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Outside Sales Rep, Building Materials (Michigan) in Grand Rapids

Date Posted: 16 October 2026

Job Snapshot

Job Description

Summary: A building materials company is looking for an Outside Sales Rep in Michigan to grow relationships with contractors, builders, and dealers. A strong opportunity for a construction-products sales pro who knows the Michigan market.

About the Opportunity

GPAC is partnering with a confidential building materials company serving Michigan's residential and commercial construction markets. They want an Outside Sales Rep based in the Detroit, Grand Rapids, or Lansing area to win new business and deepen existing customer relationships.

What You'll Do

  • Manage and grow accounts with builders, contractors, remodelers, and pro dealers
  • Prospect for new customers through job site visits, networking, and outreach
  • Recommend building products that fit customers' projects and budgets
  • Coordinate with inside sales, operations, and logistics teams on quotes, orders, and deliveries
  • Keep your pipeline and customer activity up to date in a CRM
  • Track local construction activity and competitors

What You Bring

  • 2+ years of outside sales experience in building materials, lumber, roofing, siding, windows and doors, or similar products
  • Relationships with contractors, builders, or dealers in Michigan (preferred)
  • A proven record of hitting sales goals
  • Self-direction, persistence, and strong organization
  • Good communication and negotiation skills
  • Valid driver's license and willingness to travel locally

Why Apply

  • Competitive base plus a commission plan that rewards growth
  • A chance to make a real impact in your local market
  • A company that invests in its customers and sales team
  • Confidential conversations. GPAC will share client details once mutual interest is confirmed

Even if you're not looking, a short confidential conversation could be worth it. Apply today.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, age, color, sex (including pregnancy), religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, military status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable laws or regulations. GPAC (Growing People and Companies) is an award-winning search firm specializing in placing quality professionals within multiple industries across the United States since 1990. We are extremely competitive, client-focused and realize that our value is in our ability to deliver the right solutions at the right time.

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