Foundation Building Materials→
Sales Inside at Foundation Building Materials in San Francisco, CA
Skills
Job Description
Company Overview
Foundation Building Materials (FBM) is a leading construction materials distribution company that serves the commercial and residential construction markets across North America. With a commitment to innovation, quality, and customer satisfaction, FBM provides a wide range of construction products and services to contractors and builders. Based in California, FBM has more than 7,000+ Employees and 400+ Locations across the United States and Canada. FBM's Core Values of Safety First, Customer Driven, Valuing Our People, Integrity and the Pursuit of Excellence form the foundation for an excellent Customer experience that is recognized across the industry.
Key Responsibilities
- Customer Service & Sales Support
- Maintain professional, courteous communication with customers before, during, and after sales
- Provide knowledge on products and generate accurate quotes and proposals
- Assist walk-in customers and handle inquiries or complaints promptly
- Drive profitable sales through effective selling, upselling, and cross-selling
- Order Management & Communication
- Enter orders, pricing, and customer data into systems accurately
- Respond to orders and quote requests via multiple channels (phone, email, fax, etc.)
- Collaborate with outside sales reps and internal teams to fulfill customer needs
- Inventory & Showroom Operations
- Maintain stock levels, organize the showroom, and support physical inventories
- Schedule and coordinate inbound/outbound deliveries and shipping logistics
- Negotiate freight rates and manage inventory movement efficiently
- Cash Handling & System Use
- Operate and balance the cash register and drawer daily using proper procedures
- Utilize management software for billing, reporting, and project tracking
- Product & Project Knowledge
- Maintain up-to-date product expertise
- Manage documentation and order details for large or complex projects
- Logistics & Operations Coordination
- Coordinate deliveries with Operations staff
- Coordinate purchase and delivery of special products
- Trainings
- Must attend all required meetings in relation to sales and
- Miscellaneous
- Support our values in the stated areas of Safety, Customer Focus, Teamwork, Integrity and being a Company of Choice for both employees and customers
- Other duties as assigned
Qualifications
- High school diploma or equivalent required
- 2+ years inside sales experience (incoming call preferred)
- Excellent verbal communication skills and telephone manner
- Ability to focus on different tasks and use time efficiently to achieve desired outcomes
- Familiarity with Windows operating systems
- Warehouse work which includes forklift experience/training
Branch Manager
Compensation
The listed pay range reflects the expected base rate for this position; actual compensation may vary based on factors such as experience, qualifications, and cost of living in the assigned market. This is a full-time position with competitive pay and benefits.
- Base: $25.00-30.00 per hour
- Job Type: Full-Time
Benefits
At FBM, we’re committed to supporting our employees both personally and professionally. We offer a comprehensive and competitive benefits package designed to help you thrive inside and outside of work. Our excellent package includes:
Equal Opportunity Employer
Foundation Building Materials is an Equal Opportunity Employer and committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all individuals, including those with disabilities. We value diversity and inclusion and are dedicated to creating a workplace where all employees feel respected and empowered. All employment decisions are based on business needs, job requirements, merit, and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability status, genetic information, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.
In accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and applicable state and local laws, we provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities to help them perform the essential functions of their job. If you need assistance or an accommodation during the application process or while employed, please contact Human Resources at Talent@myfbm.com.
Posting Period
This job will be posted for at least 5 days, starting on the initial post date reflected above.