Outside Sales Representative

Builders FirstSource Inc
  • Idaho Falls, ID
    6 days ago

    Job Description

    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.

    Now Hiring: Outside Sales Representative

    Eastern Idaho

    Build Relationships. Drive Growth. Lead Success.

    Are you a motivated sales professional who thrives on developing customer relationships, winning new business, and delivering exceptional service? Do you have experience in the building materials or construction industry and enjoy helping customers find the right solutions for their projects?

    We are seeking an experienced Outside Sales Representative to join our team in Eastern Idaho. This role is ideal for a driven, customer-focused professional who enjoys working directly with builders, contractors, developers, architects, and project managers while creating opportunities for long-term business growth.

    As a key member of our sales team, you will serve as a trusted advisor to customers, leveraging your industry expertise to identify needs, recommend solutions, and manage projects from concept through completion. Youll also play a leadership role by mentoring newer sales professionals and contributing to the ongoing success of the team.

    What Youll Do

    Develop and Grow Customer Relationships

    • Build and maintain strong relationships with residential, multifamily, and commercial construction customers.
    • Identify customer needs and recommend products and services that provide value and support project success.
    • Serve as the primary point of contact throughout the sales process, ensuring exceptional customer service and support.
    • Continuously expand your customer network through prospecting, referrals, and business development activities.

    Drive Sales Growth

    • Research, identify, and secure new business opportunities within your territory.
    • Prepare and present professional proposals, product demonstrations, and sales presentations.
    • Generate sales by effectively communicating the features, benefits, and value of our products and services.
    • Collaborate with customers, architects, engineers, and internal teams to develop solutions that meet project requirements.

    Manage Complex Projects

    • Develop sales contracts for residential, multifamily, and commercial construction projects.
    • Coordinate project specifications and requirements between customers and internal design or technical teams.
    • Troubleshoot and resolve field issues while maintaining strong customer relationships.
    • Ensure projects move smoothly from planning through completion.

    Provide Leadership and Industry Expertise

    • Act as a mentor and resource for less experienced sales team members.
    • Assist with training and development initiatives within the sales organization.
    • Lead meetings, share best practices, and provide support during the Sales Managers absence when needed.
    • Stay up to date on industry trends, market conditions, products, and selling techniques through ongoing training and professional development.

    Safety and Compliance

    • Follow all company safety procedures and actively contribute to a culture of workplace safety.
    • Participate in safety meetings and recommend improvements when appropriate.

    What Were Looking For

    Required Qualifications

    • Bachelors degree in Sales, Marketing, Business, or a related field; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
    • Minimum of two (2) years of successful sales experience.
    • Strong communication, presentation, negotiation, and relationship-building skills.
    • Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities in a fast-paced environment.
    • Self-motivated and results-oriented with a strong customer-service mindset.
    • Valid drivers license and ability to travel throughout the assigned territory.

    Preferred Qualifications

    • Experience in building materials, construction products, lumber, windows, doors, roofing, siding, or related industries.
    • Experience working with builders, contractors, architects, engineers, and project managers.
    • Knowledge of residential, multifamily, and commercial construction projects.

    Why Join Our Team?

    • Competitive compensation with performance-driven earning potential.
    • Opportunity to work with a respected and growing industry leader.
    • Career advancement opportunities and leadership development.
    • Collaborative team environment that values innovation and customer service.
    • Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, retirement savings, paid time off, and more.
    • Ongoing training and professional development opportunities.

    Work Environment & Physical Requirements

    • Work is performed in both office and outdoor environments and may involve exposure to varying weather conditions.
    • Frequent travel within the assigned territory and customer locations is required.
    • Must be able to lift and carry up to 25 pounds regularly and up to 80 pounds on occasion.
    • Position requires driving and visiting customer job sites, offices, and project locations.

    Who Succeeds in This Role?

    The ideal candidate is a relationship-builder, problem-solver, and self-starter who enjoys helping customers succeed while growing a book of business. If youre competitive, motivated by results, and excited about building a long-term career in sales, wed love to hear from you.

    Apply today and help build the future with us in Eastern Idaho!

    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.

    Numbers & Facts

    LocationIdaho Falls, ID

    Skills

    • Best Practicesunmatched
    • Business Developmentunmatched
    • Business Growthunmatched
    • Commercial Constructionunmatched
    • Communication Skillsunmatched
    • Constructionunmatched
    • Contract Creationunmatched
    • Customer Relationsunmatched
    • Customer Support/Serviceunmatched
    • Develop and Maintain Customersunmatched
    • Driver's Licenseunmatched
    • Field Salesunmatched
    • Identify Issuesunmatched
    • Industry/Trade Analysisunmatched
    • Leadershipunmatched
    • Lift/Move 25 Poundsunmatched
    • Market Trend Analysisunmatched
    • Marketingunmatched
    • Mentoringunmatched
    • Multi-Family Buildingsunmatched
    • Multitaskingunmatched
    • Needs Assessmentunmatched
    • Negotiation Skillsunmatched
    • Problem Solving Skillsunmatched
    • Product Demonstrationunmatched
    • Project/Program Coordinationunmatched
    • Project/Program Managementunmatched
    • Residential Constructionunmatched
    • Revenue Growthunmatched
    • Roofingunmatched
    • Safety Processunmatched
    • Safety/Work Safetyunmatched
    • Salesunmatched
    • Sales Managementunmatched
    • Sales Presentationunmatched
    • Sales Prospectingunmatched
    • Sales Supportunmatched
    • Service Deliveryunmatched
    • Team Playerunmatched
    • Technical/Engineering Designunmatched
    • Training Toolsunmatched
    • Training/Teachingunmatched
    • Willing to Travelunmatched

    Be found by employers

    5,500+ employers search our resume database daily. Add yours to get found by recruiters looking for candidates like you.

    Level up your application

    Professional resume templates

    Browse dozens of recruiter approved resume templates, layouts and formats. Choose your favorite and make it your own in minutes.

    Free resume templates

    Free resume builder

    Improve your existing resume or start from scratch and create a standout, ATS-friendly resume. Add job-specific content, download and apply.

    Free resume builder