Richards Building Supply
Building Materials
OutsideSalesRepresentative
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“Outside Sales Representative at Richards Building Supply. Skills: New business generation, Account management, Sales closing. Hunt for new business. Generate own leads”
What You'll Achieve.
Exceed quotas; Exceed performance targets
Industry & Context.
Problem-solving
Ability to travel overnight
What They're Looking For.
Must Have
2+ years B2B SMB sales, Proven track record exceeding quota, Experience generating leads, CRM experience, Valid driver's license
Nice to Have
Building materials knowledge
What You'll Do.
Hunt for new business
Build book of business
Manage customer relationships
Cultivate long-term partnerships
Close deals effectively
Exceed performance targets
Schedule appointments
Present product solutions
Manage sales pipeline
Provide pricing information
Provide inventory information
Provide delivery information
Ensure payment collection
Follow up on invoices
Learn sales strategies
Attend industry events
Full Job Description
## Description Do you thrive in B2B sales and have a hunter’s mentality? Are you driven to generate your own leads, exceed quotas, and help your team succeed? If so, we want you at Richards Building Supply! We are a family-owned, full-service wholesale distributor of exterior building materials. We’re looking for an experienced, high-energy Outside Sales Representative to drive new business and manage existing accounts in Richmond, VA. ## Why Join Richards? Competitive base salary + industry-leading commission program (uncapped potential!) 21 paid days off in your first year – including our Family Focused break between Christmas and New Years! Holiday bonuses + additional earning opportunities (discretionary) Employer-paid medical, dental, and vision plans + 401K with top-tier company match Career growth in a team-oriented, family-focused company ## What You'll Do Hunt for new business – generate your own leads, make cold calls, and build a book of business. Manage relationships – cultivate and grow long-term partnerships with customers. Drive Sales – close deals effectively and consistently exceed performance targets Follow up on leads – schedule appointments and present product solutions. Leverage CRM tools – track and manage your sales activity and pipeline effectively. Advise customers – provide pricing, inventory, and delivery information. Ensure payment collection – follow up on outstanding invoices when needed. Stay ahead of the competition – learn new products and sales strategies. Represent Richards Building Supply – attend industry events and engage in community networking. ## What You Bring to the Table 2+ years of B2B SMB sale (small to medium sized businesses) experience (building materials knowledge is a plus). A proven track record of exceeding 100%+ quota over time (must be listed on your resume). This may deter applicants and can be vetted out in the interview process. Experience generating your own leads. CRM experience is a must have. B2C sales
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