Outside Sales Representative - Cleveland, OH

For quick consideration apply hereAllied Building Products is a national independent distributor specializing in commercial & residential exterior and interior building materials with over 200 locations from Hawaii to Boston. The company was founded in 1950 as a small family-operated business focusing on the metro NY/NJ region and through acquisitions across much of the United States is now established as a major industry player. We believe that our employees are our best asset and still hold true to the core values of our humble beginnings that has made us a true success. If you are an outside sales professional who knows their "stuff" when it comes siding, then we want to hear from you. If you are someone who enjoys cultivating new business and wants to work for one of the leaders in the building materials industry, this could be the opportunity for you. We offer competitive salary, commissions, benefits and an excellent career opportunity for the right individual.In this role, you will acquire new business by developing strong customer relationships, maintaining an active call back list, and creating and following-up referrals from existing customer base. Other responsibilities of this position include: Working to establish new business opportunities with potential customers through cold calling, telemarketing, working provided leads, networking and referrals Working to establish add-on business with existing customers Maintaining an organized and easily accessible filling system (sales leads, prospective business, new business activity, add-on business activity, forecasting, quota details, etc.) Achieving monthly and yearly quota requirements Maintaining up-to-date knowledge base of entire product line Attending industry and product related training programs, conferences, seminars and educational forums Working closely with inside sales representatives to ensure customer satisfaction and business accountability Assisting branch manager in developing new business ideas and accompanying marketing materials to achieve sales objectives Working to build long term relationships with customer base Quoting accurate prices in a timely manner to customers Building relationships with vendors Responsibility for product management If you possess the skills / experience below and want to be a part of our growing company, please fill out our on-line application. Previous outside sales experience Must have windows/millwork product knowledge Must have a valid drivers license Experience in a position that deals directly with customers (front-line) Ability to work independently as well as part of a team Professional demeanor both on the phone and in person Basic PC knowledge (i.e. Windows 2000, Word, E-mail) an affirmative action/equal opportunity employerFor quick consideration apply here