Sales Representative Construction Supply

13115 NE Whitaker Way, Portland, OR 97230, USA

Job Description

Posted Monday, January 5, 2026 at 6:00 AM

The vision of Southern Carlson is to develop strong business relationships so we understand our customers' individual needs and provide the best possible service to improve our and their profitability.

Outside Sales Representative – Portland, OR

Southern Carlson & The Contractor's Choice™

Are you a driven sales professional with experience in construction or manufacturing tools and supplies?
Do you thrive on solving problems and building lasting customer relationships in the field? Are you looking to grow with a nationwide company that still feels like family?
If so, Southern Carlson wants you on our team as an Outside Sales Representative in Portland, OR
!

Who We Are

At Southern Carlson
, we’ve been a trusted partner for professional contractors and manufacturers since 1947. With the industry's broadest selection of high-quality tools, fasteners, jobsite supplies, and tool repair services, we don’t just sell — we solve.

Our culture is driven by a relentless focus on service, relationships, and continuous improvement
. We live and breathe our core values
, which guide how we treat each other, our customers, and our vendor partners:

Provide Fanatical Service – We treat every customer problem like it’s our own. We strive to exceed expectations with faster, better solutions — every time.

Act with Urgency – In our industry, every second matters. We move fast because our customers depend on it.

Earn & Maintain Trust – We build long-term partnerships based on transparency, reliability, and follow-through.

Continuously Improve – We never settle. We’re always looking for ways to grow our knowledge, refine our processes, and elevate the customer experience.

These values are the foundation of our brand and the reason Southern Carlson feels like a family
, even as a national company.

What You’ll Do

As an Outside Sales Representative, you will:

Build and manage a sales pipeline to meet or exceed targets

Develop new business through cold calling, networking, and community outreach

Manage customer accounts, proactively resolving issues and coordinating deliveries

Present tailored, solution-driven proposals to help customers succeed

Stay informed on product offerings, market trends, and customer needs

Spend time in the field cultivating and strengthening customer relationships

What You Bring

You may be a great fit if you:

Have 1+ years of sales or business development experience
, preferably in construction or industrial supply

Possess a valid driver’s license and clean driving record

Are mechanically inclined and knowledgeable about tools, fasteners, or jobsite supplies

Have an established network in the industry or a strong ability to build one

Excel in both verbal and written communication;
bilingual (English/Spanish) is a plus

Are self‑motivated
, solution‑oriented, and detail‑driven

Can lift 50 lbs regularly
, and up to 100 lbs occasionally

Preferred but not required: Bachelor’s degree in Business, Marketing, or a related field

Why You’ll Love Working With Us

Base salary + uncapped commission

Family‑oriented, collaborative team culture

401(k) with company match

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Career advancement opportunities with a growing national brand

Employment offers are contingent upon passing a background check.

Ready to Join Our Team?

Become part of something bigger — where your contributions make a real difference, and your success is celebrated.

WE ARE AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER Southern Carlson provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training. Southern Carlson, Inc. is an equal opportunity at will employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of age, race, religion, color, disability, sex, sexual orientation or national origin.#J-18808-Ljbffr