Inside Sales Representative

Wholesale Electric Supply Co Of Hou; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 42,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

Wholesale Electric Supply Co Of Hou in Houston, TX is seeking an Inside Sales Representative to grow and maintain relationships with customers, sell electrical products and services, and support order processing.

The role requires strong communication, the ability to work independently, and solid math skills. Primary duties include answering questions, quoting prices, soliciting orders, and coordinating with manufacturers. Standard hours are 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM, Monday through Friday.

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

Outlook

Independent working

Communication skills

Professionalism

Strong math skills

Customer-service driven

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

College degree(s) preferred

Job description

Job titleInside Sales RepresentativeReports toBranch ManagerClassificationNon-exemptScheduleMonday – Friday, 8 AM – 5 PM / 40 hours a weekSummary/ObjectiveThe Inside Sales Representative position is responsible for developing and maintaining new and existing customer relationships to sell products and services for Wholesale Electric.Essential FunctionsAnswering customers’ questions about products, prices, availability, product uses, and credit termsRecommending products to customers based on their needs and interestsContacting regular and prospective customers to demonstrate products, explain product features, and solicit ordersEstimating or quoting prices with delivery datesConsulting with clients after sales or contract signings to resolve problems and providing ongoing supportPreparing estimates and bids that meet specific customer needsForwarding orders to manufacturersPerforming additional assignments at the direction of the supervisorCompetenciesKnowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, and OutlookAbility to work independentlyAbility to communicate effectivelyHigh degree of professionalismStrong math skillsCustomer-service drivenSupervisory ResponsibilityThe Inside Sales Representative position does not have any direct supervisory responsibilities.Working conditionsWork EnvironmentThis 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 DemandsWhile 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 WorkThis 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 Experience5 years of sales experience in the Electrical Distribution IndustryIndustrial Contractor Sales experience preferredHigh School diploma or equivalent requiredCollege degree(s) preferredNo Agencies Need to Respond.