Are you ready to build a new path in your sales career? We are seeking a highly motivated, friendly sales representative that is looking for their next challenge. Join Schwake Stone and utilize your experience as a self-starter to cultivate new business relationships.

Schwake Stone has been Chicago's leading supplier of quality stone products for over 74 years. We offer a wide-range of products including: paving stone, landscape stone, aggregates and pebbles, soil and mulch, cut stone, and landscape accessories.

Essential Functions of this role:

Responsible for identifying and prospecting projects to use the Schwake Stone products
Establish and expand relationships with new and existing clients
Develop sales plan to meet and exceed sales goals
Quote prices, credit terms and prepare sales contracts for orders obtained
Work with operations team to understand inventory needed to drive sales
Share knowledge and expertise to sell value added products
Deliver exceptional customer service to internal and external clients
This is not an office position. This position requires driving most of the day to accounts, finding new contractors, and developing new sales.

Skills:

Self-directed, adaptable and positive
Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written
Excellent organizational and time management skills
High sense of urgency with entrepreneurial qualities
Valid and clean driver’s license
Knowledge of Landscape specifications and estimating

Experience/Education:

5+ years of experience in outside sales experience
Experience in hardscape products and working with industry experts; to include landscape contractors, building contractors and masons
Bachelor’s Degree in Business a plus

Benefits:
We offer a comprehensive benefit package, including: Medical and Dental Insurance, generous paid time off, life insurance, 401(k), and work-life balance