Inside Sales Representative - Automotive Aftermarket

Keystone Automotive Operations; Kansas City (MO); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Daily Pay

Medical, dental, vision, prescription

401(k) with company match

Paid time off and holidays

Tuition assistance and scholarship for

Employee referral bonus program

Employee purchase discounts

Ongoing training and leadership dev

Job summary

Keystone Automotive Operations, Inc. is seeking an Inside Sales Representative in the automotive aftermarket to build relationships with shops, retailers, and enthusiasts. You will use consultative selling and product knowledge to strengthen customer relationships and grow the business.

The role involves outbound calls, expanding existing accounts, introducing new products, and maintaining accurate CRM data while meeting sales goals. Onsite work with potential travel to trade shows is included.

Qualifications

• Previous sales, account management, or customer service experience preferred; willing to train.
• High school diploma or GED required.
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills.
• Ability to work with computers and customer databases.

Responsibilities

• Build relationships with automotive shops, retailers, and enthusiasts via proactive outbound calls.
• Grow existing B2B accounts and introduce new products and services.
• Follow up with qualified leads and convert prospects into active accounts.
• Maintain CRM and sales information in company systems.
• Work toward established sales and activity goals with the team.
• Continuously expand product knowledge and inside sales skills.

Skills

Relationship-building

Strong communication

Organizational skills

Multitasking

Outbound sales

Education

High School diploma or GED

Tools

CRM systems

Microsoft Office

Job description

Inside Sales Representative - Automotive Aftermarket

Company: Keystone Automotive Operations, Inc.
Work Environment: Onsite position based in either Exeter (PA) Kansas City (KS), or Greensboro (NC).
Position Type: Inside Sales / Account Development
Travel: Occasional travel for customer visits or trade shows
Keystone Automotive Operations, Inc. is seeking a customer-focused Inside Sales Representative - Automotive Aftermarket. If you enjoy talking with customers, learning about automotive parts and accessories, and growing accounts, this is a great opportunity to build a sales career with an industry leader.

Why Join Keystone?

• Represent a leading automotive aftermarket distributor
• Develop valuable B2B sales and product expertise
• Build a long-term career with team support and advancement opportunities

About the Role

As an Inside Sales Representative, you will use consultative selling and product knowledge to strengthen customer relationships and grow automotive aftermarket business.

What You'll Do

• Build relationships with automotive shops, retailers, and enthusiasts through proactive outbound sales calls
• Grow existing B2B customer accounts and introduce new products and services
• Follow up with qualified leads and convert prospects into active accounts
• Recommend performance, off-road, truck accessory, wheel, tire, and related automotive parts and accessories
• Maintain accurate customer relationship management and sales information in company systems
• Work toward established sales and activity goals while collaborating with your team
• Continuously expand your product knowledge and inside sales skills

What We're Looking For

• Previous sales, account management, customer service, retail sales, call center sales, automotive parts, dealership support, or related experience preferred; willing to train the right person
• High school diploma or GED
• Strong communication, relationship-building, and organizational skills
• Competitive, motivated mindset with comfort asking for the sale
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and customer relationships
• Comfort working with computers, Microsoft Office, and customer database systems

Preferred Skills

• Interest in or knowledge of automotive aftermarket products
• Bilingual English/Spanish skills are a plus

Benefits and Perks

• Competitive compensation, Daily Pay, direct deposit, and bonus opportunities
• Medical, dental, vision, prescription, HSA, and FSA benefit options
• 401(k) with company match, company-paid life insurance, long-term disability, and short-term disability options
• Paid time off and company holidays
• Tuition assistance and scholarship opportunities for dependents
• Employee referral bonus program and employee purchase discounts
• Ongoing training, internal growth opportunities, leadership development, wellness resources, and Employee Assistance Program access

Who We Are

Keystone Automotive Operations, Inc. is North America's leading distributor of specialty automotive aftermarket, RV, and marine parts and accessories. Our people-focused culture supports employee growth and is built on our Company Values: Commitment, Customer Service, Execution, Integrity, Leadership, Teamwork, and Fun.