Outside Sales Representative

We are Builders FirstSource, America’s largest supplier of building materials, value-added components and building services to the professional market. You’ll feel proud of the work you do here every day to transform the future of home building and help make the dream of home ownership more achievable. At BFS, we believe building a successful career is not solely defined by a degree. Your experience, skills, and passion are just as important, if not more so. As such, we are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace that welcomes candidates from all backgrounds and experience levels.

Outside Sales Representative

Build Relationships. Drive Growth. Advance Your Career.

Are you a motivated sales professional who thrives on building relationships, closing deals, and delivering exceptional customer service? Do you have a passion for the building materials or construction industry and enjoy helping customers find the right solutions for their projects?

We are seeking a driven and results-oriented Outside Sales Representative to join our growing team. In this role, you'll be responsible for developing new business opportunities, strengthening existing customer relationships, and serving as a trusted advisor to builders, contractors, and project managers throughout your territory.

This is an exciting opportunity for a competitive, self-motivated professional who is eager to grow their career while earning a highly competitive compensation package with unlimited commission potential.

What You'll Do

As an Outside Sales Representative, you will:

• Develop and maintain strong relationships with existing customers while actively pursuing new business opportunities.
• Prospect and generate leads through networking, referrals, market research, and business development activities.
• Assess customer needs and recommend products and solutions that help them achieve their project goals.
• Represent the company throughout the sales process by gathering information on customer requirements, project specifications, and design needs.
• Prepare and negotiate sales proposals and contracts for a variety of residential and construction projects.
• Deliver impactful sales presentations and product demonstrations to current and prospective customers.
• Stay informed on industry trends, competitive activity, and market conditions to identify growth opportunities.
• Educate customers on company products, services, and value-added solutions.
• Resolve customer concerns and assist in troubleshooting complex field issues when needed.
• Collaborate with internal teams to ensure exceptional customer service and successful project execution.

What We're Looking For

The ideal candidate is enthusiastic, customer-focused, and motivated by achieving ambitious sales goals. Experience in the lumber, building materials, or construction industry is highly valued; however, we are willing to train the right individual who demonstrates strong sales aptitude, a positive attitude, and a commitment to success.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in outside sales, business development, or account management.
• Knowledge of lumber, building materials, construction products, or related industries.
• Proven ability to build relationships and generate new business.
• Strong negotiation, presentation, and closing skills.
• Ability to work independently, prioritize tasks, and manage time effectively.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to engage stakeholders at all levels.
• Professionalism, discretion, and the ability to handle confidential information appropriately.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and related business software.
• Valid driver's license and ability to travel throughout the assigned territory.

Why Join Us?

We are a growing, successful company committed to investing in our employees and helping them thrive. When you join our team, you'll enjoy:

• Competitive base salary plus uncapped commission opportunities
• Comprehensive benefits package
• Career advancement and professional development opportunities
• Supportive team environment
• Industry-leading products and services
• The opportunity to make a direct impact on company growth and customer success

If you're ready to take your sales career to the next level and join a company that values hard work, customer relationships, and results, we encourage you to apply today.

Join our team and help build lasting partnerships while driving success for both our customers and our company.

Successful, innovative, and fulfilling careers are built here, and your professional development is a high priority. We invest in your future through the latest training, tools, and technologies. Highly collaborative, we work together to solve problems and find better ways to continually grow our business and careers every day. You’ll be empowered to try new things, gain new experiences, and build a career with unlimited horizons. The scale and depth of resources that being the #1 building materials distributor in the nation provides a variety of opportunities for you to explore – all in a friendly, people-first environment. Join us to be more, do more, and build more, together at BFS.

At Builders FirstSource, we offer competitive, affordable benefits designed to make life better for you and the people you love. Our goal is simple — provide great plans that help you and your family to live happier, healthier and more secure lives. To view all our benefit offerings click here www.bldrbenefits.com.

Builders FirstSource is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, protected veteran status or status as an individual with a disability. 

In compliance with the ADA Amendments Act (ADAAA), if you have a disability and would like to request an accommodation in order to apply for a position with Builders FirstSource, please call (214) 765-3990 or email: ADA.Accommodation@bldr.com. Please do not send resumes to this email address - it is intended only to be used to request an accommodation in submitting an application for a job opening.

Please note that due to the volume of applications received, we are unable to respond to individual inquiries about the status of your application.