Outside Sales Representative
Top Benefits
About the role
Do you have a network of contractors? Are you in the building supplies world? With a competitive compensation package comprised of base pay, bonus, and commission, Fraser Valley Building Supplies is the place for you!
OVERVIEW:
The Outside Sales Representative is responsible for developing and maintaining strong relationships with local contractors by providing expert advice and solutions related to lumber and building materials. This role focuses on growing an assigned customer base, generating new business, and delivering a high level of customer service through outside sales activities, jobsite visits, phone, email, and in-store interactions. A strong understanding of the building industry and applicable building codes is required.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Maximize local network of tradespeople by building strong relations with the contractor in order to pursue new account growth and generate business leads.
- Maintains competitive market pricing to ensure success of sales and maintain company margin objectives
- Prepare estimates/quotes for the customer through our computer system
- Provide calculations and product recommendations to the customer with the best option for the project
- Actively prospect new customers through cold calling, jobsite visits, and networking
- Keep current on competitors' pricing
- Maintaining knowledge of marketplace dynamics including new suppliers and products, and informing our customers of changes.
- Ensure paperwork and delivery documents are properly executed
- Achieve sales plan with monthly budget review
- Collaborate with all appropriate departments to meet and exceed sales goals
- Work with credit department and potential customers to establish appropriate credit limits, and follow through in order to reduce liability to the organization
- Conduct business in a manner that supports workplace safety and complies with company policies and WorkSafeBC requirements
QUALIFICATIONS
- Minimum 3-5 years of sales experience, preferably in building materials, lumber, or home improvement
- Strong knowledge of building centre and construction materials
- Valid driver’s licence and means of transportation
- Computer literacy, Intermediate knowledge of Microsoft Office, and CAD knowledge are an asset
- Excellent written & verbal skills
- Strong work ethic, sense of responsibility and attention to detail and confidentiality
About Fraser Valley Building Supplies
Established in 1992, Fraser Valley Building Supplies is a locally-owned business with amiable and professional staff. We are dedicated to serving homeowners, contractors and professional builders as your primary destination for any building projects. For over 25 years, FVBS has been an industry leader in providing building materials to our customers across the lower mainland. We offer a huge variety of products and services, from home building materials and lumber to engineering consultation and contractor service! Whether you are planning a small project, home renovation or a completely new building, Fraser Valley Building Supplies is your first choice.
We have four convenient locations to serve our local communities: RONA Home Centre stores in Mission and Hope, and 2 Ace Hardware locations in Abbotsford and Cloverdale. We are here to make your work easy and exceed your expectations!
Outside Sales Representative
Top Benefits
About the role
Do you have a network of contractors? Are you in the building supplies world? With a competitive compensation package comprised of base pay, bonus, and commission, Fraser Valley Building Supplies is the place for you!
OVERVIEW:
The Outside Sales Representative is responsible for developing and maintaining strong relationships with local contractors by providing expert advice and solutions related to lumber and building materials. This role focuses on growing an assigned customer base, generating new business, and delivering a high level of customer service through outside sales activities, jobsite visits, phone, email, and in-store interactions. A strong understanding of the building industry and applicable building codes is required.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Maximize local network of tradespeople by building strong relations with the contractor in order to pursue new account growth and generate business leads.
- Maintains competitive market pricing to ensure success of sales and maintain company margin objectives
- Prepare estimates/quotes for the customer through our computer system
- Provide calculations and product recommendations to the customer with the best option for the project
- Actively prospect new customers through cold calling, jobsite visits, and networking
- Keep current on competitors' pricing
- Maintaining knowledge of marketplace dynamics including new suppliers and products, and informing our customers of changes.
- Ensure paperwork and delivery documents are properly executed
- Achieve sales plan with monthly budget review
- Collaborate with all appropriate departments to meet and exceed sales goals
- Work with credit department and potential customers to establish appropriate credit limits, and follow through in order to reduce liability to the organization
- Conduct business in a manner that supports workplace safety and complies with company policies and WorkSafeBC requirements
QUALIFICATIONS
- Minimum 3-5 years of sales experience, preferably in building materials, lumber, or home improvement
- Strong knowledge of building centre and construction materials
- Valid driver’s licence and means of transportation
- Computer literacy, Intermediate knowledge of Microsoft Office, and CAD knowledge are an asset
- Excellent written & verbal skills
- Strong work ethic, sense of responsibility and attention to detail and confidentiality
About Fraser Valley Building Supplies
Established in 1992, Fraser Valley Building Supplies is a locally-owned business with amiable and professional staff. We are dedicated to serving homeowners, contractors and professional builders as your primary destination for any building projects. For over 25 years, FVBS has been an industry leader in providing building materials to our customers across the lower mainland. We offer a huge variety of products and services, from home building materials and lumber to engineering consultation and contractor service! Whether you are planning a small project, home renovation or a completely new building, Fraser Valley Building Supplies is your first choice.
We have four convenient locations to serve our local communities: RONA Home Centre stores in Mission and Hope, and 2 Ace Hardware locations in Abbotsford and Cloverdale. We are here to make your work easy and exceed your expectations!