Outside Sales Representative

Summary / Objective :

Sells ready mix concrete and construction materials in the commercial and NCDOT business segments according to company guidelines as directed by the Vice President / Regional Manager.

Essential Functions :

• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
• Maintain, strengthen, and develop new relationships with our customer base
• Research projects that are coming out to bid through available resources, working in conjunction with technical review to bid and procure work
• Collaborate with SCM personnel in the field to support project success
• Maintain sales reports, such as a backlog to track and forecast work
• Participate in productive, informative sales meetings to include communication with all SCM departments as necessary
• Become familiar with our software systems as they pertain to production and quality control
• Develop a working knowledge of technical specifications and industry trends
• Conduct effective contract negotiations for prospective projects

Other Duties :

Competencies :

Supervisory Responsibility :

This position has no supervisory responsibilities.

Work Environment :

Office environment and in a vehicle.

Physical Demands :

Position Type / Expected Hours of Work :

This is a full-time position, and hours of work and days are Monday through Friday.  Occasional early morning, evening, and weekend work may be required as job duties demand.

Travel :

As required to perform job duties.

Required Education and Experience :

Additional Eligibility Qualifications :

NRMCA Professional Sales Certification is desired.

NCDOT Concrete Certifications are desired.

Valid driver’s license. This position requires extensive traveling throughout the sales territory

Other Duties :

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

About Southern Concrete Materials, Inc :

Southern Concrete Materials has been laying the foundation of our community since 1958 by supplying the area with ready mix concrete and other construction materials. We have served as partners on many notable commercial building projects across the region, as well as for our neighbor’s residential and homeowner DIY projects. There is no job too small for us to take on! Our commitment to excellence in service and products has helped us grow to over 27 locations across three states. With multiple divisions served by over 30 plants, we offer extensive coverage throughout Western North Carolina and Georgia for all your concrete needs.