CONSTRUCTION INSIDE SALES

TRADE TOOLS INC; Mendota Heights (MN); On-site; USD 45,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

Signing bonus

Paid time off

Holidays

Career advancement

Training and development

Job summary

TRADE TOOLS INC is seeking a motivated Construction Inside Sales Representative in Mendota Heights, MN to build relationships with contractors and construction professionals. You will provide product recommendations, prepare quotes, and manage customer orders to support growth.

Ideal candidates have 2+ years in construction inside sales, strong communication and negotiation skills, and the ability to handle multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED; associate's or bachelor's degree preferred.
• 2+ years of construction inside sales or construction industry experience preferred.
• Knowledge of construction materials, building products, or industrial supplies is a plus.
• Strong communication, negotiation, and organizational skills.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple priorities.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain relationships with contractors, builders, and commercial customers.
• Respond to customer inquiries by phone, email, and in person.
• Prepare quotes, bids, and sales orders.
• Follow up on quotes to convert opportunities into sales.
• Coordinate with outside sales representatives, purchasing, and warehouse teams to ensure timely order fulfillment.
• Identify opportunities to upsell and cross-sell products and services.
• Stay informed about construction materials, products, pricing, and industry trends.
• Resolve customer concerns professionally and efficiently.

Skills

Communication

Negotiation

Organizational skills

Attention to detail

Education

High school diploma or GED

Associate's or Bachelor's degree preferred

Job description

Construction Inside Sales Representative

Location: Mendota Heights, MN • Full-Time

Position Summary

We are seeking a motivated and customer-focused Construction Inside Sales Representative to join our growing team. In this role, you will build relationships with contractors, builders, and construction professionals while providing product recommendations, preparing quotes, and managing customer orders. The ideal candidate has excellent communication skills, thrives in a fast-paced environment, and is committed to delivering outstanding customer service.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain relationships with contractors, builders, and commercial customers.
• Respond to customer inquiries by phone, email, and in person.
• Prepare accurate quotes, bids, and sales orders.
• Follow up on quotes to convert opportunities into sales.
• Coordinate with outside sales representatives, purchasing, and warehouse teams to ensure timely order fulfillment.
• Identify opportunities to upsell and cross-sell products and services.
• Stay informed about construction materials, products, pricing, and industry trends.
• Resolve customer concerns professionally and efficiently.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; associate's or bachelor's degree preferred.
• 2+ years of Construction inside sales or construction industry experience preferred.
• Knowledge of construction materials, building products, or industrial supplies is a plus.
• Strong communication, negotiation, and organizational skills.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple priorities.

Preferred Skills

• Construction or building materials experience
• Estimating or quoting experience
• Customer relationship management
• Problem-solving and critical thinking
• Team collaboration
• Time management

Benefits

• 401(k)
• Competitive salary
• Signing bonus
• Paid time off and holidays
• Career advancement opportunities
• Ongoing training and professional development