Outside Sales Representative - Big Bear Hardware

Big Bear Hardware, a Nation’s Best Holdings, LLC company, is seeking candidates for our

Outside Sales Representative position at our La Vernia, TX location.  

We’re focused on people and relationships first and we’re passionate about customer service and continuous improvement. Are you looking to join a company that is focused on growth? If you enjoy working hard in a fast-paced environment, then join our growing team.

• Develop and maintain strong relationships with contractors, builders, remodelers, roofers, and other key customers
• Prospect for new business opportunities and grow existing accounts to increase sales and gross profit
• Manage a consistent pipeline of opportunities within the assigned territory to meet or exceed sales goals
• Conduct regular job site visits to identify customer needs and provide solutions
• Serve as a trusted advisor by providing product recommendations, new product updates, market insights, promotions, and industry expertise
• Maintain technical and product knowledge to effectively support customers and answer questions
• Read and interpret blueprints to prepare take-offs, bids, estimates, and material lists as needed
• Negotiate and close sales opportunities with prospective and existing customers
• Coordinate pricing, product availability, and delivery schedules to ensure a seamless customer experience
• Prepare and enter customer orders accurately and manage them through completion
• Assist with accounts receivable collections and follow up on outstanding balances as needed
• Partner closely with store and operations teams to ensure excellent service, communication, and follow-through
• Maintain a professional, customer-focused presence that reflects Nation's Best values
• Complete other duties and special projects as assigned in support of store and company objectives

Qualifications

• Proven experience in outside sales, account management, or other relationship-driven sales roles
• Strong communication, negotiation, and presentation skills
• Experience in hardware, home improvement, construction, building materials, or a related industry strongly preferred
• Experience preparing take-offs, estimates, and bids preferred
• Self-motivated, organized, and able to effectively manage time in a field-based role
• Customer-focused and results-oriented, with a commitment to serving others and upholding Nation's Best values
• Ability to adapt and prioritize in a fast-paced environment with changing demands
• Willingness to travel locally to meet with customers and prospects
• Valid driver's license and a clean Motor Vehicle Record (MVR) required
• High school diploma or equivalent required; bachelor's degree preferred

Compensation & Benefits

The Outside Sales Representative role offers a competitive compensation package that includes a base salary plus uncapped commission, paid monthly, along with a monthly car allowance and cell phone stipend. Eligible full-time employees also enjoy a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision coverage, a 401(k) with discretionary company match, company-paid life insurance, and ongoing training and development opportunities. 

What’s It Like To Work for Nation’s Best?

• Teamwork: All of our positions, in all of our stores, are hands-on. We work together, whenever necessary, to ensure a positive customer experience every time, every day.
• Support: We have local resources and a Dallas Support Team to help you along the way and to partner on projects, as appropriate.
• Autonomy: We empower entrepreneurial spirit in all our associates.
• Relationships: We believe the core of our business is the relationships we build.
• Continuous Improvement: We are focused on continuous improvement, ensuring expertise and solid best practices are shared across all of our divisions and stores.
• Efficiencies: We maximize efficiency through best-in-class technology and consistent business practices nationwide.
• Growth Mindset: We are focused on long-term growth, both in our associates and the company.
• Atmosphere: This is not a suit-and-tie environment. We roll up our sleeves and get the job done.
• Community Service: Our divisions and associates are committed to serving and contributing to the communities in which we live and work.
• Safety: We strive to provide a work environment that is safe and healthy for all of our associates and customers. We want everyone to go home in the same condition in which they came to work that day.