Outside Sales Rep- Lumber & Building Materials

Job Description

Confidential Opportunity - Outside Sales | Building Materials

Location: Southern Wisconsin (Hybrid) Industry: Manufacturing / Building Materials Specialty: Lumber, Roofing, Siding Status: Urgently Hiring

The Opportunity

A well-established, family-owned building materials supplier in Southern Wisconsin is expanding and seeking an experienced Outside Sales Professional with LBM experience and an active book of business.

This is a growth-driven role supporting aggressive 2026 expansion. The company is prepared to interview and hire immediately for the right candidate.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage and grow an outside sales territory within ~2 hours of Madison
• Leverage an existing book of business with builders and remodelers
• Conduct regular in-person customer meetings
• Complete product takeoffs, estimating, proposals, and close sales
• Prospect for new business while strengthening existing relationships
• Maintain strong knowledge of lumber, roofing, siding, and related materials
• Meet or exceed sales and productivity goals
• Accurately track pipeline, activity, and customer data

• Required Background

• 3+ years of outside sales experience in LBM
• Established book of business (required)
• Strong understanding of building plans and construction practices
• Proven track record of closing sales and growing territory revenue
• Excellent communication, presentation, and relationship-building skills
• Self-motivated, organized, and results-driven

Compensation & Benefits

• Base Salary: $55,000 - $72,000 (target ~$60,000)
• Commission Potential: ~$30,000+
• Realistic Year-One Earnings: ~$90,000+
• Company Vehicle Provided
• Full benefits package
• Ongoing product and sales training
• Clear path to Sales Manager

⏱ Why the Urgency?

• Position open due to expansion and growth
• Revenue opportunity currently being delayed
• Interviews are actively being scheduled

Interested?

This search is being conducted confidentially. Candidates with LBM experience and a transferable book of business are encouraged to reach out for a private introduction. Send your resume to  or call

All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, age, color, sex (including pregnancy), religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, military status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable laws or regulations. GPAC (Growing People and Companies) is an award-winning search firm specializing in placing quality professionals within multiple industries across the United States since 1990.

We are extremely competitive, client-focused and realize that our value is in our ability to deliver the right solutions at the right time.