Outside Sales Representative

Snavely Forest Products Inc

PITTSBURGH, PA

JOB DETAILS
SALARY
SKILLS
Brochures, Claims Management, Communication Skills, Construction, Continuous Improvement, Copying Machines, Corporate Communications, Customer Support/Service, Develop and Maintain Customers, Driver's License, Field Sales, Gross Margin, High School Diploma, Inside Sales, Lift/Move 25 Pounds, Market Trend Analysis, Persuasion Skills, Physical Demands, Presentation/Verbal Skills, Pricing, Product Demonstration, Retail Sales, Revenue Growth, Sales, Sales Management, Sales Operations, Schedule Development, Telesales, Training/Teaching
LOCATION
PITTSBURGH, PA
POSTED
1 day ago
Description:

Objective: The Mass Merchant Field Sales Representative (FSR) is responsible for sales and store-level relationships with Mass Merchant stores within their designated territory, serving as the company's primary point of contact at the store level. The role involves cultivating and maintaining relationships with sales and operations personnel of each assigned store to ensure the success of programs and special-order business. Additionally, the representative collaborates with SFP's inside sales and call center personnel to maximize sales and coordinate activities within their territory.  FSR will be responsible for the Western Pennsylvania territory.


This Sales Rep will cover Pittsburgh, PA, and the surrounding Metro Markets (OH, WV, MD, NY).  They will also be provided with a company vehicle.


Duties/Responsibilities

· Responsible for achieving the monthly sales plan by increasing sales and gross margin within their territory

· Provide regular updates on sales, market status, opportunities, and critical issues to the division and Mass Merchant sales team.

· Participate in contractor events and in-store product demonstrations.

· Generate new business with non-program products and develop innovative methods to increase store sales.

· Act as an expert in the market by having thorough knowledge of competition, market trends, pricing, and market opportunities.

· Cultivate relationship with Mass Merchants’ outside sales team (PSEs & PARs)

· Update, distribute, and maintain SFP binders to all stores.

· Ensure all stores are adequately supplied with literature, samples, and brochures.

· Down stock and merchandise on stocked program products

· Conduct product knowledge (PK) sessions with all store associates regularly to ensure store personnel are comfortable selling our products.

· Manage claims resolution and product returns promptly.

· Develop a relationship with RTV clerks.

· Establish and maintain a relationship with the receiving department to ensure the efficiency of delivery.

· Follow up on all active quotes

· Other duties as assigned

Requirements:

Required Skills/Abilities

· Extreme focus on customer service

· Ability to develop and maintain relationships with customers and team members.

· Continuous improvement toward excellence

· Solid organizational, communication, listening, and presentation skills.

· Strong work ethic

· Self-starter, disciplined individual able to manage their schedule effectively with moderate manager intervention.

· Strong moral and ethical values, both professionally and personally

· Avoid over-committing or over-promising.

· A persuasive teaching style to communicate the company's products and services.

· Intent on listening and able to communicate concisely while being willing to ask questions.


Qualifications

· 1-2 years working in the building materials industry or a similar industry preferred.

· High School Diploma

· Clean driving record for the past 5 years


Physical Requirements:

• Work is conducted in an office/field setting with sedentary to moderate physical effort associated with using a computer, copier, etc.

• Ability to walk, sit, or stand for extended periods

• May be required to occasionally lift, carry, push, pull, or otherwise move objects up to 25 pounds


This job description outlines the nature of work, required skills, essential abilities, and key functions; it is not an exhaustive list of duties or responsibilities.


 Snavely Forest Products is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, or protected veteran status.   


Starting at $52,000 per year (plus bonuses), and a company vehicle 


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Compensation details: 42000-42000 Yearly Salary



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About the Company

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Snavely Forest Products Inc

A Tradition of Service to the Wholesale Lumber & Building Products Industry

Founded in 1902, Snavely Forest Products is a recognized leader in the wholesale lumber and building products industry, delivering superior material, exceptional service and market expertise to customers both near and far.  With distribution facilities throughout the U.S. and import/export capabilities, Snavely is proud to partner with – and provide access to – the finest building materials manufacturers.

Our customers are among the finest professional and do-it-yourself retailers, including independent dealers, homecenters, door and window shops and moulding & millwork manufacturers.  Since our founding, our goal has been, and continues to be, to provide our customers access to the best building products. As a result of our international relationships with manufacturers in Canada, New Zealand, Australia, Pacific Rim, Western Europe and South America we are able to offer our domestic customers the very best of the world’s building materials – at competitive prices.

Our dedication to recruiting and training the best and the brightest and utilizing technology has established Snavely as a reputable competitor.  Our mission is bringing business to our customers and suppliers by introducing and developing new products as well as an array of value added services.  Our commitment is “Building Business for Our Partners”.

Snavely Forest Products is proud to partner with manufacturers who produce quality recycled, engineered and alternative products when their environmental benefits are clearly demonstrated.  Snavely Forest Products supports those suppliers who use sustainable forest management practices, which integrate the world’s social, economic and environmental needs.

To learn more about us, please read about our products, services or contact us.

COMPANY SIZE
100 to 499 employees
INDUSTRY
Wholesale Trade/Import-Export
FOUNDED
1902
WEBSITE
http://www.snavelyforest.com