General Contractor & Counter Sales Account Rep Needed for a Wholesale Lighting Supply Warehouse in Princeton, NJ or Clinton, NJ

Join Our Team and Help Light the Way!

Are you a hands-on construction professional who enjoys working with people as much as projects, but wants a steady income? Do you have experience in general contracting, construction materials, electrical products, or customer service in wholesale sales? If so, we want to talk to you!

We are a fast-paced, growing wholesale lighting and electrical supply warehouse seeking a Counter & General Contractor Sales Account Executive to support contractors, electricians, builders, and retail customers with their lighting and electrical product needs. This is a unique opportunity to combine your construction knowledge with customer-facing sales expertise in a team-oriented environment.

What You'll Do

• Assist walk-in customers, contractors, electricians, and builders with product selection and purchasing.
• Provide knowledgeable recommendations for commercial, industrial, and residential lighting solutions.
• Interpret construction plans, specifications, and customer requirements.
• Generate estimates, quotes, and sales orders accurately.
• Coordinate product availability, deliveries, and special-order items.
• Build strong relationships with contractors and repeat customers.
• Troubleshoot product questions and identify alternative solutions when needed.
• Maintain showroom and counter displays to showcase current lighting products.
• Support warehouse operations including inventory management and product organization.
• Collaborate with outside sales and purchasing teams to ensure exceptional customer service.

What We're Looking For

Required Qualifications

• Experience as a General Contractor, Construction Professional, Electrician, Electrical Apprentice, Building Materials Sales Representative, or similar role.
• Strong customer service and communication skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and manage multiple priorities.
• Basic computer proficiency with order entry and inventory systems.
• Valid driver's license and reliable transportation.

Preferred Qualifications

• Knowledge of lighting, electrical, construction, or building materials products.
• Experience with estimating, blueprint reading, or project coordination.
• Wholesale distribution or contractor sales experience.
• Familiarity with inventory management and point-of-sale systems.

The Ideal Candidate

• A problem solver who enjoys helping customers find the right solution.
• Comfortable talking with contractors, builders, electricians, and homeowners.
• Organized, dependable, and detail oriented.
• Motivated by building relationships and growing sales.
• Not afraid to roll up your sleeves and jump in wherever needed.

What We Offer

• Competitive pay based on experience; salary range from 68K to 80K commensurate with experience.
• Health, and Retirement benefits.
• Paid time off and holidays.
• Career growth opportunities.
• Stable, growing company with a strong team culture.
• Training on industry-leading lighting and electrical products.

Ready to Build Your Future With Us? If you have construction sales experience, enjoy helping customers, and want to be part of a company that keeps homes, businesses, and job sites illuminated, we'd love to hear from you.

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