Inside Sales

Gypsum Management and Supply; Columbia Township (MO); On-site; USD 42,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Disability Insurance

Life Insurance

Wellness Benefits

401(k) Retirement Plan

Employee Stock Purchase Program

Paid Holidays & Vacation Days

Professional Growth Opportunities

Development & Training Programs

Job summary

Gypsum Management and Supply is hiring an Inside Sales representative for Wildcat Materials - Columbia, 8501 East Trade Center Drive, Columbia, MO 65201. The role centers on building product knowledge for drywall, insulation, metal studs, ceiling systems, stucco, tools, and safety items while taking orders at the counter and over the phone.

You will cultivate customer relationships, enter orders in the company system, and collaborate with Outside Sales Reps to shape sales strategies.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; a 4-year degree is preferred.
• Ability to self-manage, take initiative, and comfortably meeting the public.
• Team player with attention to detail and good organization.

Responsibilities

• Taking orders at the sales counter and over the phone.
• Building relationships with customers.
• Ability to use company computer system to enter orders.
• Complete sales orders and tender cash sales.
• Develop product knowledge to assist customers with purchases.
• Collaborate with Outside Sales Reps and Sales Managers to determine necessary strategic sales approaches.
• Overcome objections of prospective customers.
• Emphasize product/service features and benefits, quote prices, discuss credit terms, and prepare sales order forms and/or reports.

Skills

Self-management

Customer service

Attention to detail

Team player

Communication

Organization

Problem solving

Multitasking

Sales proficiency

Education

High school diploma or GED

4 year degree preferred

Job description

Position Purpose:

The primary function of Inside Sales is to provide product knowledge on building materials including drywall, insulation, metal studs for drywall, ceiling systems, stucco, construction tools, construction safety items, drywall compound, and accessories for the drywall industry.

Key Responsibilities:

• Taking orders at the sales counter and over the phone.
• Building relationships with customers.
• Ability to use company computer system to enter orders.
• Complete sales orders and tender cash sales.
• Develop product knowledge to assist customers with purchases.
• Collaborate with Outside Sales Reps and Sales Managers to determine necessary strategic sales approaches.
• Overcome objections of prospective customers.
• Emphasize product/service features and benefits, quote prices, discuss credit terms, and prepare sales order forms and/or reports.

Direct Manager/Direct Reports:

• Reports to Sales Supervisor, Sales Manager, Customer Service Supervisor, Branch Manager

Travel Requirements:

• N/A

Physical Requirements

• Must be able to remain in stationary position in an office environment: 50%
• Will frequently move about inside the office to access files, office machinery, etc.
• Must be able to operate basic office machinery.
• Must be able to communicate with team and management and be able to exchange accurate information in these situations.
• Constantly working in office environment.

Working Conditions

• Office, Sales Counter

Minimum Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required, 4 year degree preferred
• Ability to self-manage, show initiative and be comfortable meeting the public.
• Must be a team player, demonstrate attention to detail and have good organizational skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• N/A

Minimum Education:

• High school diploma or GED required, 4 year degree preferred

Preferred Education:

• N/A

Minimum Years of Work Experience:

• N/A

Certifications:

• N/A

Competencies:

• Must be able to problem solve and prioritize tasks.
• Must be able to manage stress depending on deadlines and ongoing projects.
• Must be able to multitask.
• Must be able to receive and analyze information.
• Must be able to quickly communicate solutions if problems occur.
• Must be able to demonstrate a high degree of sound judgement and initiative.
• Strive to do the right thing by displaying trust and integrity.
• Embody the principles of servant leadership, even in a non-people management role, by putting the needs of others first, valuing diverse perspectives by sincerely appreciating and considering others’ opinions and ideas and demonstrating a positive and humble attitude.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently and on a team; ability to lead, execute and/or delegate as needed, while also collaborating with others to get the job done.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships at every level of the organization; invest in building relationships with the Field Operations and Field Support Center team members.
• Help champion an inclusive working environment by:
  • Empowering others to bring their full selves to the workplace.
  • Celebrating, welcoming, and valuing the different backgrounds and experiences that make up our workforce.
  • Recognizing that all team members are valued, regardless of race, background, tenure, or title.
• Ability to self-manage, show initiative, be proactive, and drive results.
• Communicate professionally, both verbally and in writing to coworkers and customers

Work Location:

GMS West / Northwest territories

Remote/Virtual, hybrid or in-office:

In Office

Job Location:

Wildcat Materials - Columbia

8501 East Trade Center Drive Columbia, MO 65201

As an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer SRS Distribution Inc., including all its subsidiaries, provides job opportunities to qualified individuals without regard to actual or perceived race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, gender, age, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, citizenship status, uniform service, veteran status, marital status, genetic information, physical or mental disability, or any other characteristic in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local EEO laws.

• Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability & Life Insurance, Wellness Benefits, 401(k) Retirement Plan, Employee Stock Purchase Program, Paid Holidays & Vacation Days, Professional Growth Opportunities, Development & Training Programs.

All benefits subject to eligibility.