Contractor Sales

About the role

We’re looking for a Contractor Sales Representative who knows their way around lumber, hardware, and building materials and knows how to turn that knowledge into sales. If you enjoy working with contractors, builders, and remodelers, developing relationships, and helping customers get their projects across the finish line, this opportunity in Arab, AL could be for you.

Responsibilities

• Build and grow relationships with contractors, builders, remodelers, and professional customers.
• Prospect for new customers through phone calls, visits, and networking.
• Provide expert product recommendations and solutions.
• Prepare quotes, material takeoffs, and special orders.
• Coordinate jobsite deliveries and special requirements.
• Follow up on quotes and projects to win business and keep customers coming back.
• Stay informed on competitor products and pricing.
• Process customer orders accurately using POS systems.
• Maintain sales and gross margin goals.
• Keep management updated on sales activity, customer opportunities, and upcoming projects.

Requirements

• 2–3+ years of sales experience in building materials, lumber, hardware, or a related industry preferred.
• Experience working with contractors, builders, or remodelers strongly preferred.
• Solid knowledge of lumber, building materials, and general hardware.
• Blueprint reading, residential construction, or material takeoff experience is a plus.
• Strong communication, organization, and problem-solving skills.
• Comfortable making sales calls and developing new business.
• Professional, dependable, and customer-focused.
• Ability to safely lift up to 100 lbs., climb ladders, and work in a store, yard, warehouse, and jobsites.
• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.

Benefits

All Employees:

• Employee Discount
• 401(k) with Employer Match
• Employee Assistance Program

Full-Time:

• Medical
• Vision
• Dental
• STD
• LTD/AD&D
• Life Insurance
• Dependent Life Insurance
• Will Preparation Services