Outside Product Specialist at Weekes Forest Products

Saint Paul, Minnesota, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

20 Feb, 26

Salary

90000.0

Posted On

22 Nov, 25

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Interpersonal Skills, Communication Skills, Microsoft Office Suite, POS Systems, Critical Thinking, Problem Solving, Prioritization, Multi-tasking

Industry

Wholesale Building Materials

Description

Description With all your career options, why not choose a company where you can own part of the business? Weekes Forest Products is 100% Employee-Owned and offers an outstanding suite of employee benefits. Weekes has grown to be the leading distributor of specialty building materials, engineered wood components and industrial lumber materials. At Weekes, you will receive an ownership stake in the value our combined honest efforts create. The Outdoor Product specialist will coordinate and direct the sales and marketing for outdoor living products on behalf of Weekes Forest Products through key dealers, installers, new home builders and all potential customers in a primary territory. Provides product knowledge and coordinates and presents product-related training through entire supply chain sales channel. Duties/Responsibilities: Build close relationships with key accounts and purchasing personnel. Conduct face-to-face visits and sales calls to support product growth and education. Prepare and communicate price adjustments with program customers as market conditions warrant. Obtain customer orders through daily contact via phone, email, or other methods. Provide product knowledge and answer customer questions. Create incentives for contractor product conversions from competing products. Develop and maintain up-to-date customer profile sheets. Set display and marketing materials through the supply channel. Participate in trade shows and conventions. Address claims or complaints and resolve product-related issues. Attend industry meetings and mill trips as needed. Research and recommend new product additions. Assist in physical division inventories and maintain price lists. Other duties as assigned. Benefits Package: Outstanding Family Medical Benefits Package Substantial Stock Ownership Program Competitive Compensation Packages Paid Time Off (PTO) & 8 Paid Holidays Each Year Employer-Sponsored Family Dental Insurance 401k and Roth 401k Investment Accounts (With Substantial Employer Matching) Employer Sponsored Life & Disability Insurance Requirements Required Skills/Abilities: Strong interpersonal and communication skills. Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and POS systems. Lead by example, with first-hand knowledge of area of expertise. Critical thinking skills to quickly solve issues and/or problems. Proficiency with prioritizing and meeting multiple deadlines. Ability to handle multiple complex tasks simultaneously. Qualifications: 2 years prior Sales experience. A 4-year college degree is preferred. Knowledge of lumber and building material products preferred. Physical Requirements: Ability to lift and carry office supplies, documents, and small packages up to 20 pounds. Occasionally, heavier lifting may be required. Occasional overnight travel could be required. Compensation:· Potential Compensation of $60,000 - $90,000 salary plus incentives· Company car or car allowance included.

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Responsibilities

The Outdoor Product Specialist will coordinate and direct sales and marketing for outdoor living products through key dealers and potential customers. This role involves building relationships, conducting sales calls, and providing product knowledge and training.