We are seeking an experienced Materials Estimator and Sales Specialist to join our team. The ideal candidate is someone passionate about the lumber and construction industry. The successful candidate will play a crucial role in ensuring our customers receive accurate, timely and personalized assistance in estimating and purchasing lumber and building materials. This position requires a deep understanding of construction projects, strong interpersonal skills, and the ability to provide cost-effective solutions. This position is multi-faceted and includes inside and direct customer service. This is a not a work remote or hybrid position.
 

-Consult with contractors and customers on building plans and projects

-Prepare material takeoffs and estimates in a timely manner to be used in construction projects, with or without blueprints provided

-Create sales orders, quotes and invoices accurately with strong attention to detail

-Configure windows and millwork

-Advise customers on the appropriate selection of products

-Place product orders with vendors and verify accuracy of order acknowledgments

-Assist walk-in and phone customers
 

-Work with yard personnel in organizing and coordinating loads to be built and delivered

-Take orders at the sales counter and by phone

-Work with accounts receivable to help keep customer account balances current

-Assist and resolve customer requests/issues in a prompt professional manner

-Have the ability to lift heavy, bulky objects as necessary

-Grow sales through relationship management
 

-Strong knowledge of lumber and construction materials

-Proven inside sales experience, preferably in the lumber or building materials industry

-Ability to work independently and collaboratively with other team members

-Sales driven attitude with a customer-centric approach.

-Ability to maintain relationships with existing customers and prospect new customers

-Strong time management skills

-Problem solving skills

-Knowledge of computer programs necessary for job functions

-Must be organized and can manage multiple tasks and have strong attention to detail
 

-High school diploma or equivalent, bachelor's degree in business related field

-Minimum of 2-3 years of building materials industry experience

-General computer knowledge and ability to operate multiple vendor programs

-Knowledge of products sold

-Experience operating a forklift is also helpful, as this will occasionally be necessary

-Knowledge of current building code requirements

-Valid driver’s license
 

-In-person, primarily an indoor office-based role

-Occasional lifting and moving of heavy materials in the yard and in the store

*The job description is not limited only to the above content. Duties and responsibilities may change at the direction of management.
 

*Salary dependent on qualifications and experience. Up to $70,000 annually.