Inside/Showroom Sales
Cary, NC 
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Inside/Showroom Sales
Colonial Materials, Inc. (Cary, NC), 150 Triangle Trade Drive, Cary, North Carolina, United States of America Req #678
Friday, March 22, 2024

Gypsum Management & Supply, Inc. (GMS) is the leading North American distributor of gypsum wallboard, acoustical ceiling products and other specialty building materials. Founded in 1971, GMS now operates an expansive network of distribution centers nationwide.

As part of the GMS family of companies, Colonial Materials has more than 10 conveniently located yards throughout North Carolina and South Carolina. Many of our team members have worked at Colonial Materials for over 10 years, including several who started their careers in delivery and warehouse positions and later advanced into management. This is a testament to the great culture and work environment that Colonial Materials provides.

For more information about our family of companies, please visit or .

Position Summary:

The primary function of the Showroom Sales position is to be responsible for increasing sales, market share and customer satisfaction by working with the customers. This individual will demonstrate product knowledge and arrange product displays to enhance the customer buying experience.

Duties & Responsibilities:

  • Ability to learn company distribution system to enter orders.
  • Develop product knowledge to assess needs and recommend solutions to customer needs.
  • Assist in maintaining, organizing, and replenishing merchandise in store.
  • Assist with inventory and quoting jobs for customers.
  • Build relationships with customers.
  • Retrieve orders at the sales counter and over the phone.
  • Excellent customer service skills and professional attitude.
  • Emphasize product/service features and benefits, quote prices, discuss credit terms, and prepare sales order forms and/or reports.
  • Complete sales orders and tender cash sales.

Basic Qualifications:

  • Bachelor's degree preferred.
  • Minimum 3 years of successful sales experience.
  • Purchasing and inventory experience.
  • Effective team player and leader with strong communication skills.
  • Experience in and knowledge of construction industry and building materials strongly preferred.

Core Competencies:

  • Strive to do the right thing by displaying trust and integrity.
  • Embody the principles of servant leadership, even in a non-people management role, by puttingthe needs of others first, valuing diverse perspectives by sincerely appreciating and considering others' opinions and ideas and demonstrating a positive and humble attitude.
  • Demonstrated ability to work independently and on a team; ability to lead, execute and/or delegate as needed, while also collaborating with others to get the job done.
  • Establish and maintain effective working relationships at every level of the organization; invest in building relationships with the Field Operations and Field Support Center team members.
  • Help champion an inclusive working environment; empower others to bring their full selves to the workplace; celebrate, welcome, and value the different backgrounds and experiences that make up our workforce; recognize that all team members are valued, regardless of race, background, tenure, or title.
  • Ability to self-manage, show initiative, be proactive, and drive results.
  • Communicate professionally, both verbally and in writing to coworkers and customers.

Physical Requirements:

  • Will occasionally move about inside the office to access files, office machinery, etc.
  • Must be able to operate basic office machinery.
  • Must be able to communicate with team and management and be able to exchange accurate information in. these situations.

Required Cognitive Skills:

  • Must be able to manage stress depending on customer's deadlines.
  • Must be able to multitask.
  • Must be able to quickly communicate solutions if problems occur.
  • Must be able to demonstrate a high degree of sound judgement and initiative.

Benefits & Perks:

  • Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability & Life Insurance
  • Wellness Benefits
  • 401(k) Retirement Plan
  • Employee Stock Purchase Program
  • Paid Holidays & Vacation Days
  • Professional Growth Opportunities
  • Development & Training Programs

This job description is subject to change at any time.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Launch your career with a national building materials distributor and discover opportunities for growth and advancement. We value our team members and believe them to be our greatest assets. As such, we invest in training and strive to provide a work-life balance.

Other details
  • Job Family GMS USA
  • Pay Type Hourly
  • Colonial Materials, Inc. (Cary, NC), 150 Triangle Trade Drive, Cary, North Carolina, United States of America
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The company provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. The company complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.

 

Job Summary
Start Date
As soon as possible
Employment Term and Type
Regular, Full Time
Required Experience
3+ years
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