related field preferred, but not required].

Benefits:

• Competitive salary with commission structure.
• Health insurance, retirement plans, and other benefits.
• Opportunities for professional development and career advancement.
• Company-provided vehicle and expense account for travel.
• Supportive and collaborative team environment.

How to Apply:

Interested candidates are invited to submit their resume and a cover letter detailing their sales experience and qualifications to monique.rudolph@gogpac.com Please include “Wholesale Outside Sales Representative Application” in the subject line. Call or Text 708-668-9724

This is an equal opportunity employer. We encourage applications from candidates of all backgrounds and experiences.

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.