Inside Sales Representative

Wholesale Electric Supply Co. of Houston; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Wholesale Electric Supply Co. of Houston is seeking an Inside Sales Representative to develop and maintain relationships with new and existing customers and to drive product sales and services.

The role involves answering questions about products, pricing, delivery, and terms; recommending items based on customer needs; presenting products to customers, and processing orders. A High School diploma is required; additional college degrees are preferred.

Qualifications

• 5 years of sales experience in the Electrical Distribution Industry.
• Industrial Contractor Sales experience preferred.
• High School diploma or equivalent required.
• College degree(s) preferred.

Responsibilities

• Answering customers' questions about products, prices, availability, product uses, and credit terms.
• Recommending products to customers based on their needs and interests.
• Contacting regular and prospective customers to demonstrate products, explain product features, and solicit orders.
• Estimating or quoting prices with delivery dates.
• Consulting with clients after sales or contract signings to resolve problems and providing ongoing support.
• Preparing estimates and bids that meet specific customer needs.
• Forwarding orders to manufacturers.
• Performing additional assignments at the direction of the supervisor.

Skills

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Outlook

Independent work

Effective communication

High degree of professionalism

Strong math skills

Customer service orientation

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

College degree preferred

Tools

MS Word

MS Excel

MS Outlook

Job description

Job Title:

Inside Sales Representative

Reports To:

Branch Manager

Classification:

Non-exempt

Schedule:

Monday – Friday, 8 AM – 5 PM / 40 hours a week

Summary/Objective:

The Inside Sales Representative position is responsible for developing and maintaining new and existing customer relationships to sell products and services for Wholesale Electric.

Essential Functions:

• Answering customers' questions about products, prices, availability, product uses, and credit terms.
• Recommending products to customers based on their needs and interests.
• Contacting regular and prospective customers to demonstrate products, explain product features, and solicit orders.
• Estimating or quoting prices with delivery dates.
• Consulting with clients after sales or contract signings to resolve problems and providing ongoing support.
• Preparing estimates and bids that meet specific customer needs.
• Forwarding orders to manufacturers.
• Performing additional assignments at the direction of the supervisor.

Competencies:

• Knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook.
• Ability to work independently.
• Ability to communicate effectively.
• High degree of professionalism.
• Strong math skills.
• Customer-service driven.

Supervisory Responsibility:

The Inside Sales Representative position does not have any direct supervisory responsibilities.

Working Conditions:

Work Environment:

This job operates in a professional office environment. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets and fax machines.

Physical Demands:

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to stand and walk. This is a largely sedentary role; however, some filing is required. This would require the ability to lift files, open filing cabinets and bending or standing on a stool as necessary.

Position Type and Expected Hours of Work:

This is a full time position. Days and hours of work are Monday through Friday, 8:00am-5:00pm. The employee must work 40 hours each week to maintain full-time status. Occasional evening and weekend work may be required as job duties demand.

Education and Experience:

• 5 years of sales experience in the Electrical Distribution Industry.
• Industrial Contractor Sales experience preferred.
• High School diploma or equivalent required.
• College degree(s) preferred.