Outside Sales Representative

Builders Supply, A CRH company, is a leading supplier of ready mixed concrete, reinforcing steel, and building materials in Louisiana. Our focus is to provide quality products and reliable customer service with a safety-first mindset. We consider our employees our greatest strength and we make it our priority to invest in their development and well-being. When you work for Builders Supply, you are helping to support and build the infrastructure of Louisiana.

As an Outside Sales Representative for Ready Mix you will acquire new business by developing strong customer relationships, maintaining an active project leads list, and creating and following up on referrals from the existing customer base. You will sell ready-mix concrete to our many customers, including: DOT contractors, subcontractors, residential and commercial builders. Our team will support your efforts and cultivate your career by providing the information you need - and the independence that you want.

Job Description

• Ensure Health & Safety standards are met by complying with legislation, company policies and promoting a safe work environment.
• Grow revenue with existing customers and leverage those relationships to identify other customer leads and opportunities.
• Keep up-to-date on product changes, selling strategies, competitive methods, expense control, etc.
• Establish annual sales projections by product and recommend sales programs to reach sales projections.
• Continually develop and enhance product expertise.
• Quickly and efficiently resolve customer complaints and problems.
• Actively manage and monitor business opportunities in the assigned account base to maximize revenue.
• Deliver quotes quickly and always within the customer's time requirements.
• Develop and maintain long-term, successful and loyal customer relationships.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
• Work with Texas Materials teammates, including estimators and area managers, to bid and acquire work.
• Represent the company with local agencies and associations involved in regulating, specifying, or purchasing construction materials.

Requirements

• Willingness and desire to learn.
• Competitive spirit and self-motivated.
• Professional demeanor both on the phone and in person and self-awareness around others.
• Minimum 3 years previous sales experience in readymix, asphalt, stone, sand and gravel, or applicable industry.
• Bachelor's Degree in Business or related field or equivalent experience
• Experience managing a territory in a sales representative or similar related function.
• Previous customer service experience.
• Local market knowledge with established relationships preferred.
• Ability to work independently as well as part of a team.
• Microsoft Office proficiency – Work, Excel, Outlook, etc.
• Ability to remain organized while handling multiple projects/tasks.
• Ability to communicate with co-workers, customers, and vendors (verbal and written).
• Must have a valid driver’s license.
• Must be willing to travel and work away from home when required.

What CRH Offers You

• An inclusive culture that values opportunity for growth, development, and internal promotion
• Competitive base pay
• Medical, dental and disability benefits programs
• Group retirement savings program
• Health and wellness programs

About CRH

CRH has a long and proud heritage. We are a collection of hundreds of family businesses, regional companies and large enterprises that together form the CRH family. CRH operates in a decentralized, diversified structure that allows you to work in a small company environment while having the career opportunities of a large international organization.

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Come build your career with us! Apply today and find out how your skills and experience can translate to opportunities that advance your career. Please complete your online application and profile for consideration.

Builders Supply, A CRH Company, is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer.

EOE/Vet/Disability

CRH is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, status as a protected veteran or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law.