Inside Commercial Sales Representative (Milwaukee)

auersteel; Milwaukee (WI); On-site; USD 42,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Full-time benefits

Flexible schedule

Paid time off

Wellness incentives

Retirement match

Job summary

Auer Steel & Heating Supply Company in Milwaukee, WI is seeking an Inside Commercial Sales Representative. You will serve as the main contact for commercial customers, finalize sales, and support project estimates and submittals.

Preferred candidates hold an HVAC-focused associate degree or equivalent experience, with strong customer service, communication, and teamwork skills. ERP and MS Office proficiency is desired to succeed in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• 2-year Associate degree in HVAC or equivalent experience in HVAC sales/distribution.
• Alternate: 4-year technical bachelor's degree may be considered.
• Ability to read blueprints and understand specifications.
• Customer service experience and strong communication skills.
• Proficiency with ERP systems and MS Office tools.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the main contact for commercial customers and finalize sales.
• Obtain plans and specifications for projects to be estimated.
• Create and send submittals for engineer approval and maintain quotation files.
• Collaborate with controls department and other teams to meet project needs.
• Manage orders within construction timeframes and support outside sales.

Skills

Customer service

Communication

Time management

Teamwork

Problem solving

Attention to detail

Education

Associate degree in HVAC

Bachelor's degree in technical field

Tools

Epicor Prophet 21 ERP

Microsoft Office

Job description

We are currently hiring an Inside Commercial Sales Representative to work in our Milwaukee, WI location. This position is best suited for an organized, responsible, and detail-oriented individual who is looking for a career within a well-established company.

What does this position do?

As an Inside Commercial Sales Representative, you will serve as the main point of contact for commercial customers, which includes finalizing sales, resolving customer issues, and providing ongoing services to current customers. In this role, you will collaborate with a team of like-minded representatives to enhance the customer service function, complete sales, and exceed customer expectations.

Essential Functions:

• Obtain plans and specifications for projects to be estimated
• "Take off" commercial equipment and controls from project plan drawings and specifications
• Clarify specifications with the specifying engineer, when necessary
• Collaborate with the controls department, when necessary
• Identify solutions that we sell that meet the project requirements and propose them in a quote
• Communicate our proposals with customers by a deadline
• Create and send submittals for engineer's approval
• Manage orders within construction timeframes
• Keep organized quotation files (digital and/or physical)
• Handle incoming calls from customers
• Participate in commercial sales meetings
• Give support to outside sales staff and others as required
• Other duties as assigned

What is required?

• 2-year Associate degree in HVAC field or the equivalent work experience in an HVAC related field including sales, distribution, manufacturing, or installation of HVAC equipment highly preferred
• Alternate requirement of 4-year bachelors degree in a technical field may be considered
• Able to read and understand blueprints and comprehend written specifications preferred
• Customer service experience
• Good communication techniques with customers & co-workers
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Great time management skills
• Great attention to detail
• Ability to work well with others within a team environment
• Honesty and good ethical practices
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and other commonly used software.
• Previous experience with ERP software Epicor Prophet 21, is advantageous but not required.

Why join Auer Steel?

• Competitive Pay Based on Experience
• Comprehensive Benefits Package for Full-time Employees
• Flexible Work Schedules - Summer Flex Hours, First Shift, No Weekends
• Paid Time Off - Sick, Vacation, Personal, Jury Duty & Holidays
• Wellness Challenges, Incentives, and Coaching
• Retirement Plan Options w/a Company Match
• AND SO MUCH MORE!

Auer Steel & Heating Supply Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer dedicated to promoting a culturally diverse workforce.