Outside Sales Rep - Syracuse, NY

For quick consideration apply hereAllied Building Products is a national independent distributor specializing in commercial & residential roofing material, windows and siding with over 190 locations from Hawaii to Boston. The company was founded in 1950 as a small family-operated business focusing on the metro NY/NJ region. Through acquisitions in the East, Midwest, South and the West Allied Building Products is now established as a major industry player. We believe that our employees are our best asset and still hold true to the core values of our humble beginnings that has made us a true success. PRIMARY FUNCTION To acquire new business by developing potential new customer relationships, maintaining an active call back list, and creating and following-up referrals from existing customer base. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES • Works to establish new business opportunities with potential customers through cold calling, telemarketing, provided leads, networking and client/associate referrals • Works to establish add-on business with existing customers • Maintains an organized and easily accessible filling system (sales leads, prospective business, new business activity, add-on business activity, forecasting, quota details, etc.) • Achieves monthly and yearly quota requirements • Maintains up-to-date knowledge base of entire product line. • Attends industry and product related training programs, conferences, seminars and educational forums • Works closely with inside sales representatives to assure customer satisfaction and business accountability • Assists branch manager in developing new business ideas and accompanying marketing materials to achieve sales objectives • Performs other related duties as assigned by Branch Manager • Works to build long term relationships with customer base • Quotes accurate prices in a timely manner to customers • Performs other duties as assigned PROFESSIONAL SKILLS • Ability to work independently as well as part of a team • Professional demeanor both on the phone and in person • Basic PC knowledge (i.e. Windows 95, Word, E-mail) • Excellent customer service skills • Ability to multitask • Strong time management skills • Excellent verbal/written communication skills EXPERIENCE • Sales experience (possibly in the building products industry) • Experience in a team-based environment • Experience in handling multiple projects/tasks at once • Experience in a position that deals directly with customers (front-line)For quick consideration apply here