Inside Sales Representative - Laird Plastics

Plastics Family Americas; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive base salary

Profit Sharing

Dental insurance

Medical insurance

Life insurance

401k with matching benefits

Tuition reimbursement

Paid maternity and paternity leave

Opportunity for growth

Job summary

A leading provider of plastic solutions seeks an Inside Sales Representative in Indianapolis, IN. The role focuses on building strong customer relationships and delivering exceptional sales service to meet customer needs in the plastics industry. Ideal candidates will have strong communication skills and a high school diploma; a BA or experience in distribution is preferred. This position offers a competitive salary and various benefits including profit sharing and healthcare.

Qualifications

• Strong business writing and verbal communication skills.
• Positive and enthusiastic attitude with an eagerness to learn and grow.
• Ability to work in an active, team-selling environment where priorities are continually changing.
• Exceptional interpersonal and negotiation skills.
• Excellent computer skills.
• High level of honesty and integrity.
• High School Diploma or GED required.
• BA or BS Degree (preferred).
• Plastics/industrial distribution experience (preferred).
• 1 year or more of commercial experience (preferred).

Responsibilities

• Build and maintain strong customer relationships, loyalty, and retention through exceptional sales and service.
• Generate quotes, process orders, and follow-up with customers after orders close.
• Provide information regarding products and services to inquiring customers.
• Place outbound calls to new and existing accounts.
• Collaborate with team members to confirm that orders are processed with accuracy.
• Work with the outside sales force to proactively increase market share.
• Assist with inventory management based on customer needs.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Strong business writing and verbal communication skills

Positive and enthusiastic attitude

Ability to work in a team-selling environment

Exceptional interpersonal and negotiation skills

Excellent computer skills

High level of honesty and integrity

Honesty & integrity

Education

High School Diploma or GED

BA or BS Degree (Business, Sales, Marketing, etc.)

Plastics/industrial distribution experience (preferred)

1+ year commercial experience (preferred)

Job description

POSITION: Inside Sales Representative

About the role:

The Inside Sales Representative is the backbone of our sales force. You will consult with new and existing customers to build your book of business through providing outstanding service to meet their plastics needs. The Inside Sales Representative at Laird Plastics will represent and sell the most extensive selection of trusted performance plastics brands, a solution‑oriented strategy, and an unmatched commitment to our customers.

What you’ll do:

• Build and maintain strong customer relationships, loyalty, and retention through exceptional sales and service
• Generate quotes, process orders, and follow‑up with customers after orders close to ensure utmost satisfaction
• Provide information regarding our products and services to inquiring customers
• Place outbound calls to new and existing accounts identifying opportunities, decision maker(s), and related customer service needs
• Collaborate with office and warehouse team members to confirm that orders are processed with accuracy and efficiency
• Work in concert with the outside sales force to proactively increase market share
• Assist with inventory management based on customer needs
• Perform other duties as assigned

We are looking for passionate leaders who bring initiative and creativity while putting the customer at the center of all they do!

What you’ll need:

• Strong business writing and verbal communication skills
• Positive and enthusiastic attitude with an eagerness to learn and grow
• Ability to work in an active, team‑selling environment where priorities are continually changing
• Exceptional interpersonal and negotiation skills
• Excellent computer skills
• High level of honesty and integrity
• High School Diploma or GED required
• (Preferred) BA or BS Degree (Business, Sales, Marketing, etc.) or substantial equivalent business experience
• (Preferred) Plastics/industrial distribution experience
• (Preferred) 1 year or more of commercial experience

How does Laird Plastics support you?

About the Company:

Laird Plastics provides comprehensive supply chain coordination to the industry’s leading manufacturers, distributing plastic sheets, rods, and films through our 50+ locations. We proudly service major industries in aerospace, signage & print graphics, transportation, manufacturing, semiconductor, marine, military & government, medical and more!

Benefits:

We offer a competitive base salary, Profit Sharing, dental, medical, and life insurance, 401k with matching benefits, tuition reimbursement, paid maternity and paternity leave, opportunity for growth, and more.