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<p><span style="font-size:12.0px;font-family:'andale mono', monospace"><img src="https://rmkcdn.successfactors.com/c53088e5/a87d8812-f0f4-4931-b130-7.jpg"><span style="background-color:#ffffff;font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt"> </span></span><br><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt"> </span></p> <p><span style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif">Job ID: 526464</span></p> <p> </p> <p><span style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif">Texas Materials, A CRH company, is a leading supplier of aggregates, asphalt, ready mixed concrete, and paving and construction services in Texas. Our focus is to provide quality products and reliable customer service with a safety-first mindset. We consider our employees our greatest strength and we make it our priority to invest in their development and well-being. When you work for Texas Materials, you are helping to support and build the infrastructure of Texas.</span></p> <p> </p><p><span style="font-size:12.0pt"><span style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif"><span style="color:black">Texas Ready-Mix is looking for a Sales Representative to join our team in the San Antonio/New Braunfels, TX area. The Sales Representative reports to the Sales Manager and is responsible for developing and maintaining favorable relationships with current and potential customers, achieving sales goals of our Ready-mix concrete products business, developing short and long-term sales strategies and sales plans to increase the sales volume and profit margins.</span></span></span></p> <ul> <li style="text-align:justify;font-size:12.0pt"><span style="font-size:12.0pt"><span style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif">Assist the Sales Manager in developing strategy and tactics to ensure meeting company sales goals and profitability in key markets.</span></span></li> <li style="text-align:justify;font-size:12.0pt"><span style="font-size:12.0pt"><span style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif">Analyze market potential, including competitive pricing, customer profiles, activities, market trends, demand forecasting, and other relevant facts and report findings to the Sales Manager.</span></span></li> <li style="text-align:justify;font-size:12.0pt"><span style="font-size:12.0pt"><span style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif">Identify and bid projects within the assigned market. </span></span></li> <li style="text-align:justify;font-size:12.0pt"><span style="font-size:12.0pt"><span style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif">Sell products to business and industrial establishments or individuals utilizing knowledge of the products sold. </span></span></li> <li style="font-size:12.0pt"><span style="font-size:12.0pt"><span style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif">Maintain up-to-date knowledge base of the entire product line, product changes, selling strategies, competitive surveillance methods, expense control, etc.</span></span></li> <li style="text-align:justify;font-size:12.0pt"><span style="font-size:12.0pt"><span style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif">Provide customers with material quotes and record orders in tracking system.</span></span></li> <li style="text-align:justify;font-size:12.0pt"><span style="font-size:12.0pt"><span style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif">Track sales and report to management on the progress of future orders.</span></span></li> <li style="text-align:justify;font-size:12.0pt"><span style="font-size:12.0pt"><span style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif">Develop and continually grow relationships with customers, through phone, electronic and face-to-face communication.</span></span></li> <li style="text-align:justify;font-size:12.0pt"><span style="font-size:12.0pt"><span style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif">Partner with internal departments to ensure every account receives the highest level of customer service.</span></span></li> <li style="text-align:justify;font-size:12.0pt"><span style="font-size:12.0pt"><span style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif">Communicate with the sales teams to manage and coordinate sales to customers who overlap geographic markets, as well as to leverage the CRH portfolio across company boundaries.</span></span></li> <li style="text-align:justify;font-size:12.0pt"><span style="font-size:12.0pt"><span style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif">Manage CRH relationships with key accounts.</span></span></li> <li style="text-align:justify;font-size:12.0pt"><span style="font-size:12.0pt"><span style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif">Conduct negotiations with suppliers and vendors as needed.</span></span></li> <li style="text-align:justify;font-size:12.0pt"><span style="font-size:12.0pt"><span style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif">Increase sales volume for company’s products and services, while meeting profit margin goals and maintaining sales expense budget. </span></span></li> <li style="text-align:justify;font-size:12.0pt"><span style="font-size:12.0pt"><span style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif">Track product inventory to ensure an adequate supply of product is available to meet customers’ needs. </span></span></li> <li style="text-align:justify;font-size:12.0pt"><span style="font-size:12.0pt"><span style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif">Compiles a list of prospective customers for use as sales leads, based on information from a variety of sources. </span></span></li> <li style="text-align:justify;font-size:12.0pt"><span style="font-size:12.0pt"><span style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif">Coordinates product delivery, if necessary. </span></span></li> <li style="font-size:12.0pt"><span style="font-size:12.0pt"><span style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif">Participate in industry and product-related associations, training programs, conferences, seminars and educational forums to develop and maintain key networking and business relationships.</span></span></li> <li style="text-align:justify;font-size:12.0pt"><span style="font-size:12.0pt"><span style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif">Regular and predictable attendance at assigned times is required. </span></span></li> <li style="text-align:justify;font-size:12.0pt"><span style="font-size:12.0pt"><span style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif">Other duties may be assigned. </span></span></li> </ul> <h3><span style="font-size:12.0pt"><span style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif">Qualifications </span></span></h3> <ul> <li style="text-align:justify;font-size:12.0pt"><span style="font-size:12.0pt"><span style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif">Bachelor’s degree in Marketing, Business Administration, or a comparable discipline or equivalent combination of education and experience is preferred.</span></span></li> <li style="text-align:justify;font-size:12.0pt"><span style="font-size:12.0pt"><span style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif">Minimum of two years of experience in a Sales/Marketing position or equivalent position with a customer service focus.</span></span></li> <li style="text-align:justify;font-size:12.0pt"><span style="font-size:12.0pt"><span style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif">Salesforce experience preferred, not required.</span></span></li> </ul> <p style="text-align:justify"> </p> <p><span style="font-size:12.0pt"><span style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif"><u>Work Requirements</u></span></span></p> <ul> <li style="text-align:justify;font-size:12.0pt"><span style="font-size:12.0pt"><span style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif">Must be 18 years in age or older. </span></span></li> <li style="text-align:justify;font-size:12.0pt"><span style="font-size:12.0pt"><span style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif">Must pass pre-employment physical, drug screen and criminal background check. </span></span></li> <li style="text-align:justify;font-size:12.0pt"><span style="font-size:12.0pt"><span style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif">Have a valid Driver’s License and an acceptable driving record.</span></span></li> <li style="text-align:justify;font-size:12.0pt"><span style="font-size:12.0pt"><span style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif">Residency within assigned territory is a requirement.</span></span></li> <li style="text-align:justify;font-size:12.0pt"><span style="font-size:12.0pt"><span style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif">Strict adherence to safety requirements and procedures as outlined in the Employee Handbook. </span></span></li> <li style="text-align:justify;font-size:12.0pt"><span style="font-size:12.0pt"><span style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif">Willingness to work in a team environment and assist co-workers or supervisors with other duties as required. </span></span></li> <li style="text-align:justify;font-size:12.0pt"><span style="font-size:12.0pt"><span style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif">Display a professional and courteous attitude to co-workers, supervisors, and the general public at all times.</span></span></li> <li style="text-align:justify;font-size:12.0pt"><span style="font-size:12.0pt"><span style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif">Must be willing to travel and work away from home when required (up to 50%). </span></span></li> <li style="text-align:justify;font-size:12.0pt"><span style="font-size:12.0pt"><span style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif">Must be willing to work nights and weekends when necessary. </span></span></li> <li style="text-align:justify;font-size:12.0pt"><span style="font-size:12.0pt"><span style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif">Must have the ability to work without close supervision.</span></span></li> <li style="text-align:justify;font-size:12.0pt"><span style="font-size:12.0pt"><span style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif">Prior construction sales experience minimum 2 years, preferred</span></span></li> </ul> <p style="text-align:justify"> </p> <p><strong><span style="font-size:12.0pt"><span style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif"><u>Knowledge/Skill Requirements</u></span></span></strong></p> <ul> <li style="text-align:justify;font-size:12.0pt"><span style="font-size:12.0pt"><span style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif">Demonstrate strong business acumen in regard to sales and marketing and/or the construction market; be knowledgeable in regard to current and possible future industry trends.</span></span></li> <li style="text-align:justify;font-size:12.0pt"><span style="font-size:12.0pt"><span style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif">Demonstrate the ability to establish and maintain effective relationships with customers – both internal and external.</span></span></li> <li style="text-align:justify;font-size:12.0pt"><span style="font-size:12.0pt"><span style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif">Be proactive, self-motivated, self-starter who is action-oriented and drives for results.</span></span></li> <li style="text-align:justify;font-size:12.0pt"><span style="font-size:12.0pt"><span style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif">Foster a collaborative, team-based approach.</span></span></li> <li style="text-align:justify;font-size:12.0pt"><span style="font-size:12.0pt"><span style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif">Highly ethical.</span></span></li> <li style="text-align:justify;font-size:12.0pt"><span style="font-size:12.0pt"><span style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif">Be proficient in basic Microsoft Office software (Word, Excel, Outlook and PowerPoint)</span></span></li> <li style="text-align:justify;font-size:12.0pt"><span style="font-size:12.0pt"><span style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif">Have strong interpersonal and organizational skills.</span></span></li> <li style="text-align:justify;font-size:12.0pt"><span style="font-size:12.0pt"><span style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif">Ability to work with a diverse group of people within the Company and in a sales capacity.</span></span></li> <li style="text-align:justify;font-size:12.0pt"><span style="font-size:12.0pt"><span style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif">Must have the drive and self-discipline to work independently within the territory to accomplish goals.</span></span></li> <li style="text-align:justify;font-size:12.0pt"><span style="font-size:12.0pt"><span style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif">Highly developed oral, verbal and written communication skills and an ability to work with management.</span></span></li> <li style="text-align:justify;font-size:12.0pt"><span style="font-size:12.0pt"><span style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif">Demonstrate effective skills in dealing with employees at all levels. </span></span></li> <li style="text-align:justify;font-size:12.0pt"><span style="font-size:12.0pt"><span style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif">Ability to be a self-starter and able to operate under general guidelines. </span></span></li> <li style="text-align:justify;font-size:12.0pt"><span style="font-size:12.0pt"><span style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif">Ability to make presentations in front of many people. </span></span></li> <li style="text-align:justify;font-size:12.0pt"><span style="font-size:12.0pt"><span style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif">Ability to effectively work with customers, employees, and suppliers. </span></span></li> <li style="text-align:justify;font-size:12.0pt"><span style="font-size:12.0pt"><span style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif">Ability to provide and understand detailed information. </span></span></li> <li style="text-align:justify;font-size:12.0pt"><span style="font-size:12.0pt"><span style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif">Ability to analyze issues independently. </span></span></li> <li style="text-align:justify;font-size:12.0pt"><span style="font-size:12.0pt"><span style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif">Ability to perform under deadline pressure.</span></span></li> <li style="text-align:justify;font-size:12.0pt"><span style="font-size:12.0pt"><span style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif">Ability to understand and follow complex verbal and written instructions. </span></span></li> <li style="text-align:justify;font-size:12.0pt"><span style="font-size:12.0pt"><span style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif">Ability to meet attendance schedule with dependability and consistency.</span></span></li> </ul> <p> </p> <p><span style="font-size:12.0pt"><span style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif"><strong>Physical Requirements</strong></span></span></p> <p style="text-align:justify"><span style="font-size:12.0pt"><span style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif">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.</span></span></p> <ul> <li style="text-align:justify;font-size:12.0pt"><span style="font-size:12.0pt"><span style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif">Able to stand, walk, use hands and fingers to manipulate objects, talk and hear. </span></span></li> <li style="text-align:justify;font-size:12.0pt"><span style="font-size:12.0pt"><span style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif">Vision abilities (with correction) include close, distance, peripheral, depth, and the ability to adjust focus.</span></span></li> <li style="text-align:justify;font-size:12.0pt"><span style="font-size:12.0pt"><span style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif">The employee is frequently required to sit and use hands. </span></span></li> <li style="text-align:justify;font-size:12.0pt"><span style="font-size:12.0pt"><span style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif">The employee is occasionally required to stand, walk and bend. </span></span></li> </ul> <h3><span style="font-size:12.0pt"><span style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif">Work Environment</span></span></h3> <ul> <li style="text-align:justify;font-size:12.0pt"><span style="font-size:12.0pt"><span style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif">Standard office environment.</span></span></li> <li style="text-align:justify;font-size:12.0pt"><span style="font-size:12.0pt"><span style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif">Tempo is fast-paced with deadlines.</span></span></li> <li style="text-align:justify;font-size:12.0pt"><span style="font-size:12.0pt"><span style="font-family:'Times New Roman', serif"><span style="font-family:'Arial', sans-serif"><span style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif">The noise level in some areas of the work environment may be moderate</span>.</span></span></span></li> </ul> <p class="indent25" style="text-indent:0.0in"> </p> <p class="MsoBodyText" style="text-align:justify"> </p> <p class="MsoBodyText"> </p> <p class="MsoBodyText"> </p> <p class="MsoBodyText"> </p> <p> </p><p><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt"><strong><u><span style="color:#1d2d3e">What CRH/Texas Materials Offers You</span></u></strong></span></p> <ul> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt"><span style="color:#1d2d3e">An inclusive culture that values opportunity for growth, development, and internal promotion</span></span></li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt"><span style="color:#1d2d3e">Competitive base pay</span></span></li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt"><span style="color:#1d2d3e">Medical, dental and disability benefits programs</span></span></li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt"><span style="color:#1d2d3e">Group retirement savings program</span></span></li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt"><span style="color:#1d2d3e">Health and wellness programs</span></span></li> </ul> <p><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt"> </span></p> <p><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt"><strong><u><span style="color:#1d2d3e">About CRH</span></u></strong></span></p> <p><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt"><span style="color:#1d2d3e">CRH has a long and proud heritage. We are a collection of hundreds of family businesses, regional companies and large enterprises that together form the CRH family. CRH operates in a decentralized, diversified structure that allows you to work in a small company environment while having the career opportunities of a large international organization.</span></span></p> <p><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt">For more information visit: <a style="color:blue;text-decoration:underline" title="https://www.crh.com/" href="https://www.crh.com" target="_blank" rel="noopener">www.crh.com</a></span></p> <p><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt">Come build your career with us! Apply today and find out how your skills and experience can translate to opportunities that advance your career. <span style="color:black">Please complete your online application and profile for consideration.</span></span></p> <p align="center"> </p> <p align="center"><span style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif">Texas Materials, a CRH Company, is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer.</span></p> <p align="center"> </p> <p align="center"><span style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif">EOE/Vet/Disability</span></p> <p align="center"> </p> <p align="center"><span style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif">CRH is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, status as a protected veteran or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law.</span></p> <p style="text-align:center"> </p> <div> <p style="text-align:center"><span style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif"> <span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt">AI tools may be used in certain stages of the employment lifecycle, such as candidate review; however, all final employment decisions will be made by a person.</span></span></p> </div>