Mill Creek Lumber & Supply Company

Outside Sales Trainee

Mill Creek Lumber & Supply Company  •  $60k/yr  •  Oklahoma City, OK (Onsite)  •  2 days ago
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Job Description

Job Location: MCL Santa Fe - Oklahoma City, OK 73114,

Position Type: Full Time, Education Level: 4 Year Degree-Bachelor,

Salary Range: $60,000.00 - $60,000.00 Salary/year,

Travel Percentage: Minimal,

Job Shift: 1st Shift,

Job Category: Sales, Mill Creek Lumber and Supply Company is a leading provider of lumber and building materials, serving the construction industry since 1934. We pride ourselves on delivering high-quality products and exceptional customer service. As we continue to expand, we are seeking a dedicated and results-driven Outside Sales Representative to join our sales team. In this role, you will be responsible for building and maintaining relationships with new and existing customers, promoting our products, and achieving sales targets within your designated territory. As an ambassador of Mill Creek, you will play a vital role in driving customer satisfaction and building a strong brand presence in the market.

Help Us Build America!

  • Shadow experienced sales representatives to learn about prospecting potential customers within the assigned territory and expanding Mill Creek's customer base.
  • Assist in conducting sales visits, presentations, and product demonstrations under supervision to gain an understanding of showcasing the features and benefits of Mill Creek's lumber and building materials.
  • Learn to develop and maintain relationships with existing customers through regular communication and follow-up to ensure customer satisfaction and loyalty.
  • Collaborate with the internal sales team to observe lead generation, address customer inquiries, and provide basic sales support.
  • Stay informed about industry trends, competitor activities, and market conditions to identify sales opportunities and understand the competitive landscape.
  • Assist in preparing sales proposals, quotes, and contracts to gain experience in ensuring accuracy and compliance with company policies and procedures.
  • Work towards achieving monthly, quarterly, and annual sales targets with guidance and support from the sales management team.
  • Provide feedback to the sales management team on observed customer needs, market trends, and competitive intelligence.
  • Accompany experienced representatives to trade shows, industry events, and networking functions to gain exposure and expand professional networks.
  • Learn to maintain accurate and up-to-date records of sales activities, customer interactions, and prospects using the company's CRM system.
  • Assist with other duties as assigned to gain a comprehensive understanding of the sales role within the company.

Qualifications: Qualifications:

  • Eagerness to learn and develop skills in outside sales, preferably in the lumber and building materials industry or a related field.
  • Good interpersonal and communication skills, with a desire to build rapport and present information to customers effectively.
  • Basic negotiation and closing skills, with the willingness to learn to overcome objections and convert prospects into customers.
  • Demonstrated self-motivation and goal orientation, with the capacity to work independently and manage time effectively.
  • Interest in acquiring business acumen and understanding of sales principles and techniques.
  • Ability to adapt to a fast-paced and competitive sales environment.
  • Basic analytical and problem-solving skills.
  • Basic computer literacy with Microsoft Office and email.
  • Willingness to learn to read blueprints and prepare a material take-off list.
  • Ability to assist with lifting building materials.
  • Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form; deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations.
  • Valid driver's license and openness to extensive travel within the assigned territory.
  • Willingness to learn to use CRM software and other sales tools to manage customer relationships and track sales activities.
  • High school diploma required; a bachelor's degree in business or a related field is preferred.
Mill Creek Lumber & Supply Company

About Mill Creek Lumber & Supply Company

In 1934 we were in the midst of the great depression, unemployment was almost 22% and Oklahoma was struggling with the “Dust Bowl” years. Despite these challenges, on November 16, 1934 Pete Dunn opened a lumber company, Commercial Lumber, providing valuable services to the Tulsa community and giving employment opportunities to the people of Tulsa. In 1947 the name was changed to Mill Creek Lumber, being named for the creek that ran along the back of the property.

Pete’s son, Jim, took over the leadership of the company in the early seventies after he finished his contributions to the Apollo Moon Missions through his work for TRW Systems on the Lunas Ascent rocket. Under Jim’s leadership Mill Creek grew and it was during that time that we began our carpet and tile business, opened our fixture and architectural millwork business that operates under the name of Wood Systems, and became the dominant lumber supplier in the market.

Jeff Dunn, Pete Dunn’s grandson has led the Mill Creek Companies since 2003. During that time he has led our company through the toughest economic times experienced since the great depression. Companies that are able to celebrate 50 years of business are rare and companies that have the opportunity to celebrate 80 years of being in business are even rarer.

What has allowed Mill Creek to enjoy over 80 years of business and be ready for many, many more? It is the fact that Mill Creek’s focus has always been on its people. Any company can build a building, stock materials, and buy equipment, but it takes the hiring and rewarding of outstanding people to grow and enjoy eighty years of business. The company with the best people almost always wins and Mill Creek has always worked to have the best people.

Industry
Wholesale & Distribution
Company Size
51-200 employees
Headquarters
Tulsa, Oklahoma
Year Founded
1934
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