Sales Support

Compensation for this role includes an hourly base rate plus monthly commission earnings. Typical commission averages between $6000–$10000 annually.

POSITION/

JOB TITLE:

Sales Support Associate

LOCATION:

Hopkins FLSA STATUS:
Non-Exempt/ HourlyAA / EEO CODE: 4 COC / SOC: 485 / 41-4010

POSITION SUMMARY:

Provides sales, field and administrative support to Sales Staff. Reliable and regular attendance is an essential function of this position.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

Estimating Read/interpret blue-prints

Determine and calculate materials needed from blueprints

Use own personal judgment to prepare material lists and cost estimates

Assemble correlate and interpret all data necessary to estimate material quantities, labor costs, and customer pricing.

Customer service

Develop a positive rapport with clients/customers

Promptly answer/address customer questions

Present conclusions and recommendations used to establish sales price and product selection decisions.

Data Entry Convert estimates into active orders using computer systems.

Conduct manual order entries, as necessary

Field measuring

Travel to job-sites to gather information necessary to recommend products and estimate quantities and costs.

Interpret blue-prints with foreman and identify material usage issues

Perform measurements for orders

Special order tracking

Utilize judgment, experience and knowledge to identify vendors and product offerings that best fit the customer’s needs and company objectives.

Calculate customer pricing and place special orders.

Report back to appropriate salespersons and/or customers

Sales Representation Represent Contractor Sales staff when Senior Sales member is out of the office.

Continuous Improvement Promote and support Continuous Improvement initiatives; follow Standard work as it applies to your work area and functions

Seek input from team to identify process improvement opportunities and recommend solutions

Commitment to Standard Work and willingness to create a positive impact

Safety and Wellness Assist other employees and departments as directed and needed

Increase knowledge and awareness of safety for yourself and others throughout the workplace

Report all safety concerns, hazards and incidents

Follow ergonomically correct standards in personal workspace

Promote safety and wellness initiatives EDUCATION &

EDUCATION:

High School Diploma or equivalent

Minimum 2-year degree in construction technology preferred1- 3 years sales and/or customer service required1 – 3 years in building materials and industry required KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES:

Excellent communication skills with the ability to speak clearly and listen carefully

Excellent customer service skills

Excellent math skills

Strong problem solving skills with the abilty to make anaytical and detailed decisions

Computer proficiency in the following programs:
Micros soft Outlook &Calender, Anderson IQ, Marvin MQS, Hayfield, Wood E Beam, etc.

Ability to read/interpret blue-prints

Ability to work independently with minimal supervision

Excellent organizational/time management skills

Building materials product/industry knowledge

Ability to use office equipemnt such as faxes, scanners, etc.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

Sit for extended periods of time Frequent use of hands, fingers and eyes (computer keyboard, monitor & phone)
ENVIRONMENT & PHYSICAL

WORKING CONDITIONS:

In-door office environment

Some exposure to extreme temperatures (job-site visits)
Some travel required to SBL locations, events and job sites LICENSE(S) AND/OR CERTIFICATE(S):

Valid Driver's License with acceptable driving record
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