Inside Sales Specialist

Cencora; Louisiana; Remote; USD 37,000 - 53,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as an Inside Sales Specialist, where your competitive spirit and dynamic approach will help shape the future of healthcare. In this remote role, you will engage with potential leads and established customers, driving business development initiatives while enjoying a comprehensive training program. With a focus on collaboration and growth, this position offers a competitive salary and incentives, making it an exciting opportunity to elevate your sales career. If you are ready to thrive in a dynamic environment and make a difference, this role is for you!

Benefits

Comprehensive Remote Training

Professional Development

Mentorship

Wellness Resources

Support for Working Families

Qualifications

• 1-2 years of sales experience, including internships.
• Exposure to business, accountancy, sales, or marketing fields.

Responsibilities

• Drive new business development initiatives.
• Engage in proactive prospecting and cold-calling.
• Maintain accurate data records in CRM software.

Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Active Listening

Sales Experience

Mathematics Proficiency

Time Management

Organizational Skills

CRM Systems

Education

Experience in Sales Environments

Exposure to Business or Marketing

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

CRM Software

Job description

Our team members are at the heart of everything we do. At Cencora, we are united in our responsibility to create healthier futures, and every person here is essential to us being able to deliver on that purpose. If you want to make a difference at the center of health, come join our innovative company and help us improve the lives of people and animals everywhere. Apply today!

Job Details

Join our Team as an Inside Sales Specialist!

Do you have a competitive spirit? Are you a dynamic go-getter looking to make your mark in sales? We are seeking a motivated Inside Sales Specialist to join our remote SmartSource team under the guidance of our supportive Inside Sales Supervisor. As an Inside Sales Specialist, you will engage with potential leads and established customers across independent and retail pharmacy sectors.

SmartSource is a national pharmaceutical distributor serving retail, small-chain, and long-term-care pharmacies. We are the secondary wholesale solution for pediatric, compounding, and specialty needs.

Our next class starts on June 16. The ideal candidate will be located in the Central Standard Time (CST) zone.

What You'll Do:

1. Drive new business development initiatives
2. Manage territories and pipelines effectively
3. Promote and sell products and exclusive promotions to existing customers

Key Responsibilities:

1. Engage in proactive prospecting and cold-calling activities targeting specific customer segments
2. Identify and recruit potential customers interested in collaborating with us
3. Account coverage for team members as needed
4. Utilize inventory systems to support customer product requirements
5. Collaborate through daily huddles and role-playing exercises
6. Maintain accurate data records in our CRM software

What to Expect:

1. Comprehensive remote training program
2. Fast-tracked growth to become an Inside Sales Representative
3. Competitive salary with incentives

Experience and Educational Requirements:

1. 1-2 years of experience in sales environments, including internships
2. Exposure to business, accountancy, sales, or marketing fields

Minimum Skills and Abilities:

1. Strong interpersonal skills and ability to build customer relationships
2. Courteous phone manner and active listening skills
3. Hunter mentality with a drive to seek business opportunities
4. Proficient in mathematics
5. Strong decision-making skills
6. Excellent time management and multitasking abilities
7. Team player with collaboration skills
8. Exceptional organizational skills and attention to detail
9. Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and CRM systems

If you're ready to elevate your sales career and thrive in a dynamic environment, we want to hear from you! Apply now to join our high-performing Inside Sales Team.

What Cencora Offers

We provide inclusive compensation, benefits, and resources supporting wellness—covering physical, emotional, financial, and social aspects—including support for working families, training, professional development, mentorship, and more. For details, visit https://www.virtualfairhub.com/cencora.

Salary Range*

$37,000 - $52,800 (National Average). Actual ranges vary by location, potentially up to 10% lower or 12% higher depending on state-specific factors.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Cencora is committed to equal opportunity employment and prohibits discrimination or harassment. We provide reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities during the employment process. For accommodation requests, contact 888.692.2272 or [e-mail].

Affiliated Companies: AmerisourceBergen Drug Corporation