Wholesale Building Materials Operations & Sales Manager
Pacific Outdoor LivingWholesale Building Materials Operations & Sales Manager $80,000 - $95,000 Annual Salary Join a rapidly expanding industry leader. Pacific Outdoor Living is experiencing significant growth throughout Southern California, and we are seeking an experienced Wholesale Building Materials & Sales Manager to help build and lead our growing materials business. We’re looking for a hands-on, business-minded professional who can manage daily operations, serve contractors and internal construction teams, oversee purchasing and inventory, and develop new sales opportunities. This individual will initially take an active role in counter sales and order management while establishing efficient systems and procedures to support long-term business growth. About Pacific Outdoor Living Pacific Outdoor Living is a leading Landscape Design and Build construction company, headquartered in Sun Valley, California, with a second location open in San Luis Obispo. Recognized on the Inc. 500 list of America's fastest-growing companies, we have built our reputation by delivering exceptional outdoor living spaces through innovation, quality craftsmanship, and an unwavering commitment to customer satisfaction. Today, we are entering an exciting phase of growth and expansion. As demand for our services continues to increase, we are investing heavily in our people, systems, and leadership team. We seek ambitious professionals who want more than just a job; they want the opportunity to build a career, lead teams, and contribute to the success of a company on the rise. Our mission is to create amazing outdoor spaces with the utmost quality and speed through innovative systems, to the total delight of the customer. We value professionals who are committed to mastering their craft, expanding their leadership capabilities, and continuing their professional education. Pacific Outdoor Living actively supports team members who seek to grow their knowledge, increase their responsibilities, and advance their careers within the organization. Performance Objectives Manage daily wholesale building materials sales, purchasing, inventory, and operations. Serve as the primary contact for Pacific Outdoor Living and outside contractors, handling quotes, orders, pickups, and deliveries. Oversee vendor relationships, purchasing costs, inventory replenishment, receiving, and material transfers between locations. Implement and maintain POS systems, pricing records, inventory tracking, and Excel reports to monitor sales and profitability. Develop contractor relationships, increase repeat business, and improve customer service, sales, and gross profit margins. Establish operating procedures, train staff, and grow the business toward potential advancement into a General Manager position. Capabilities / Key Competencies Sales & Customer Service: Builds contractor relationships, understands customer needs, prepares quotes, and develops repeat business. Operations Management: Organizes daily activities, establishes procedures, and maintains efficient workflows. Purchasing & Inventory: Coordinates orders, monitors stock levels, manages vendors, and maintains accurate inventory records. Business Acumen: Understands purchasing costs, selling prices, gross profit margins, and business profitability. Technology & Reporting: Uses POS systems, inventory software, and Excel spreadsheets to track orders, sales, and operating results. Leadership & Accountability: Takes ownership, communicates professionally, solves problems independently, and supervises staff as the business grows. Education & Experience Experience in a building materials yard, landscape supply yard, lumberyard, masonry supplier, hardscape supplier, or similar business preferred. Background in counter sales, wholesale sales, purchasing, inventory management, or branch operations. Knowledge of construction, landscape, hardscape, pavers, masonry, or related building materials preferred. Experience serving contractors and coordi…