Job Description
Job Title: Outside Sales Representative
Company: Reading Lumber
Location: North Reading, Massachusetts
Employment Type: Full-Time
Reports To: Sales Manager
About Reading Lumber:
Reading Lumber is a trusted, locally owned building materials supplier serving contractors, remodelers, and homeowners. We specialize in high-quality lumber, siding, roofing, windows, doors, decking, and other construction materials. With a focus on exceptional service and strong relationships, we’ve built our reputation on reliability, integrity, and product expertise.
Position Summary:
The Outside Sales Representative is responsible for generating new business and maintaining relationships with existing customers in the construction, remodeling, and home improvement industries. This role requires a self-motivated, customer-focused individual who can identify opportunities, provide expert product knowledge, and deliver value-added solutions to our clients.
Key Responsibilities:
- Develop and maintain relationships with contractors, builders, remodelers, and other trade professionals.
- Promote and sell Reading Lumber’s full line of building materials, including lumber, siding, roofing, windows, doors, and specialty products.
- Conduct regular site visits to assess customer needs, provide quotes, and ensure timely delivery of materials.
- Prepare and follow up on estimates, bids, and proposals.
- Collaborate with inside sales, purchasing, and delivery team to ensure customer satisfaction.
- Maintain a thorough understanding of product lines, pricing, and market trends.
- Achieve or exceed monthly and annual sales goals.
- Represent Reading Lumber professionally at trade shows, networking events, and customer appreciation events.
- Resolve customer issues quickly and effectively, ensuring long-term satisfaction.
Qualifications:
- Proven experience in building materials sales, construction supply, or a related field (preferred).
- Strong knowledge of lumber, roofing, siding, windows, doors, and other building products.
- Excellent communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills.
- Highly motivated, organized, and able to work independently.
- Valid driver’s license
Benefits:
- Competitive base salary plus commission.
- Company vehicle or mileage reimbursement.
- Health insurance.
- Paid time off and holidays.
- Opportunities for career growth and professional development.