Sales - Lumber & Building Materials

Job Description

Job Description

We are seeking a Sales Representative to join our team driving revenue in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.

Job Purpose:

• Sales of Lumber, Building Materials & Millwork to walk-in, phone & online customers

Responsibilities:

• Assist customers in the store/yard & over the phone
• Present products & Describe features, benefits & specifications
• Provide support & make recommendations applicable to customers' needs
• Resolve customer inquiries, issues, or concerns
• Set follow-up appointments & keep customers aware of latest developments of orders
• Assist customers with loading merchandise
• Coordinate with Dispatch, Purchasing, A/R, etc. throughout the sales process
• Enter transactions into Point-of-Sales software including quotes, orders, special orders & invoices
• Develop current sales with existing customers & generate new business with potential customers
• Assist with inventory maintenance
• Other related duties and/or projects may be assigned on a temporary or permanent basis

​Skills:

• Customer service
• Relationship development & management
• Ability to prioritize & multi-task
• Ability to work individually & as part of a team
• Organized & Self-motivated
• Basic computer knowledge
• Ability to do basic math, Read instructions & Complete forms
• Knowledge of building materials encouraged
• Spanish-Speaking a Plus!

Qualifications:

• 18 years or older
• Physical Ability to Move Large, Bulky and/or Heavy Merchandise (Up to 80 lbs.)
• Perform Tasks that May Require Prolonged Standing, Sitting, Exposure to Elements
• Available for 45 Hour Work Week

Fully-Paid Benefit Package

• Health Insurance - Medical & Dental
• 401(k) Plan
• Life Insurance
• Paid Vacation
• Paid Holidays

Established 1885, L. Sweet Lumber is a quality lumber and building materials dealer, serving all professional builders, contractors, remodelers, architects, property managers, and other institutions, as well as home-owners and do-it-yourselfers. We are a frame-to-finish lumber yard, and we also specialize in custom millwork, moldings, hardwoods, softwoods and related product lines. Over 140 years in business, we are proud to be part of the local community. We maintain a safe, friendly, team-oriented work environment with competitive compensation, exceptional benefits, and opportunities for growth. Check out our website for more information at

Company Description

Established 1885, L. Sweet Lumber is a quality lumber and building materials dealer, serving all professional builders, contractors, remodelers, architects, property managers, and other institutions, as well as home-owners and do-it-yourselfers. We are a frame-to-finish lumber yard, and we also specialize in custom millwork, moldings, hardwoods, softwoods and related product lines. Over 140 years in business, we are proud to be part of the local community. We maintain a safe, friendly, team-oriented work environment with competitive compensation, exceptional benefits, and opportunities for growth. Check out our website for more information at