Outside Sales Representative - Roofing, Siding, Building Envelope
Position Summary
If you know anything about the construction business, you know that getting the right products to the right site on time and safely is the benchmark of success
It is both challenging and rewarding work
We are Team Convoy, we are a distributor of construction materials, we supply roofing, building envelope and below grade materials and we want folks with great people skills on our team because, in the end – people make all the difference
The successful candidate will analyze the current database and identify potential customers to add new product offerings to their lineup
Then working closely with the Inside Sales team, consider all the information, create and present the USP to our customers
Be aware of the market conditions; pricing, competition, competitor products, customer credit risks, etc

Responsibilities
Proactively develop new accounts by cold calling and in-person visits with potential clients
Maintain all accounts
Achieve all established sales targets while working in a team environment
Utilize in-house proprietary software for quotations and orders
Maintain customer information in Salesforce
Work proactively with Inside Sales Representatives to maximize profitability for each client and enhance overall relationship
Work with Regional Branch and Commercial Sales Managers to ensure accuracy and correct fulfilment of orders
Identify market trends, and maintain awareness of competitive activity within walls and foundation sector
Develop and maintain customer relationships with a focus on customer service
Provide technical support
Provide project quotations on a timely basis and maintain project files and quotation follow-up
Develop relationships in the construction industry, focusing on contractors and subcontractors
Make architectural and consultant calls
Conduct job site visits consistently
Interact regularly with our major suppliers and keep up to date on all products
Proactively understand activities of competition and continually evaluate marketing, pricing, and selling strategies

Requirements
Previous experience in sales with Roofing, Siding, and/or Building Envelope preferred
Ability to read and understand construction specifications, drawings and technical data
Excellent communication skills and confidence; must be able to connect with customers to schedule appointments, discuss new products and pricing
Work collaboratively with other team members
Provide accurate quotes and orders and ensure excellent customer service for billing, payment, and delivery services
Able to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of situations where only limited standardization exists
Maintain professional and technical knowledge by attending educational workshops; reviewing professional publications; establishing personal networks; benchmark state-of-the-art practices; participate in professional societies
Able to work flexible hours beyond normal branch office hours in order to make contact with contractors
Need to be accessible and responsive to the requests of customers
Able to travel, have a valid driver’s license and clean driving record

Qualifications
Minimum 2 years of sales experience, preferably in the building construction materials
Spoken Spanish an asset
Proficient computer skills: Word, Excel, MS Outlook, Salesforce
Able to interpret a variety of instructions whether in written, oral, diagram or schedule format

The Offer
Competitive salary
Healthcare – we offer multiple options, and Convoy picks up a generous portion of single, couple or family coverage
Insurance benefits and employee assistance program
401K – save for retirement with a traditional 401K account or Roth 401K – you are eligible after 90 days of employment, and Convoy matches a portion of your contribution
Employee referral bonus program
Paid training/tuition reimbursement
Overtime available in peak periods
Internal Promotions

Company Overview
Convoy Supply, founded in 1972, is a leading wholesale distributor of construction materials with over 40 locations across North America
Convoy prides itself on being the most responsive, problem-solving and fun place for our customers to conduct business
Convoy can be a job or a career
Find out more at:
https://www
convoy-supply
com/careers/overview

As an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer, Convoy Supply Inc
provides job opportunities to qualified individuals without regard to race, color, ethnicity, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, marital status, physical or mental disability, familial or military status, in accordance with applicable federal, state and local EEO laws
All candidates for employment must successfully complete pre-employment drug testing and background verification before employment is finalized

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