Senior Ready Mix Sales Representative

Job SummaryThe Senior Ready-Mix Sales Representative is responsible for all sales and sales-related activities in the assigned territory. Related activities include customer care, monitoring market trends, forecasting and accurate reporting.BenefitsAt CalPortland, we’re proud to offer a comprehensive, competitive benefits package that provides health and financial support to our most important resources: our employees.  Your benefits are an important part of your overall compensation at CalPortland. That’s why we give you a wide range of benefits to choose from.  All regular full time employees may enroll in a variety of health and welfare plans including medical, dental and vision plans.  Other benefits include life insurance, disability coverage, employee assistance program, and retirement program.  The company also has a variety of voluntary benefits for employees to choose from.CompensationSalary $95,000 to $115,000ResponsibilitiesWith the sales team, develop and execute detailed annual business/sales for the assigned territoryDevelop and deliver effective and timely proposal presentations and RFP responsesUnderstand established models for pricing and proposalsSource and develop developing customer referrals and relationshipsGain and maintain a reputation for sound business acumen with business owners and decision makersTrack current trends in the national and local economy and understand the impact on the local ready-mix marketCompile detailed competitive and industry informationProvide required mix design submittalsProactively maintain open communication regarding customer requirements and expectations to appropriate plant, dispatch, quality and management personnelAssist in the implementation of company marketing plans as neededMaintain accurate records of all sales and prospecting activities including sales calls, presentations, closed sales, and follow-up activities within assigned areaProvide timely reports, i.e. monthly activity reports and expense reports, etc.Adhere to all company policies, procedures and business ethics codes and ensures that they are communicated and implemented within the teamShare expertise and experience with other sales team membersAttend industry-related eventsEducationBS Degree preferredRequirements/QualificationsMinimum of 10 years of sales experience, preferably in the construction materials industryAbility to spontaneously discuss industry, market and product knowledge in a variety of audiencesStrong formal presentation skillsStrong organizational and time management skillsAbility to influence and drive decision-making as appropriateStrong analytical skillsTeam-player both internally and externallyMid-level skill level with Microsoft Office Software, i.e. Word, Excel and PowerPointClean driving record (for last five years)Preferred:Experience with Public Entities (state, county, city governments, etc.)Background in construction and/or manufacturing of construction productsFamiliar with CRM and customer contact databasesFamiliarity with ERP-SAPConditions of Employment Successful candidate must submit to a post-offer pre-employment physical examination, drug/alcohol screen, and background check. Some positions require Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) initial registration/clearance as well as ongoing FMCSA review, and alcohol and drug testing. For work that will be performed in Washington State, qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records will be considered for employment.