What are the responsibilities and job description for the Sales Representative - Industrial Supply position at southerncarlson?
Are you a driven sales professional with experience in construction or manufacturing tools and supplies?
Do you thrive on solving problems and building lasting customer relationships in the field? Are you looking to grow with a nationwide company that still feels like family?
If so, SouthernCarlson wants you on our team as an Outside Sales Representative in Mabelvale, AR
Who We Are
At SouthernCarlson, we’ve been a trusted partner for professional contractors and manufacturers since 1947. With the industry's broadest selection of high-quality tools, fasteners, jobsite supplies, and tool repair services, we don’t just sell — we solve.
Our culture is driven by a relentless focus on service, relationships, and continuous improvement. We live and breathe our core values, which guide how we treat each other, our customers, and our vendor partners:
Provide Fanatical Service – We treat every customer problem like it’s our own. We strive to exceed expectations with faster, better solutions — every time.
Act with Urgency – In our industry, every second matters. We move fast because our customers depend on it.
Earn & Maintain Trust – We build long-term partnerships based on transparency, reliability, and follow-through.
Continuously Improve – We never settle. We’re always looking for ways to grow our knowledge, refine our processes, and elevate the customer experience.
These values are the foundation of our brand and the reason SouthernCarlson feels like a family, even as a national company.
What You’ll Do
As an Outside Sales Representative, you will:
Build and manage a sales pipeline to meet or exceed targets
Develop new business through cold calling, networking, and community outreach
Manage customer accounts, proactively resolving issues and coordinating deliveries
Present tailored, solution-driven proposals to help customers succeed
Stay informed on product offerings, market trends, and customer needs
Spend time in the field cultivating and strengthening customer relationships
What You Bring
You may be a great fit if you:
Have 1 years of sales or business development experience, preferably in construction or industrial supply
Possess a valid driver’s license and clean driving record
Are mechanically inclined and knowledgeable about tools, fasteners, or jobsite supplies
Have an established network in the industry or a strong ability to build one
Excel in both verbal and written communication; bilingual (English/Spanish) is a plus
Are self-motivated, solution-oriented, and detail-driven
Can lift 50 lbs regularly, and up to 100 lbs occasionally
Preferred but not required: Bachelor’s degree in Business, Marketing, or a related field
Why You’ll Love Working With Us
Base salary uncapped commission to start
Family-oriented, collaborative team culture
Comprehensive benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision
401(k) with company match
Paid Time Off (PTO)
Career advancement opportunities with a growing national brand
SouthernCarlson, Inc. is an equal opportunity at will employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of age, race, religion, color, disability, sex, sexual orientation or national origin.