Inside Sales - Sales

SouthernCarlson, Inc.; Woodridge (IL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 68,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive base salary + commission

401(k) with Company Match

Paid Time Off, Sick Time & Holidays

Job summary

SouthernCarlson, Inc. is hiring an Inside Sales Representative who enjoys helping customers, solving problems, and delivering an exceptional service experience.

In a fast-paced environment you'll build relationships by providing knowledgeable product support and sales expertise. You’ll develop product knowledge, follow up on leads, quote and process orders, collaborate with sales and warehouse teams to ensure timely delivery, and communicate updates to customers while growing with a team-driven,

Qualifications

• 1+ year of sales or counter sales experience in construction.
• Bachelor’s degree in Business or Marketing preferred.
• Strong communication skills; bilingual English/Spanish a plus.
• Detail-oriented with organizational and time-management skills.
• Proven problem-solver with a customer-first mindset.
• Ability to build strong customer relationships and maintain trust.
• Valid driver’s license with acceptable driving record.
• Able to lift 50 lbs regularly and 100 lbs occasionally.

Responsibilities

• Develop expert knowledge of our products, services, and solutions.
• Conduct inside sales activities including follow-up on incoming leads, quoting, and order processing.
• Build relationships with customers by understanding their needs and recommending the right products and solutions.
• Collaborate with outside sales and warehouse teams to ensure timely delivery and customer satisfaction.
• Support customers with updates on orders, deliveries, and any account-related issues.
• Prepare and deliver effective solutions-driven sales materials.

Skills

Sales experience

Strong communication skills

Customer relationship building

Bilingual English/Spanish

Detail-oriented

Time management

Problem solving

Trust building

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business or Marketing

Job description

Job Description

Posted Wednesday, August 5, 2026 at 5:00 AM

The vision of SouthernCarlson is to develop strong business relationships so we understand our customers\' individual needs and provide the best possible service to improve our and their profitability.

About Us

SouthernCarlson is a leading distributor of the most recognized brands of construction and packaging tools, fasteners, jobsite supplies, and expert service across North America. With deep roots in the construction and industrial supply industry, we serve contractors, builders, and manufacturers with an unwavering commitment to reliability, integrity, and performance.

Our success is built not only on the quality of our products and services, but on a company culture that values people, relationships, and the drive to go above and beyond. We believe that how we serve is just as important as what we deliver.

Our Core Values

Provide Fanatical Service
We treat every challenge like our own and go above and beyond to deliver faster, better solutions that exceed expectations.

Act With Urgency
In our industry, time is critical. Whether it\'s quotes, solutions, or deliveries—urgency isn\'t optional.

Earn & Maintain Trust
We work hard to earn trust every day and never take it for granted with our customers, vendors, or coworkers.

Continuously Improve
We challenge ourselves to improve every process, every experience, and every interaction—because better never stops.

At SouthernCarlson, we\'re more than a supplier—we\'re a service-driven partner focused on long-term relationships and delivering results.

Job Description

We\'re hiring an Inside Sales Representative who enjoys helping customers, solving problems, and delivering an exceptional service experience. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment and enjoy building relationships by providing knowledgeable product support and sales expertise, this is the role for you.

What You\'ll Do

Develop expert knowledge of our products, services, and solutions.

Conduct inside sales activities including follow-up on incoming leads, quoting, and order processing.

Build relationships with customers by understanding their needs and recommending the right products and solutions.

Collaborate with outside sales and warehouse teams to ensure timely delivery and customer satisfaction.

Support customers with updates on orders, deliveries, and any account-related issues.

Prepare and deliver effective solutions-driven sales materials.

What We\'re Looking For

• 1+ year of sales or counter sales experience in the construction industry


• Valid driver\'s license with an acceptable driving record


• Bachelor\'s degree in Business or Marketing (preferred, not required)


• Strong communication skills—Bilingual English/Spanish is a plus


• Detail-oriented with strong organizational and time-management skills


• Proven problem-solver with a customer-first mindset


• Ability to build strong customer relationships and maintain trust


• Able to lift 50 lbs regularly and 100 lbs occasionally

Why You\'ll Love Working With Us

Consistent Hours – Steady Monday-Friday schedule

Positive Culture – Team-first environment built on respect and trust

Career Growth – We promote from within

Competitive Benefits:

Competitive base salary + commission plan

401(k) with Company Match

Paid Time Off, Sick Time & Holidays

Respect – We build relationships on trust, collaboration, and kindness
Integrity – We go above and beyond to do what\'s right
Teamwork – We support and encourage each other to ensure every customer receives top-notch service
Family Feel – A nationwide company with a local, family-like environment

SouthernCarlson, Inc. is an equal opportunity at will employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of age, race, religion, color, disability, sex, sexual orientation or national origin.