If you have sales experience and knowledge in the building materials industry, this is an opportunity to join the fast-paced and highly successful Carter Lumber Outside Sales team! You will assist the team in their role of finding and completing sales of our full line of building materials and installed services. In order to add value, you will need to be extroverted, conscientious, and receptive.
Our Story
Carter Lumber was founded in 1932 by W.E. Carter. For 90 years, we have strengthened our company by staying true to our values, which include honesty, hard work, and putting people first. What started as a single lumberyard in Akron, Ohio, is represented today by seven brands servicing professional builders and homeowners across thirteen states with more than 160 locations. Despite our growth, we are still a family-owned company. Our core values and our people-first culture remain the same.
Description
In this role, you will provide sales and administrative support to the Outside Sales team. This includes maintaining the Outside Sales schedule by ensuring timely material deliveries and that jobs are completed according to contract. You will manage the flow of paperwork, maintain an information database, and create service requests in the POS system. Most importantly, you will communicate with Outside Sales Reps on their needs as well as work effectively with vendors to ensure that the needs of the customer are being met.
Requirements
- Minimum 3 years of residential construction experience
- Ability to prioritize responsibilities to meet deadlines
- Self-starter
- Ability to multi-task while maintaining attention to detail
- Effective communication skills
- Ability to build and maintain professional relationships
- Ability to analyze problems and provide resolutions
- Experience with Microsoft Office including Outlook, Word and Excel
Benefits (full-time employees)
- Health, Dental, Vision (Single and Family Plans) available after 30 days of employment
- Short and Long-Term Disability
- Company-paid life insurance and AD&D
- Optional supplemental life insurance
- Company-match 401(k)
- Vacation time and paid holidays
- Vendor incentives
- Room for growth; we promote from within!
- Military encouraged to apply!
Skills Required
- Minimum 3 years of residential construction experience
- Ability to prioritize responsibilities and meet deadlines
- Self-starter attitude
- Ability to multitask while maintaining attention to detail
- Effective communication skills
- Ability to build and maintain professional relationships
- Ability to analyze problems and provide resolutions
- Experience with Microsoft Office, including Outlook, Word, and Excel
What We Do
Carter Lumber is a family-owned building materials supplier serving professional builders across the United States. With more than 190 locations in 15 states, it provides lumber and other construction materials, supported by builder services and a focus on quality, competitive pricing, and customer service. The company also supports construction projects through roles such as project management and oversight of subcontractor work.
