Outside Sales Representative (7357) - Military Veterans
at L&W Supply
L&W Supply is a leading specialty distributor of drywall, ceiling tiles, steel framing and other building materials used by commercial and residential contractors. L&W Supply delivers the products and capabilities offered by a national distributor paired with the service and personal touch usually found only in a locally owned business.
L&W Supply is looking for a service oriented Outside Sales Representative to cultivate relationships and take its sales to the next level.
Specific duties may include:
- Cultivating and managing customer relationships
- Conduct all steps of the sales process with customers
- Create and pursue customer leads
- Create a sales plan and target customers accordingly
- Identify and execute on opportunities to up-sell and cross-sell
- Making cold calls to prospective customers
- Following sales leads and scheduling appointments with prospective customers
- Following up with customers and providing solutions, should a service concern arise
- Providing training to customers and their teams on various product lines and services
- Direct the creation of quotes for customers
- Solicit feedback from customers on products and services and provide to the Sales Manager and/or Branch Manager for appropriate follow-up action
- Gather competitive market and pricing information
- Connecting with customers to ensure that past due bills are paid and collect payments when necessary
Specific qualifications include:
- College degree (Business, Sales or other related field) or equivalent combination of education and experience
- Specific industry knowledge, including both familiarity with product lines and the overall building contractor process, is preferred
- Proven experience in business development and strong sales skills
- Must have valid driver's license, own reliable transportation, be able to pass MVR check, and vehicle insurance must meet company's requirements
- Exceptional verbal and written communication, interpersonal and public speaking skills
- Professional appearance and demeanor
- Superior time-management and organization skills
- Positive, team-oriented attitude
L&W Supply values hard work and dedication and rewards its associates with an excellent compensation package. In addition to a competitive pay and commission structure, Outside Sales Representatives will receive a comprehensive benefits package.
Benefits may include:
- Health, dental, and vision coverage - eligible after 60 days, low out of pocket
- 401(k) with generous company match - eligible after 60 days, immediately vested
- Employer paid employee assistance program
- Employer paid short term and long term disability
- Employer paid life insurance
- Flex spending
- Paid vacation
- Paid sick days
- Paid holidays
- Vehicle allowance
- Expense account
Equal Opportunity Employer / Drug Free Workplace
ABC Supply values diversity and we actively encourage women, minorities, and veterans to apply.
Columbus, IN
Nationwide Strength As one of the nation's largest distributors of gypsum wallboard and building materials, our multiple branches are set up to seamlessly work together to meet your needs. At L&W Supply, you'll get the same level of service and the same access to products no matter where you are. Or where your next job happens to be. It's what makes us the single source for the quality products and services you need to complete your products on time and on budget. Local Commitment Our commitment continues where it matters most- at the local level. Our neighborhood branches are part of your community and can offer knowledge of your market that is second to none. From insight into local building codes to offering the right mix of customized products and services, our staff can help you tackle any size job in the industry. Better yet, you can expect this same level of superior service from one branch to the next. Whether those branches are across town or across the country. It's this local dedication, backed by nationwide strength, that enables us to be the solutions provider for all of your project needs. From start to finish, our commitment lets us be everywhere you need us to be.