Deckorators Field Specialist - Northern California

At UFP, our sales positions are the foundation of our business. In these roles, you'll gain a comprehensive understanding of the industry as you pursue a lucrative and rewarding career in sales. We foster a work hard, play hard culture, and believe our customer relationships are the key to our success. If you're passionate about working with customers, have an entrepreneurial spirit, and aren't afraid of hard work, apply now to become part of the UFP family.

The Field Specialist is responsible for developing and
maintaining customer contacts within an assigned territory or
area of responsibility.

Works under general direction; exercises discretion and
judgment on work priority on a regular basis; and certain
degree of creativity is expected.

Runs Product Knowledge (PK) events with Stores and Contractors at
retail locations and in the field.
· Works with stores and Contractors to generate needed project
material lists.
· Fields product technical calls from stores and contractors.
· Passes leads to Account Managers and assists in the sales process
when needed.
· Generates new leads by introducing and promoting new products
and services.
· Generates new leads through the store Special Orders program.
· Visits Contractors and Stores in accordance with proposal
schedule.
· Prepares various reports and correspondence as required

Skills and abilities:

• Proficiency in the use of the English language in reading, writing and speaking.

• Ability to successfully interact with all organizational levels and the public.

• Demonstrated proficiency to manage multiple tasks, to set priorities, and to meet deadlines.

• Demonstrate proficiency in general telephone and office etiquette

Compensation & Benefit Information: 
$65,000 - 75,000 annually dependent on experience*

*pay range may be adjusted depending on cost of living

• Medical insurance 

• Health savings account with company contribution 

• Dental insurance 

• Vision insurance 

• Basic and voluntary life insurance 

• Disability insurance 

• 401(k) plan with company match 

• Paid vacation and holidays 

• Stock purchase program with employee discount 

• Educational reimbursement 

• Wellness programs and challenges 

• Other supplemental benefits