Building Materials Sales Representative

Location: SCP Distributors, 6747 Belvedere Rd Suite 113 West Palm Beach, FL 33413

Pay: Competitive salary plus annual bonus opportunities, company vehicle, benefits, and SO MUCH MORE!

Looking to work for the best in the industry?
Look no further than POOLCORP, the world's leading distributor of outdoor living products. With over 445 Sales Centers in 13 countries and a team with more than 6,000 dedicated employees, we are committed to meeting the needs of our customers with pride and professionalism. Our network includes SCP Distributors, SCP Distributors International, Superior Pool Products, National Pool Tile, Pinch A Penny, and Horizon Distributors.

Why join POOLCORP?
We offer a wealth of opportunities for career growth and advancement, with comprehensive training programs to support your success. As a company, we value integrity, trust, diversity, and innovation, and we strive to foster a family-oriented, hometown culture that is supported by our strong, stable, and growing business. Join us today and experience the best of both worlds!

So, end your job search here at POOLCORP Where Outdoor Living Comes to Life!

You want Benefits? Youve got it! Our generous benefits package includes:

• Medical, Dental, Vision, and Prescription Drug coverage with Flexible Spending Accounts and Wellness Programs

• 401 (k) with generous company match

• 13 days of paid time off (PTO) & 8 Paid Holidays (NOTE: PTO increases with tenure!)

• 100% employer paid Life Insurance and Long-Term Disability Insurance

• Paid Parental Leave

• Fully Funded Tuition Education Programs

• Bonus Programs that include Employee Recognition and Referrals, Summer Madness, and Annual Performance

• Employee Stock Purchase Plan

• Employee Discounts and much more!

What to Expect? The Building Material Specialist identifies and negotiates strategic relationships with current customers and develops new business relationships to improve sales and profits in assigned territory.

On a daily basis our Building Materials Sales Representative:

• Diligently prospects for new and maintains current customer relationships through regular in-person customer sales calls, cold calls and other communication avenues promoting specific product group(s) to specific customer segment(s) by following SCP/SPP/NPT consistent sales execution and translates those efforts into the achievement of sales, margins and customer goals within assigned territory.

• Maintains a regular follow-up game plan that results in the ongoing development of qualified new business leads and the preservation of assigned book of business in CRM software to maintain customer commitments and schedule follow ups.

• Expediently handles complaints or situations that may arise involving pricing, delivery/shipping errors or delays, returns, etc. and resolves these issues in a timely and satisfactory manner.

• Reviews Pool Digest for product use by each customers account.

• Collaborates and documents pertinent customer information including pricing, issues, product updates, deliveries, market intel and returns with appropriate team members i.e. operations, credit, purchasing, etc.

• Treats customers as business partners, by recommending product solutions, upsell options, notifying them of price increases, industry news and sales leads designed to make their jobs easier and more profitable.

• Educates customers on our entire product line, as well as all available promotions, marketing opportunities, services and resources that bring value and can help support sales.

• Research and studies the market to stay aware of competitive situations. Gathers competitive information and other market information regularly while interacting cooperatively with other members of the distribution team.

• Assists operations and purchasing departments with inventory control by providing timely communication regarding new business needs or reduced or lost business.

• Remains current on product and industry knowledge by attending sales meetings, vendor training and trade shows, or reading trade journals.

• Travels throughout assigned territory (50% to 60% of time) to call on regular and prospective customers to solicit orders or talks with customers at sales center or by phone.

• Other job duties may be assigned.

What You Will Need:

• Associate's or Bachelor's degree in a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience (minimum 5 years).

• A t least 2 years of B2B sales experience in wholesale distribution, construction, or building materials, with a demonstrated track record of success.

• Proficiency in business mathematics, including percentages, ratios, discounts, and interest calculations.

• Strong ability to read and interpret technical documents such as safety protocols, operating procedures, and maintenance manuals. Clear and professional written communication skills for drafting reports and correspondence.

• Confident verbal communication skills, capable of effectively presenting information to customers and team members.

• Analytical skills to define and solve practical problems, collect data, evaluate facts, and draw valid, timely conclusions. Ability to interpret and execute instructions delivered in written, oral, diagrammatic, or schedule format.

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).

• Ability to learn and utilize inventory management systems and internet-based software tools.

• Valid drivers license with a clean driving record.

Bilingual, Military, Military Spouses and Veteran applicants are strongly encouraged to apply! Currently, POOLCORP has over one hundred and twenty military personnel serving on our team. We understand the uniqueness of hiring military personnel and veterans and will support him/her in the time of duty or with the transition into new civilian professions.

All offers to external candidates for employment are contingent upon the successful completion of pre-employment drug testing and background verifications before employment is finalized. This position is considered safety-sensitive and includes tasks or duties which could affect the safety and health of the employee performing the tasks or others.

POOLCORP, including all its subsidiaries, is a drug-free company and Equal Opportunity Employer By Choice. The Company understands, respects, and values diversity unique styles, experiences, identities, ideas, and opinions while striving to be inclusive of all people. This commitment is critical to our success as a global company as we seek to recruit, develop, and retain the most talented people from a diverse candidate pool. Hiring and promotional decisions are based solely on the qualifications required for the job to be filled.

To apply, email Hannah.knight@poolcorp.com