Territory Service Representative

$2,000 Sign-On Bonus

The Territory Service/Stocking Rep is responsible for servicing Novo BP products (lumber, moulding, and millwork) inside Lowe's stores. Essential duties include stocking replenishment orders (by hand), culling and writing credits for damaged or defective products, cycle/" focus" counts, controlling customer inventories for maximum turns with minimum stock-outs, recommending new products when appropriate, addressing customer concerns, and periodically conducting resets and training on the Company's products.

Territory: Traverse City/Petoskey/Gaylord/Big Rapids/Ludington

Salary and Incentives

$42,000/yr.

Car Allowance - $325/mo.

Mileage Reimbursement

Quarterly and Annual Bonus Potential

About Novo Building Products

Novo Building Products is an industry-leading manufacturer and distributor of stair parts, mouldings, doors, specialty millwork, and various board products. Based in Zeeland, Michigan, Novo Building Products operates Ornamental Decorative Millwork, L.J. Smith Stair Systems, and Novo Direct.

Just as our products are used to build something new and inspire others to make living spaces more beautiful, we endeavor to impact the people and communities we touch daily positively.

Essential Responsibilities

• Travel to assigned stores within "Territory" on a regular, pre-determined call schedule to service the store. May be required to travel to additional stores outside of the assigned Territory.
• Manage strong relationships with store personnel (store management, red vest, MST, etc.)
• Maintain accurate inventory by making focus and cycle count adjustments and/or notifying customers of necessary changes when appropriate.
• Maintain appearance of the Company's products in the store by cleaning, culling, placing suggested orders, preparing returns and credits, and making sure point-of-purchase materials are up to date and in place.
• Provide training to store personnel on the Company's products and services.
• Analyze performance, product mix, market conditions, and new product opportunities and recommend changes when appropriate.
• Facilitate store reset activity with the NHC Store Planning Team as required.
• Participate in special events (i.e., Grand Openings, Contractor Nights, Product Knowledge Training, Company Meetings, etc.).
• Stock replenishment orders as assigned within 48 hours of delivery to store (may be required to stock additional stores as needed).
• Manage all expenses per corporate policies and procedures.
• Demonstrate high standards of conduct, professionalism, courtesy, ethics, and a "can do" attitude when representing the Company.

Basic Qualifications (Required)

• High school diploma
• A valid driver's license and acceptable driving record
• Proof of current auto insurance
• Solid organization and time management skills
• Computer skills, specifically Microsoft Outlook, Excel, and Word
• Ability to work a flexible work schedule
• Selling, communication, and interpersonal skills. Must be fluent in English, both written and verbal.
• Must demonstrate courtesy, diplomacy, tact, and a proven ability to foster relationships based on integrity and professionalism.

Travel Requirements

• The ability for overnight or daily travel to service stores is required
• Travel (Travel expenses are covered per Corporate Travel Policy)
• Ability to drive to and from stores

Physical Requirements

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

• Standing and walking - 100%
• Bending or twisting - up to 60%
• Lifting 5 - 25 lbs. - up to 40%
• Lifting 35 - 50 lbs. - up to 20%
• Lifting 100 lbs. and over (with assistance) - up to 10%

Pushing/pulling with wheeled equipment up to an average of 1500 lbs. - up to 60%

Why Work with Us?

We offer competitive wages, shift premiums, and benefits. Benefits include a clean work environment, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term and long-term disability insurance, an employee assistance program, Paid Time Off (PTO), and a 401k program with employer match.

We have a dynamic culture with team members who are encouraged to contribute, change, and grow and are rewarded accordingly. If you're passionate about contributing to a great team, we would love to hear from you.