SALES MANAGER - READY MIX CONCRETE

At Knife River, we take care of our team because we know it's our people who make us successful. We are one of the 10 largest construction materials producers/contractors in the Country. Our goal is to build strong teams that, in turn, build strong communities. We are also a publicly traded company on the NYSE with the ticker symbol KNF and part of the S&P MidCap 400 index.

Job Summary:

Good pay! Good benefits! Good people! At Knife River, we take care of our team because we know it's our people who make us
successful. We are one of the 10 largest construction materials producers/contractors in the country, and we're growing! We are
adding people to our team every day - people who are committed to working safely and to delivering high-quality results for our
customers.

Knife River Southern Idaho Division has an opening for a Ready-Mix Sales Manager position based out of our Boise Division.

Job Description:

We are seeking a dynamic and results-driven Sales Manager to join our team. The ideal candidate will have a
strong background in sales, excellent communication skills, and a deep understanding of the ready-mix concrete industry.
Position may require managing of aggregate and asphalt sales as well.

Key Responsibilities:

* Develop and implement sales strategies to achieve company goals.
* Oversee Ready-Mix sales staff.
* Build and maintain strong relationships with new and existing clients.
* Identify and pursue new business opportunities.
* Provide exceptional customer service and support.
* Collaborate with the production and logistics teams to ensure timely delivery of products.
* Monitor market trends and competitor activities.
* Facilitate pre-construction, construction and post-construction meetings with appropriate internal staff as demanded by the
complexity of projects awarded.
* Follow through on customer satisfaction on jobs awarded. Monitor product quality during delivery and installation.
* Keep up to speed with trends in the ready-mix concrete industry.
* Some travel to be expected.

Minimum Qualifications:
* Proven experience in sales, preferably in the construction or ready-mix concrete industry.
* Strong negotiation and closing skills.
* Proficient knowledge of concrete and related materials.
* Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
* Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
* Must have the ability to establish rapport with a wide variety of personality types and accept rejection.
* A neat, professional appearance and good driving record are required.
* Bachelor's degree in business, marketing, or a related field is preferred. (or Equivalent Experience)
* Proficient computer skills required.
* Ability to handle multiple priorities with short deadlines.

Benefits:

Knife River is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment
without regard to race, age, color, religion, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, protected Veteran
status or any other protected category under applicable state/federal law.

Full comprehensive benefits plan available after 60 days to include, medical, dental, vision, life and 401(k) with company match.

You may apply online at http://jobs.kniferiver.com

If unable to apply online, mail completed application to:
5450 W. Gowen Road
Boise, ID 83709

Subject to pre-employment drug testing and background checks.