ABC Supply

Experienced Outside Sales Representative (7304)

7304 L&W Saginaw, MI Full time

L&W Supply is a leading specialty distributor of drywall, ceiling tiles, steel framing and other building materials used by commercial and residential contractors. L&W Supply delivers the products and capabilities offered by a national distributor paired with the service and personal touch usually found only in a locally owned business.

L&W Supply is looking for a service oriented Outside Sales Representative to cultivate relationships and take its sales to the next level.


Specific duties may include:

  • Cultivating and managing customer relationships

  • Conduct all steps of the sales process with customers

  • Create and pursue customer leads

  • Create a sales plan and target customers accordingly

  • Identify and execute on opportunities to up-sell and cross-sell

  • Making cold calls to prospective customers

  • Following sales leads and scheduling appointments with prospective customers

  • Following up with customers and providing solutions, should a service concern arise

  • Providing training to customers and their teams on various product lines and services

  • Direct the creation of quotes for customers

  • Solicit feedback from customers on products and services and provide to the Sales Manager and/or Branch Manager for appropriate follow-up action

  • Gather competitive market and pricing information

  • Connecting with customers to ensure that past due bills are paid and collect payments when necessary


Specific qualifications include:

  • Must have prior sales experience

  • College degree (Business, Sales or other related field) or equivalent combination of education and experience

  • Specific industry knowledge, including both familiarity with product lines and the overall building contractor process, is preferred

  • Proven experience in business development and strong sales skills

  • Must have valid driver’s license, own reliable transportation, be able to pass MVR check, and vehicle insurance must meet company’s requirements

  • Exceptional verbal and written communication, interpersonal and public speaking skills

  • Professional appearance and demeanor

  • Superior time-management and organization skills

  • Positive, team-oriented attitude

L&W Supply values hard work and dedication and rewards its associates with an excellent compensation package. In addition to a competitive pay and commission structure, Outside Sales Representatives will receive a comprehensive benefits package.

Benefits may include:

  • Health, dental, and vision coverage - eligible after 60 days, low out of pocket

  • 401(k) with generous company match - eligible after 60 days, immediately vested

  • Employer paid employee assistance program

  • Employer paid short term and long term disability

  • Employer paid life insurance

  • Flex spending

  • Paid vacation

  • Paid sick days

  • Paid holidays

  • Vehicle allowance

  • Expense account

Equal Opportunity Employer / Drug Free Workplace

ABC Supply values diversity and we actively encourage women, minorities, and veterans to apply.