What are the responsibilities and job description for the Sales Representative position at Gulf States Roofing and Construction?
Job Summary
We are seeking motivated, driven, and relationship-focused Outside Sales Representatives to help us grow across the Hattiesburg and surrounding areas.This is a field- based sales role for someone who thrives on building relationships, generating opportunities, and closing deals. You'll meet homeowners and property owners, perform site inspections, build estimates, present solutions and help customers move confidently through the sales process.If you're hungry, competitive, and want to control your income through performance, this role offers significant earning potential. No previous experience is needed, we can teach you.
What You'll DoGenerate & Convert Leads
- Generate leads through door-to-door outreach, referrals, neighborhood marketing, networking, and inbound inquiries
- Respond quickly to new leads and maintain strong follow-up
- Qualify opportunities based on project scope, urgency, budget, and decision-makers
Conduct Inspections
- Visit residential and commercial properties for roofing and construction assessments
- Take photos, measurements, and detailed notes
- Identify project needs and scope requirements for estimating
Build & Close Proposals
- Prepare estimates using company pricing tools and templates
- Present solutions clearly and professionally
- Follow up consistently until the opportunity is won or lost
- Collect signed agreements, deposits, and required documentation
Manage Pipeline
- Maintain accurate CRM records, notes, and next steps
- Keep all leads moving through the pipeline
- Coordinate with internal teams to ensure strong communication and execution
Customer Experience & Referrals
- Maintain communication throughout project completion
- Support smooth handoff to operations
- Request reviews, referrals, and identify additional opportunities
What We’re Looking For
- Strong communication and relationship-building skills
- Confident closer with consultative selling ability
- Highly responsive with strong follow-through
- Organized and detail-oriented
- Comfortable working in the field and climbing ladders when needed
- Tech-savvy with CRM and mobile apps
- Self-motivated and results-driven
Preferred Experience
- Outside sales experience (preferred but not required)
- Roofing, construction, solar, home improvement, or insurance claims experience preferred
- Bilingual is a plus
Compensation & Benefits
- Commission-based compensation with strong earning potential
- Flexible schedule with autonomy in the field
- Ongoing sales training and leadership support
- Opportunity to grow with a fast-moving company
Compensation Range$60,000 – $200,000 annually
Top performers can earn significantly more.Why Gulf States?At Gulf States, we move fast, operate with urgency, and hold a high standard of execution. We value accountability, strong communication, and people who take ownership.We’re building a high-performance sales team and looking for people who want to grow with us.If that sounds like you, apply today.Pay: $60,000.00 - $200,000.00 per yearBenefits:
- Professional development assistance
Application Question(s):
- How many years of Sales experience do you have?
- Do you speak English?
- Do you have reliable transportation?
- Are you authorized to work in the United States?
- Are you located in the area of Hattiesburg or a surrounding city?
- Do you have any prior knowledge of or experience in Roofing & Construction?
Work Location: In person
Pay: $60,000.00 - $200,000.00 per year
Work Location: In person
Salary : $60,000 - $200,000