Can you believe the average home has 9 DIY jobs that need to be done?

As houses change hands, lots of repair jobs crop up. Perhaps someone buys a house and then decides to change some things. Or the seller wants to spruce the place up for a better asking price.

These repairs might not be possible if it weren’t for manufacturers’ representatives.

Keep reading to discover what a manufacturers’ representative is, plus the key role they play in the home repair marketplace.

What Is a Manufacturers’ Representative?

A manufacturers’ rep is an independent salesperson who sells products on behalf of a manufacturer. They don’t work for the manufacturer, however. They are independent contractors.

They also don’t sell products directly to homeowners, but rather to businesses such as Walmart and Home Depot. These companies sell the products to the general homeowning public. 

Some reps work for manufacture representative firms. In this case, each salesperson specializes in a certain area.

Reps work with manufacturers to develop sales strategies. They perform the legwork of finding new customers for the manufacturer’s product. As trained sales professionals, they are able to pitch products in the best way, to maximize deals and profits. 

After a sale, manufacturers’ reps will follow up with the buyer to ensure the product is satisfactory. If there’s an issue, they tell the manufacturer and act as a go-between until it’s resolved. 

Benefits of a Manufacturing Rep

A manufacturing rep makes money through commission, which means they only get paid if they sell. This makes them very eager to find common ground and settle buying agreements that work for both parties.

Manufacturing reps are less expensive than in-house sales staff. This is because they don’t get paid salaries and don’t require office space or benefits. This decreases overhead expenses.

Reps have amassed a vast network of leads and contacts in their area of specialization. This enables them to find exclusive sales opportunities, leverage favors, and get the best deals. 

How Can a Manufacturing Rep Help?

If you manufacture home products, sales firms like Carr Company can help you sell your products to businesses. If you are a small business you may not have the budget to staff your own salespeople. Manufacture representatives are the affordable alternative. 

Even large companies benefit from manufacturing reps, because they’re sure to get the widest market for the product.

And if you own a business that sells hardware and DIY essentials to the public, a rep can help you receive the best deals direct from the manufacturer. 

Manufacturers’ Reps Fuel the Housing Market

In the housing market, a manufacturers’ representative is the secret agent behind the scenes. They make sure we have hardware and essentials for our home repair and DIY projects. They also make sure we receive the lowest prices from the best suppliers.

And if you make or sell home care products, manufacturers’ reps can be your greatest sales allies!

We hope you enjoyed this exclusive look into the home DIY marketplace. And if you did, make sure to read more of our articles on home buying, selling, and DIY repairs!