Inside Sales Representative

Express Employment Professionals - Cincinnati East; Missoula (MT); On-site; USD 26,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance after 90 days

Paid vacation

Paid holidays

Retirement savings plan after one year

Job summary

Express Employment Professionals - Cincinnati East in Missoula, MT is seeking an Inside Sales Representative to join a Montana-based timber and woodworking supplier. The role blends customer service with sales support, inventory coordination, logistics, and office operations, with a Monday–Friday, 9:00 AM–5:00 PM schedule and $23 per hour pay.

You will build relationships with customers and vendors, assist shipping, manage orders, and help the sales team grow accounts in a fast-paced

Qualifications

• Previous experience in sales, customer service, inside sales, or office administration
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills
• Ability to provide professional and responsive customer support
• Basic computer proficiency, including email and standard office software
• Strong organizational and time-management abilities
• Ability to prioritize tasks and manage multiple responsibilities
• Self-motivated with the ability to work independently
• Forklift experience preferred, or willingness to complete training
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds safely and consistently

Responsibilities

• Deliver outstanding customer service and inside sales support
• Build and maintain strong relationships with customers, vendors, and business partners
• Support outside sales representatives in managing and growing customer accounts
• Respond to customer inquiries by phone, email, and in person
• Assist with shipping and receiving operations
• Coordinate UPS, freight, and LTL shipments, including preparation of Bills of Lading (BOLs)
• Monitor inventory levels and assist with replenishment planning
• Operate a forklift to safely move materials and inventory as needed
• Process orders accurately and ensure timely fulfillment
• Perform general administrative and office support duties
• Maintain organized records and efficient workflow processes
• Contribute to a positive, team-oriented work environment

Skills

Customer service

Inside sales

Strong communication

Relationship-building

Time management

Tools

Forklift

Job description

Inside Sales Representative

Locations: Missoula, MT or Columbia Falls, MT
Pay: $23.00/hour
Schedule: Monday-Friday | 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM (1-Hour Lunch)
Job Type: Full-Time

Join a Respected Montana Industry Leader

Express Employment Professionals is seeking an Inside Sales Representative for a growing Montana-based company that proudly serves the timber, lumber, and woodworking industries.

This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated professional who enjoys building customer relationships, supporting sales efforts, and contributing to the success of a collaborative team. Offering a unique combination of customer service, sales support, inventory coordination, logistics, and office operations, this role provides variety, stability, and long-term growth potential.

If you're someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment, enjoys wearing multiple hats, and takes pride in delivering exceptional customer experiences, we encourage you to apply.

What You'll Do

As an Inside Sales Representative, you'll serve as a key point of contact for customers while helping ensure smooth day-to-day operations across sales, inventory, and logistics functions.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver outstanding customer service and inside sales support
• Build and maintain strong relationships with customers, vendors, and business partners
• Support outside sales representatives in managing and growing customer accounts
• Respond to customer inquiries by phone, email, and in person
• Assist with shipping and receiving operations
• Coordinate UPS, freight, and LTL shipments, including preparation of Bills of Lading (BOLs)
• Monitor inventory levels and assist with replenishment planning
• Operate a forklift to safely move materials and inventory as needed
• Process orders accurately and ensure timely fulfillment
• Perform general administrative and office support duties
• Maintain organized records and efficient workflow processes
• Contribute to a positive, team-oriented work environment

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous experience in sales, customer service, inside sales, or office administration
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills
• Ability to provide professional and responsive customer support
• Basic computer proficiency, including email and standard office software
• Strong organizational and time-management abilities
• Ability to prioritize tasks and manage multiple responsibilities
• Self-motivated with the ability to work independently
• Forklift experience preferred, or willingness to complete training
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds safely and consistently

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive hourly pay of $23.00 per hour
• Health insurance eligibility after 90 days
• Paid vacation
• Paid holidays
• Retirement savings plan with employer matching after one year of employment

Why This Opportunity Stands Out

• Diverse responsibilities that keep each day engaging and rewarding
• Build valuable experience in sales, customer service, logistics, inventory management, and operations
• Work with a company that supports Montana's thriving timber, lumber, and woodworking industries
• Join a team that values collaboration, professionalism, and continuous improvement
• Stable Monday-Friday schedule that supports work-life balance
• Opportunity for long-term career growth with a respected local employer

Work Environment

This role combines office, warehouse, and customer-facing responsibilities, making it ideal for someone who enjoys a variety of tasks throughout the day. The successful candidate will be dependable, organized, detail-oriented, and committed to delivering exceptional service while contributing to the overall success of the team.