Inside Commercial Sales - Millwork
Doug Ashy Building Materials · Lafayette, LA · 4 wk ago
On-siteInformation TechnologyFull-time
About the role
Now hiring: Full-time Inside Commercial Sales Representative in our Millwork Department at Doug Ashy Building Materials.
Responsibilities
- Greet customers in person and over the phone with a professional, knowledgeable, and solution-focused approach.
- Assist contractors, builders, and homeowners with selecting millwork products including interior and exterior doors, windows, moldings, trim, stair parts, columns, and related hardware with a focus on commercial applications.
- Interpret building plans, blueprints, and specifications to generate accurate take-offs and material lists.
- Prepare detailed quotes and estimates, ensuring pricing accuracy and alignment with project specifications.
- Process customer orders accurately from quote through delivery, coordinating closely with vendors and internal teams.
- Maintain strong product knowledge of millwork lines, manufacturer offerings, and installation best practices.
- Collaborate with outside sales representatives to support jobsite needs and strengthen customer relationships.
- Monitor inventory levels and communicate shortages, damages, or discrepancies to management.
- Maintain an organized, professional showroom and work area that reflects Doug Ashy’s standards.
- Proactively identify sales opportunities and build lasting customer relationships to grow repeat business.
- Support cross-training efforts and assist other departments as needed.
- Other duties as assigned by the manager to support the success of the team and business.
Requirements
- Strong customer service mindset with the ability to build trust and long-term relationships.
- Clear and professional communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Ability to read and interpret blueprints, commercial & construction drawings, and project specifications (preferred).
- Basic math skills for calculating dimensions, square footage, and material quantities.
- Proficiency with computers and ability to learn point-of-sale, estimating, and inventory systems.
- Strong organizational skills with attention to detail and accuracy.
- Prior millwork, door & window, lumberyard, or building materials experience preferred.
- Previous sales, retail, or construction-related experience preferred.
- Able to occasionally lift and move up to 25 pounds and perform light physical tasks such as bending, reaching, and organizing materials or displays.
- Comfortable working in a showroom/office environment with periodic warehouse interaction.
- Familiar with hollow metal, store front, related hardware, and fire codes where applicable.
Benefits
- Retirement Plan with Company Match – Helping you build a solid future.
- Health & Dental Insurance – Coverage that keeps you and your family protected.
- Paid Time Off – Earn time to relax, recharge, or take care of what matters.
- Employee Discounts – Save on the materials and products you use most.
- Job Stability & Team Environment – We’re family-owned and here for the long haul.