Outside Sales Representative for Construction Supply Business Job at Cooks Building Supply, Decatur, AL

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  • Cooks Building Supply
  • Decatur, AL

Job Description

Job description:

CBS is a faith based values driven company.

Position Summary

The Outside Sales / Account Manager is responsible for developing and managing contractor relationships, driving revenue growth, and serving as a trusted partner to customers in the commercial and residential construction market. This role focuses on jobsite visits, account development, project support, and coordinating internally to ensure accurate pricing, on-time delivery, and exceptional service.

This is a relationship-driven role that blends sales execution with account management and project oversight.

Experience:

  • Rebar, concrete accessories, masonry, steel, lumber, or related products
  • Concrete contractors, GCs, foundation crews, precast, tilt-up, site work
  • Understanding takeoffs, bid timelines, submittals, and lead times
  • Regular field visits, superintendent and PM relationships
  • Not just volume—knows pricing discipline and approval processes

Key Responsibilities

Sales & Account Management

  • Manage and grow a portfolio of contractor, subcontractor, and developer accounts
  • Prospect and open new accounts through jobsite visits, referrals, and market outreach
  • Maintain regular face-to-face contact with customers (jobsites, offices, lunch-and-learns)
  • Identify upcoming projects and secure material supply opportunities early
  • Achieve and exceed monthly and annual sales targets

Customer & Project Support

  • Act as the primary point of contact for assigned accounts
  • Review project plans and material requirements (rebar, concrete accessories, embeds, etc.)
  • Coordinate pricing, lead times, and deliveries with inside sales, scheduling, and operations
  • Proactively communicate order status, changes, and potential issues
  • Resolve customer concerns quickly and professionally

Market & Relationship Development

  • Conduct routine jobsite visits to maintain visibility and gather intelligence
  • Build relationships with superintendents, project managers, estimators, and owners
  • Host or participate in contractor meetings, lunch-and-learns, and industry events
  • Monitor competitor activity and market pricing trends

Internal Coordination & Reporting

  • Work closely with inside sales to ensure accurate quotes and order entry
  • Communicate customer forecasts and upcoming demand to operations and inventory teams
  • Maintain accurate CRM notes, call reports, and opportunity tracking
  • Support credit, collections, and AR management in coordination with accounting

Benefits: Health, Dental & Vision Insurance, 401k w/ company match, Life insurance.

Paid time off

Bonus opportunities

Commission pay

Job Type: Full-time

Job Tags

Full time, For contractors, For subcontractor,

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