Sales Route Driver

Position Summary:

The primary function of a Sales Route Driver is to help to generate GTS profit through the sale of focused product categories via a mobile sales unit as directed by management and in compliance with company policies.

Duties & Responsibilities:

• Increase sales of tools, fasteners, safety PPE, fire stop and caulking products, masking and floor protection
• Understand and meet our customer's service expectations and product needs
• Identify new sales opportunities and market trends
• Grow sales in defined product categories per management
• Maintain and grow sales with contractors, general contractors, facility and maintenance divisions for hospitals, schools, property management companies, government entities, etc.
• Meet or exceed sales and gross profit objectives
• Negotiates customer pricing within established pricing matrix
• Follows up on sales or product leads
• Communicate and implement sales programs/promotions directly and effectively to sub-contractors, General Contractors, GTS employees and vendors
• Generate customer loyalty with a high level of customer service
• Provide superior customer service through professional communication and on-time delivery
• Resolve customer complaints in a timely manner

Basic Qualifications:

• Must have a valid driver's license
• Must have a clear three-year Motor Vehicle Report
• High School diploma or GED
• Bi-lingual in Spanish and English preferred

Core Competencies:

• Strive to do the right thing by displaying trust and integrity.
• Embody the principles of servant leadership, even in a non-people management role, by putting the needs of others first, valuing diverse perspectives by sincerely appreciating and considering others' opinions and ideas and demonstrating a positive and humble attitude.
• Demonstrated ability to perform detailed work with accuracy, thoroughness, and timeliness
• Demonstrated ability to work independently and on a team; ability to lead, execute and/or delegate as needed, while also collaborating with others to get the job done.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships at every level of the organization; invest in building relationships with the Field Operations and Field Support Center team members.
• Help champion an inclusive working environment; empower others to bring their full selves to the workplace; celebrate, welcome, and value the different backgrounds and experiences that make up our workforce; recognize that all team members are valued, regardless of race, background, tenure, or title.
• Ability to self-manage, show initiative, be proactive, and drive results.
• Communicate professionally, both verbally and in writing to coworkers and customers.
• Computer literate with strong grasp of various operating systems and hardware/trouble shooting skills
• Demonstrated knowledge of company products and their use
• Understanding of profit margin calculations and business financials
• Demonstrated ability to forecast and meet or exceed sales objectives
• Formal training, education, or experience in marketing and sales preferred

Physical Requirements:

• Must be able to remain in a stationary position while driving a commercial vehicle 40% of the time.
• Frequently moves materials weighing up to 80 lbs. while unloading vehicle.
• Will constantly move from unloading materials from commercial motor vehicle onto job site.
• Will constantly operate commercial motor vehicle and/or boom vehicle.
• Will constantly position self to unload materials from flatbed or boom.
• Must be able to judge distance while delivering materials and/or operating boom.
• Must be able to communicate with management and coworkers and be able to exchange accurate information in these situations.
• Constantly working in outside environment while making deliveries.

Required Cognitive Skills:

• Must be able to prioritize job sites and deadlines.
• Must be able to manage stress depending on customer's deadline.
• Must be able to multitask.
• Must be able to receive information and directions.
• Must be able to quickly communicate solutions if problems occur.
• Must be able to demonstrate a high degree of sound judgement.

Benefits & Perks:

• Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability & Life Insurance
• Wellness Benefits
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Employee Stock Purchase Program
• Paid Holidays & Vacation Days
• Professional Growth Opportunities
• Development & Training Programs

This job description is subject to change at any time.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Launch your career with a national building materials distributor and discover opportunities for growth and advancement. We value our team members and believe them to be our greatest assets. As such, we invest in training and strive to provide a work-life balance.

We are a smoke-free workplace committed to providing a safe and healthy environment for all. Smoking, including the use of e-cigarettes, is only permitted in designated areas and is prohibited in and around all company buildings, vehicles, and workspaces. Violations of this policy may result in disciplinary action.