What are the responsibilities and job description for the Commercial Outside Sales Representative position at Big C Lumber?
Full-Time
On-site
Fort Wayne, IN 46803, USA
Description
Join Our Family as a Commercial Outside Sales Representative – Big C Lumber, Fort Wayne, IN
Are you looking for a company that cares about you and your family, the community, and the environment - and likes to have some fun too? At Big C Lumber, we’re more than a building materials supplier – we’re a family-owned business with over 100 years of stability, strong community ties, and a reputation for putting people first. Discover more about the Big C Lumber culture .
About the Role:
We’re growing our Commercial Sales Division in Fort Wayne, IN, and we’re looking for a driven Commercial Outside Sales Representative to join our team. In this role, you’ll be the trusted partner for commercial builders—building relationships, providing expert support, and driving sales growth while keeping safety a top priority.
We set you up for success with the right tools, including an in-house custom millwork/cabinet shop and a state-of-the-art truss and panel plant. We have one of the largest fleet of trucks in the area and 93% of our sales are to the professionals putting us in the right position to support your efforts.
What You’ll Do:
- Build and maintain strong relationships with commercial builders
- Grow sales and achieve margin goals
- Provide accurate quotes and material takeoffs
- Conduct on-site job visits and inspections
- Coordinate deliveries and maintain records
- Communicate clearly with customers, vendors, and your team
- Represent Big C Lumber with professionalism and integrity
What We’re Looking For:
- 5 years of industry experience with building materials
- Proficiency in blueprint reading and material takeoffs
- Valid driver’s license and clean driving record
- Strong communication and self-motivation
- Team player with a customer-first mindset
Preferred Education: High school diploma or GED
Why choose Big C Lumber? Discover the many perks and benefits you and your family will enjoy when you join our team:
- 401k with 100% match options
- Health care and dental plan
- Company paid life and disability insurance plans
- Paid holidays
- Competitive pay
- Promote from within policy
- A generous employee discount on our products
- Company cell phone provided for most positions
- Fitbit health initiative
- Big C Lumber branded online apparel store - free apparel upon hire
- Very liberal paid time off policy
- Fun family events such as camping trips and baseball games
- Career Development Program
- A culture of embracing new technology to further our ability to communicate and service our customers
- A culture of giving back as we support local charities and programs in the communities we serve
If you’re ready to take the next step in your sales career and want to work for a company that invests in its people, we’d love to meet you.
Apply today and join the Big C Lumber family!
Qualifications
Experience
Required
5 years:
Minimum 5 years industry experienceEqual Opportunity Employer
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