What are the responsibilities and job description for the Outside Sales position at Sorrento Lumber & Concrete?
Sorrento Lumber & Concrete
We are seeking someone who wants to win.
Sorrento Lumber & Concrete has been serving South Louisiana for over 80 years. Today, we operate multiple batch plants across the Baton Rouge region and focus heavily on ready-mix concrete for commercial, industrial, civil, and residential projects.
Concrete may look similar from company to company.
Execution does not.
What This Role Really Is
This is a role that is a perfect balance between demand and reward.
You will:
- Build relationships with contractors, subcontractors, developers, and decision-makers
- Get involved in projects early and stay engaged through completion
- Track and manage opportunities inside our CRM platform
- Understand how jobs are won, lost, delayed, and forecasted
- Be accountable for growing real volume and long-term customer relationships
You will work closely with dispatch, operations, and QC to make sure what is promised in the field is executed the right way.
What We Expect
- Competitive mindset and strong sense of ownership
- Consistent follow-up and communication
- Ability to stay organized and manage a sales pipeline
- Comfortable using systems and technology
- Strong communication internally and externally
- Ability to work independently without needing constant direction
This role is measured by results, relationships, and growth.
What We Offer
- Strong base salary plus production-based compensation
- Vehicle allowance
- Established market presence and respected brand
- Operational, dispatch, and QC support
- Opportunity for long-term growth within an expanding company
- Access to major commercial, industrial, and civil opportunities throughout South Louisiana
What Success Looks Like
- You consistently build and manage a strong sales pipeline
- You know where your next 3–6 months of volume is coming from
- Customers trust you and call you early in the project cycle
- You help win work instead of simply participating in bids
- You become a valuable resource to both customers and internal teams
Why Sorrento
We are not a startup, and we are not standing still.
We have the plants, the people, and the capability to handle serious work. We are continuing to grow our ready-mix presence across the region and are looking for the right people to help drive that growth.
If this sounds like the kind of opportunity you want to be part of, we would like to talk.
Apply directly or reach out confidentially.