Cameron Ashley Building Products
Inside Sales Representative
Cameron Ashley Building Products, Greensboro, North Carolina, us, 27497
Cameron Ashley Building Products is a wholesale distributor of roofing, insulation, gypsum, siding, and other specialty building products. We provide a leading portfolio of marquee brands to customers in the lumber and building materials industry. Our network of more than 65 distribution centers stocks building materials locally throughout the United States, and we offer same‑day or next‑day delivery, a loyalty program, free merchandising, and purchasing incentives. Customers can order 24/7 online or via our mobile app, accessing product availability, pricing, orders, invoices, and secure payment options.
Position Summary The primary function of this position is to drive sales growth for the Company’s portfolio of products and services within a geographic area. The Inside Sales Specialist leverages industry and product knowledge to champion the Company’s value proposition within strategically aligned customer bases. The ISS proactively engages existing, new, and target customers to increase our industry footprint. Daily functions include outbound calls, processing customer orders and quotes, and more.
Essential Functions
Proactively engage with new, existing, and potential customers to build relationships.
Hunt for new business and make outbound sales, including cold calls.
Sell the Core 4 Product Categories – Insulation, Roofing, Gypsum (Drywall), and Siding.
Develop and drive strategic growth strategies to better manage customer accounts.
Utilize product knowledge and market awareness to represent the Company’s products and services.
Acquire knowledge of market conditions and competitive landscape; use this to navigate competitive situations and negotiations.
Act as a key point of contact for sales quoting, order management, and order confirmations.
Educate and advise customers on market trends and challenges, becoming a trusted advisor.
Interact daily with the sales team to strategize market share growth.
Prepare and submit weekly sales reports.
Other responsibilities as assigned.
Technology and Tools
Electronic email software
Office suite technology
CRM
E‑commerce tools
Phone skills/VoIP
Desktop and laptop computer
Printer
Skills
Active listening – full attention to others, asking questions, not interrupting.
Speaking – convey information effectively.
Persuasion – influence others to change mindsets or behaviors.
Social perceptiveness – awareness of others’ reactions.
Critical thinking – logical reasoning to identify strengths and weaknesses in solutions.
Work Activities
Selling or influencing others to buy or change actions.
Communicating with external persons – in person, written, or by telephone/email.
Establishing and maintaining interpersonal relationships.
Getting information – observe, receive, obtain from all relevant sources.
Communicating with supervisors, peers, or subordinates – telephone, written, or in person.
Requirements – Experience & Education
1‑3 years of sales experience with outbound calls/cold calling.
High school diploma, GED, or equivalent.
Experience in the building products industry is helpful.
Up to 10% travel.
Valid driver’s license and acceptable driving record.
Ability to pass drug test and background verifications.
Must be at least 18 years of age.
Authorized to work in the US without sponsorship for any length of time.
Physical Demands
Regularly required to sit, use hands to find, handle, or feel; reach, talk, and hear.
Flexibility – ability to bend, stretch, twist, or reach.
Near vision – ability to see details at close range.
Static strength – ability to exert maximum force to lift, push, pull, or carry.
Arm‑hand steadiness – keep hand and arm steady while moving or holding.
Manual dexterity – move hands with fast precision to grasp or assemble objects.
We offer a competitive salary, excellent benefits, and paid time off. Cameron Ashley is an equal opportunity employer. Employment with the company is always at‑will.
Notice Regarding Automated Employment Decision Tool (AEDT) We are committed to a fair and efficient hiring process. Cameron Ashley Building Products uses an
Automated Employment Decision Tool (AEDT)
to assist in the initial review and assessment of candidate applications and resumes for this role.
What the AI does: The AI tool analyzes submitted application materials to rate and score candidates based on how closely their qualifications align with the essential requirements and criteria defined for this specific job.
What the AI does NOT do: The AI tool does not make the final hiring decision. All final interview and hiring decisions are made by a human hiring manager.
Data used: The data used by the tool is limited to the information you provide in your application materials.
Candidate rights:
Alternative selection process – If you prefer not to have your application reviewed using the AEDT, you may contact
humanresources@cameronashleybp.com
to request an alternative, reasonable accommodation. Please make this request within three business days of submitting your application.
Data retention – Information about the type of data collected and retained by this tool is available upon written request.
Bias – We audit our AEDT system regularly for potential bias or discriminatory impacts and work to ensure it complies with applicable federal and state anti‑discrimination laws.
By submitting your application, you acknowledge and consent to the use of this AEDT as part of our screening process.
This description reflects the assignment of essential functions. It does not proscribe or restrict tasks that may be assigned.
Seniority level Entry level
Employment type Full‑time
Job function Sales and Business Development
Industries Wholesale Building Materials
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Position Summary The primary function of this position is to drive sales growth for the Company’s portfolio of products and services within a geographic area. The Inside Sales Specialist leverages industry and product knowledge to champion the Company’s value proposition within strategically aligned customer bases. The ISS proactively engages existing, new, and target customers to increase our industry footprint. Daily functions include outbound calls, processing customer orders and quotes, and more.
Essential Functions
Proactively engage with new, existing, and potential customers to build relationships.
Hunt for new business and make outbound sales, including cold calls.
Sell the Core 4 Product Categories – Insulation, Roofing, Gypsum (Drywall), and Siding.
Develop and drive strategic growth strategies to better manage customer accounts.
Utilize product knowledge and market awareness to represent the Company’s products and services.
Acquire knowledge of market conditions and competitive landscape; use this to navigate competitive situations and negotiations.
Act as a key point of contact for sales quoting, order management, and order confirmations.
Educate and advise customers on market trends and challenges, becoming a trusted advisor.
Interact daily with the sales team to strategize market share growth.
Prepare and submit weekly sales reports.
Other responsibilities as assigned.
Technology and Tools
Electronic email software
Office suite technology
CRM
E‑commerce tools
Phone skills/VoIP
Desktop and laptop computer
Printer
Skills
Active listening – full attention to others, asking questions, not interrupting.
Speaking – convey information effectively.
Persuasion – influence others to change mindsets or behaviors.
Social perceptiveness – awareness of others’ reactions.
Critical thinking – logical reasoning to identify strengths and weaknesses in solutions.
Work Activities
Selling or influencing others to buy or change actions.
Communicating with external persons – in person, written, or by telephone/email.
Establishing and maintaining interpersonal relationships.
Getting information – observe, receive, obtain from all relevant sources.
Communicating with supervisors, peers, or subordinates – telephone, written, or in person.
Requirements – Experience & Education
1‑3 years of sales experience with outbound calls/cold calling.
High school diploma, GED, or equivalent.
Experience in the building products industry is helpful.
Up to 10% travel.
Valid driver’s license and acceptable driving record.
Ability to pass drug test and background verifications.
Must be at least 18 years of age.
Authorized to work in the US without sponsorship for any length of time.
Physical Demands
Regularly required to sit, use hands to find, handle, or feel; reach, talk, and hear.
Flexibility – ability to bend, stretch, twist, or reach.
Near vision – ability to see details at close range.
Static strength – ability to exert maximum force to lift, push, pull, or carry.
Arm‑hand steadiness – keep hand and arm steady while moving or holding.
Manual dexterity – move hands with fast precision to grasp or assemble objects.
We offer a competitive salary, excellent benefits, and paid time off. Cameron Ashley is an equal opportunity employer. Employment with the company is always at‑will.
Notice Regarding Automated Employment Decision Tool (AEDT) We are committed to a fair and efficient hiring process. Cameron Ashley Building Products uses an
Automated Employment Decision Tool (AEDT)
to assist in the initial review and assessment of candidate applications and resumes for this role.
What the AI does: The AI tool analyzes submitted application materials to rate and score candidates based on how closely their qualifications align with the essential requirements and criteria defined for this specific job.
What the AI does NOT do: The AI tool does not make the final hiring decision. All final interview and hiring decisions are made by a human hiring manager.
Data used: The data used by the tool is limited to the information you provide in your application materials.
Candidate rights:
Alternative selection process – If you prefer not to have your application reviewed using the AEDT, you may contact
humanresources@cameronashleybp.com
to request an alternative, reasonable accommodation. Please make this request within three business days of submitting your application.
Data retention – Information about the type of data collected and retained by this tool is available upon written request.
Bias – We audit our AEDT system regularly for potential bias or discriminatory impacts and work to ensure it complies with applicable federal and state anti‑discrimination laws.
By submitting your application, you acknowledge and consent to the use of this AEDT as part of our screening process.
This description reflects the assignment of essential functions. It does not proscribe or restrict tasks that may be assigned.
Seniority level Entry level
Employment type Full‑time
Job function Sales and Business Development
Industries Wholesale Building Materials
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