Inside Project Coordinator/Sales

gpac; Bemidji (MN); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

gpac is seeking an Inside Sales / Project Coordinator in Bemidji, MN. You’ll be the first point of contact for walk‑in customers, phone inquiries, and online quote requests, bringing construction materials knowledge to guide project needs and prepare detailed estimates and packages.

This role blends inside sales, coordination, and customer service. You’ll support outside sales reps, partner with vendors on pricing, and coordinate with logistics to ensure on‑time deliveries and accurate quotes.

Qualifications

• Experience in construction materials sales or coordination.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints and drawings.
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills.
• Detail-oriented with estimating and takeoff ability.
• Team player in a fast-paced environment aiming for sales goals.

Responsibilities

• Assist walk-in customers with product guidance and material recommendations.
• Prepare estimates, bids, takeoffs, and material lists from plans and specifications.
• Read blueprints to generate accurate quotes.
• Follow up on online quotes and qualify leads.
• Partner with vendors to confirm pricing and ensure availability.
• Support outside sales and coordinate deliveries.
• Work with logistics to schedule deliveries.
• Maintain sales records and communications in the system.

Skills

Construction materials

Blueprint reading

Sales experience

Customer service

Project coordination

Job description

As an Inside Sales / Project Coordinator, you'll be the first point of contact for customers walking through the door, calling in, or requesting quotes online. You'll provide construction/building materials knowledge, guide customers on project needs, and prepare detailed estimates and material packages. Beyond the counter, you'll support outside sales reps, partner with vendors on pricing, and coordinate with logistics to ensure on-time delivery.

This role blends inside sales, project coordination, and customer service - making it an ideal fit for someone with building or construction materials experience and the ability to read blueprints who thrives on problem-solving, relationship-building, and driving results.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist walk-in customers with product expertise, project guidance, and material recommendations
• Prepare estimates, bids, takeoffs, and detailed material lists using plans and specifications
• Read and interpret blueprints and construction drawings to generate accurate quotes
• Follow up on online quotes and conduct outbound calls to qualify new leads and convert sales
• Partner with vendors to confirm pricing, negotiate terms, and ensure product availability
• Support Outside Sales Representatives by preparing bids, coordinating deliveries, and handling project details
• Collaborate with operations and logistics teams to schedule and track deliveries
• Assist with inventory control, including cycle counts and resolving shortages/overages
• Maintain accurate sales records, quotes, and customer communications in the system

Training & Support

Each Inside Sales Representative completes structured training to learn our POS system, internal processes, and product paperwork.

Requirements

• Construction materials background is required
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints/construction drawings
• Experience in sales, customer service, or project coordination within construction supply/distribution
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills
• Strong attention to detail with proven estimating and takeoff ability
• Team player who thrives in a fast-paced environment and meets sales/profit goals

All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, age, color, sex (including pregnancy), religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, military status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable laws or regulations.