Inside Sales Representative-Remote

Richelieu Hardware Ltd; Sacramento (CA); Remote; USD 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an Inside Sales Representative for a remote role. This position involves selling and supporting a diverse range of cabinet-making and storage solution products. The ideal candidate will be customer-focused, possess strong communication skills, and have a knack for problem-solving. Join a dynamic team that values innovation and integrity, where you can make a significant impact while enjoying a supportive work environment. This role offers competitive compensation, including commissions and a comprehensive benefits package, making it an exciting opportunity for growth and success.

Benefits

Group insurance program (medical, dental, vision, life, disability)

Employee Stock Purchase Plan with employer matching

401(K) with employer matching

Paid vacation, holidays, and sick days

Company discount program

Qualifications

• Motivated, customer-focused individual with sales experience.
• Strong problem-solving and communication skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Assist customers via phone, email, and in-person at the showroom.
• Research and place orders for building materials products.
• Work closely with outside sales representatives on customer orders.

Skills

Customer Service

Sales Experience

Communication Skills

Problem-Solving Skills

Technology Proficiency

Education

High School Diploma

Experience in Sales

Tools

Microsoft Office

AS400 Database Software

Job description

Company Overview

Richelieu is a leading North American distributor, importer, and manufacturer of specialty hardware and complementary products. Our products are targeted to an extensive customer base of kitchen and bathroom cabinet, storage and closet, home furnishing and office furniture manufacturers, door and window, residential and commercial woodworkers, and hardware retailers including renovation superstores. Richelieu offers customers a broad mix of high-end products sourced from manufacturers worldwide. With over 144,000 product offerings, 112 locations in North America, and a state-of-the-art field force that passionately serves over 110,000 customers, Richelieu continues to stand in the forefront of a dynamic and ever-changing industry.

Since 1968, Richelieu has understood the significance and impact of a strong set of Core Values. Richelieu stands behind these Five Core Values that serve as the guiding principles of everything we do: Customer Focus, Innovation, Performance, Respect/Integrity/Ethics, and Ownership.

These values are what allow us to achieve Our Mission: to enable our customers to profitably grow their businesses through the design and creation of exceptional kitchens, closets, and storage spaces.

Our Opportunity
We are seeking an Inside Sales Representative-remote to join our team of professionals for a Monday - Friday, day shift role, selling and supporting our customers with a large variety of cabinet-making and storage solution products. We invite you to visit us at Richelieu.com to learn more.

Why Work for Richelieu?

Being a member of the Richelieu team means that you are part of something bigger than just yourself. As a growing and winning international organization that places emphasis on its people and culture, its career development opportunities, and the realization that healthy living is in part achieved by the proper balance of work and home, we are excited to be a company that our employees are passionate about!

Key Responsibilities

• Assist Richelieu customers by phone, email, and in person at our local branch showroom; research and place orders for our building materials products.
• Learn and stay abreast of products, changes, and trends within woodworking, kitchen & bath design, and cabinet making.
• Seek out new business opportunities with customers via phone, placing orders as well as providing sales quotes.
• Work closely with outside sales representatives with customer orders and quotes; research pricing and availability for various items in multiple product categories.
• Research product solutions for customers to solve field-project issues.
• Maintain and uphold Richelieu's Five Core Values while striving to achieve and surpass our company's sales objectives.
• Hours of operation are Monday to Friday, day shift only.
• Position may require lifting/pushing/carrying items up to 50 pounds.

What We Are Looking For

• A motivated, customer-focused individual, eager to provide top-quality customer experiences when ordering or installing Richelieu products.
• Adaptive, responsive to customer and team inquiries, and an excellent communicator by phone, email, and in person.
• Prior inside sales or customer service experience is helpful, ideally in a desktop or office-based setting.
• Inside telesales experience preferred in the industrial market.
• Knowledge of woodworking, cabinetry, kitchen/bath design, architectural hardware, or related building materials experience is helpful.
• Strong problem-solving skills; able to prioritize tasks, organized, and highly comfortable with technology (uses AS400 database software daily).
• Strong sense of drive and creativity, ability to communicate persuasively and informatively with all types of customers and coworkers.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications; must be able to effectively use Word, Outlook, and Excel for daily responsibilities and tasks.
• AS400 experience is helpful, but is not required.

Compensation and Benefits

• Competitive market-based hourly rate plus monthly sales commissions and applicable bonuses.
• Group insurance program (medical, dental, vision, life, disability, etc.).
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan with employer matching.
• 401(K) with employer matching.
• Paid vacation, holidays, and sick days.
• Company discount program available.