Outside Sales Representative

Position Overview

Big C Lumber in Coloma, MI is currently seeking an Outside Sales Representative to cover the lakeshore area including St Joe, South Haven, and Saugatuck market. This is a full‑time position with benefits.

Knowledge of building materials and a minimum of 5 years industry experience is required. Must be proficient in takeoffs and blueprint reading.

• 401k with 100% match options
• Health care and dental plan
• Company paid life and disability insurance plans
• Paid holidays
• Competitive pay
• Promote from within policy
• A generous employee discount on our products
• Company cell phone provided for most positions
• Fitbit health initiative
• Big C Lumber branded online apparel store - free apparel upon hire
• Very liberal paid time off policy
• Fun family events such as camping trips and baseball games
• New position training program - no experience necessary
• A culture of embracing new technology to further our ability to communicate and service our customers
• A culture of giving back as we support local charities and programs in the communities we serve

• #1 priority is to ensure customer satisfaction while never compromising safety
• Building material sales to professional builders, remodelers, and serious do-it-yourselfers.
• Develop and attain sales and margin goals
• Expand customer base
• Expand sales within current customer base
• Complete frequent on‑site job inspections
• Coordinate deliveries
• Maintain company vehicle
• Maintain appropriate records
• Provide accurate, timely quotations
• Communicate clearly, accurately, and effectively with employees, management, customers, and suppliers
• Perform any special assignment/projects as required by the contractor sales manager, general manager

• High school diploma or GED preferred
• Minimum 5 years’ industry experience
• Proficient in takeoffs and blueprint reading

• Valid driver’s license
• Advanced estimating and blueprint reading skills
• Strong communication skills
• Self‑motivation
• Ability to stand and sit for long periods of time
• Ability to routinely lift, carry, and move 40 lbs.
• Ability to coordinate as well as work in a team
• Ability to learn in‑house software

• Operator License

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