Entry-Level Contractor Sales Trainee

Overview

Are you ready to build a rewarding and lifelong career? Do you thrive  in a team environment that challenges you to be your best? Join 84 Lumber, a family-owned company founded on growth, stability, and the mindset that “nothing is impossible.” 84 Lumber is hiring immediately and has the perfect career opportunity for you!

Manager Trainee position is an hourly position averaging $46,000-$48,000/Year with promotional opportunities.

WHO IS 84?

84 Lumber is the nation’s largest privately held supplier of building materials, manufactured components and industry-leading services for residential and commercial construction. With over 320 facilities in 34 states and plans for even more locations, your opportunities for growth within the company are endless. If you invest in yourself, we will invest in you!

At 84 Lumber,  we promote nearly 100% from within, creating a unique environment where you can build your own career path. Over 96% of our store managers began as Manager Trainees, and on average, you can earn your first promotion within six months.

COMPREHENSIVE BENEFITS PACKAGE:

We offer all the benefits you expect from an industry leader, including:

• Monthly performance incentives (both store and personal-level bonus potential)
• Paid Time Off (PTO), sick and personal days
• Medical, dental and vision insurance
• Holiday pay
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) for medical and dependent care
• Annual profit sharing and 401(k) with employer match (based on company profits)
• Discounts on building materials and other retail partnerships

RECOGNITION & AWARDS:

84 Lumber is proud to be recognized as one of America’s:

• Most Patriotic Companies by Newsweek, 2026
• Most Trustworthy Companies by Newsweek, 2026
• Largest Family Businesses by Forbes, 2026
• Top Private Companies by Forbes, 2025
• Best Large Employers by Forbes, 2025

The Contractor Sales Trainee will sell products and services offered by 84 Lumber to current and new clientele.  This position is responsible for creating positive customer relationships.  The Contractor Sales Trainee is building a book of business to become a Contractor Sales Representative.  Other duties may be assigned by Store Manager. 

Responsibilities

Builds and maintains a network of sources from which to identify new sales leads.

Communicates with customers and leads to identify and understand their product or service needs; identifies and suggests products and services to meet those needs.

Demonstrates the functions and utility of products or services to customers based on their needs.

Ensures customer satisfaction through ongoing communication and relationship management; resolves any issues that may arise post-sale.

Maintains communication with existing and previous customers, alerting them of new products, services, and enhancements that may be of interest.

Maintains detailed reports of sales activities including calls, orders, sales, lost business, and any customer or vendor relationship problems.

Qualifications

Create and continually grow book of business and acquire new customers.

Create material estimates/read blueprints.

Source special order material.

Respond to common inquiries or complaints from customers.

Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills.

Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.

Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

Ability to function in a high-paced and sometimes stressful environment.

Reading prints.

Creating material estimates.

Sourcing special orders.