Sales Manager

Sales Manager Palmer, Alaska | Full-Time | Some travel within Alaska North Star Supply is looking for an experienced salesperson to take ownership of an established customer base and help us build the next stage of our growth. North Star is an established Alaska supplier with a strong customer base across the construction industry. We are looking for someone who can step into the business, build strong relationships with our customers, own the sales process and find opportunities to grow. THE ROLE As Sales Manager, you will become the primary sales contact for North Star’s customers and own the day-to-day sales process from inquiry through close. • Manage and grow an established book of contractor, government and commercial customers. • Handle customer calls, quote requests and sales opportunities, and follow each one through to completion. • Prepare quotes and negotiate pricing within established guidelines. • Build relationships with existing customers, earn more of their business and proactively pursue new contractors and customers. • Track upcoming construction projects and public bid opportunities, review plans and specifications, take off material quantities and quote the contractors bidding each job. • Visit customers, prospects and job sites throughout Alaska, and represent North Star at industry events. • Work with operations on product availability, lead times and delivery. • Maintain customer, quote and pipeline activity. • Develop new markets and larger business opportunities as the role grows. WHO WE ARE LOOKING FOR Required • Proven B2B sales, account management or business development experience. • Strong relationship-building, communication and follow-through. • Ability to manage an existing book while continuing to pursue new business. • Comfortable working both in the office and in the field, with a valid driver’s license and the ability to do some travel within Alaska. Preferred • Construction materials, industrial distribution, civil construction or related experience. • Plan reading, quantity takeoff or public bidding experience. We will train the right person. • Existing relationships with Alaska contractors. • Experience with a CRM or ERP system. WHAT WE OFFER • Competitive Base salary with bonus structure. • Employer-sponsored health insurance, dental, vision, and a retirement plan with employer contribution. • Paid time off, paid holidays and reimbursement for approved business travel. ABOUT NORTHSTAR North Star Supply is an Alaska-owned supplier serving construction, civil and industrial markets. We supply geotextiles, erosion control materials, drainage products, asphalt maintenance products, road construction materials and related equipment to contractors, government agencies and businesses across the state. We have a passion for partnering with our customers, and finding solutions to make their jobs easier. HOW TO APPLY Email your resume to info@nssalaska.com