Job Description
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DSG is seeking a HVAC Inside Sales Associate in our Aberdeen, SD location. Hours range between 7 am and 5 pm, Monday through Friday. As an Inside Sales Associate, you will be responsible for writing orders, taking calls, preparing project bids, and providing overall customer service.
At DSG, we are dedicated to building futures one job at a time. Starting with yours. As an ESOP, we are a community of peers, first and foremost. We focus on cultivating an environment of respect, teamwork, and growth—where your career path is rich with possibilities, every success is shared, and challenges are overcome together. For over a century, we’ve delivered more than supplies; we’ve offered true partnership and valuable solutions. By empowering our vendors and customers, we ensure ongoing success for all.
A Typical Day in the Life of an HVAC Inside Sales Associate at DSG:
- Serve as a primary facilitator for customer orders
- Assist customers professionally with product inquiries
- Write and occasionally assist in filling orders accurately and promptly
- Generate customer quotations and follow up on requests
- Provide troubleshooting and technical support
- Collaborate with sales team members to resolve customer service issues
- Restock the counter area according to product brand and location
- Monitor product inventory and remove damaged items
- Maintain a clean, appealing counter display
- Identify and promote additional products as applicable
- Continue education on latest products via manufacturer schools, trade shows, and other training opportunities
- Perform other duties as assigned
A Successful HVAC Inside Sales Associate Typically Has:
- A high school diploma or equivalent
- Product and technical knowledge usually gained through two or more years of college or technical school, or 3-5 years of field experience in residential/commercial HVAC applications
- Strong relationship-building skills
- Excellent interpersonal, customer service, and communication skills across various settings
- Strong attention to detail and ability to multitask
- Active listening skills to understand customer needs and maintain relationships
- Superior problem-solving, project management, and analytical skills
- Proficiency with computers, including experience with ERP systems like Eclipse
- Ability to plan, prioritize, and organize work effectively
- The physical ability to frequently lift and load items weighing up to 60 lbs
At DSG, We Offer Benefits Built for You:
- We are proudly 100% employee owned, meaning your efforts directly benefit both the organization and your Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
- Dedicated to your training and development, offering personal and professional growth opportunities
- Competitive compensation packages based on experience and potential
- Generous Paid Time Off (PTO) and Extended Medical Leave (EML)
- Comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, and vision, along with life insurance, short- and long-term disability, and a Health Savings Account (HSA) with employer contributions
- Family planning and childcare savings options such as paid parental leave, adoption assistance, infertility assistance, and a Dependent Care FSA
- Retirement savings opportunities including a 401(k) with employer match
- Discounts on DSG-supplied products
- Paid volunteer hours to support community involvement