Inside Sales Representative

Group-CBS; Indianapolis (IN); Hybrid; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Group-CBS in Indianapolis, IN seeks an Inside Sales Representative to support the regional sales team with account management, new business development, and proactive customer engagement. This hybrid role combines remote work with on-site collaboration at the Indianapolis corporate location.

You will handle electrical project estimates, assist the external sales force, coordinate pricing and PO processing, and provide technical guidance beyond standard hours.

Qualifications

• Associate degree in a technical field, business, management or related field preferred.
• 2–4 years of project management experience in electrical contractor/utility market will be considered in lieu of a degree.
• Knowledge of electrical distribution and sales environments.

Responsibilities

• Prepare electrical project estimates, proposals and quotes.
• Assist outside sales team to increase new business and expand with existing customers.
• Handle multiple customer inquiries simultaneously.
• Coordinate with sales team and customers on pricing and processing PO’s.
• Resolve customer issues and provide guidance after hours.
• Coordinate with Operations to ensure timely project execution.
• Read and interpret manuals, schematics, and wiring diagrams for installations.
• Participate in safety meetings and bi-weekly reviews with Regional Operations Manager.

Skills

Electrical distribution knowledge

Electrical project management

Negotiation

Organization

Problem solving

Multitasking

Independent judgment

Microsoft Office

Education

Associate degree or technical field

Electrical engineering or related field preferred

Tools

MS Office Suite

Job description

Job Title: Inside Sales Representative
Reports To: Regional Sales Manager
FLSA Status: Salary, Exempt, Part-Time/Full-Time

Job Description;

The position will work a hybrid schedule remotely and out of our corporate location in Indianapolis, IN supporting the Indianapolis Field Office regarding sales, account management and new business development

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Electrical project estimates, proposals and quotes
• Assists outside sales team to proactively increase new business and expand business with existing customers
• Handle multiple customer inquiries simultaneously
• Coordinate with sales team and customers on pricing and processing PO’s
• Resolve customer issues
• Secure market level pricing feedback from customers
• Partner with Operations to coordinate timely project execution
• Partners with Operation to manage existing accounts
• Assign protect tasks and ensures that materials, tools, manpower and equipment are scheduled to meet project schedules
• Read and interpret manuals, schematics, and wiring diagrams in order to direct the installation of electrical apparatus according to manufacturer’s specifications
• Participate in bi-weekly meetings with the Regional Operations Manager to discuss potential or existing issues as well as opportunities for improvement
• Participate in safety meetings and training
• Take calls and give technical advice outside normal business hours

Required Skills

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Knowledge of electrical distribution and other electrical sales environments
• Experience in electrical project management, including the ability to layout projects and generate value engineering proposals for switchgear projects
• Excellent attention to detail
• Strong negotiation skills including the ability to communicate on all levels with internal and external groups
• Strong organization and problem solving skills
• Ability to multitask, prioritize and work well under pressure to meet goals and deadlines
• Ability to work independently while utilizing excellent judgement
• Must have intermediate level computer skills including Microsoft Office Suite

Work Environment:

• Corporate business hours are 40 hours per week, Monday-Friday, 7:30am-4:30pm
• Some travel could be required to customer locations or other PPM offices as needed

Required Experience

At least an associate’s degree in a technical field, business, management or a related field, electrical engineering or electrical engineering technology preferred

• In lieu of a degree, 2 to 4 years of project management experience in the electrical contractor / utility market will be considered