Inside Sales Specialist

Boise Cascade; Memphis (TN); On-site; USD 48,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical + Prescription Drug

Flexible Spending Accounts (Healthcare

Dependent Care

401(k) Retirement Savings with company

Paid Time Off (20 days)

Paid Holidays (10 per year)

Paid Parental Leave (6 weeks)

Life Insurance

Job summary

Boise Cascade is seeking an Inside Sales Specialist in Memphis, TN to drive order intake, respond to customer needs, and promote products. You will coordinate with vendors, purchase and price items, monitor inventory, and support the sales team.

You will contact customers about market trends, assist in marketing programs and promotions, and ensure safe, high-quality service while contributing to continuous improvement across the location.

Qualifications

• College degree or equivalent work experience in related field.
• Ability to understand and apply basic math (fractions, decimals, percentages).
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Familiar with office equipment and basic computer software.

Responsibilities

• Initiate sales and take orders; anticipate and meet customer needs.
• Manage product vendors, purchasing, pricing, and inventory monitoring.
• Promote assigned products and contact customers about market trends.
• Coordinate deliveries with shipping and support outside sales staff.
• Assist in developing and executing marketing programs and promotions.
• Support sales team and promote continuous improvement and safety.

Skills

Effective communication

Teamwork and independent work

Customer service mindset

Mathematical calculations

Education

College degree or equivalent

Job description

Boise Cascade has an exciting opening for a Inside Sales Specialist!

Responsibilities

Responsible for initiating sales, taking orders, anticipating and meeting customer needs. Responsible for assigned product management, including selecting product vendors, purchasing, pricing, monitoring inventory, and promoting assigned products. Contact customers regarding market fluctuations and trends. Initiate inquiries, sales, and promotions for product needs to customer. Coordinates and maximizes customer inventory. Communicate customer service requirements to location’s customer service representatives. Coordinate customer deliveries with shipping personnel. At some locations, may perform freight/trucking specialist responsibilities. Contact vendor as necessary regarding products relative to customer’s questions or concerns. Assist outside sales staff and product managers. Assist in developing and executing marketing programs, promotions, and new product research. Provide lead role to sales support staff. Demonstrate strong commitment to safety, quality, environmental awareness, and continuous process improvement. Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

Qualifications

Basic Qualifications: College Degree or equivalent work experience in related job function. Working conditions are an office environment with minimal physical exertion.

Preferred Qualifications: Knowledge of building products a plus. Ability to understand and apply mathematical calculations and concepts involving fractions, decimals, percentages, etc. Effective communication skills. Ability to work independently or with teams or groups. Knowledge of operation of office equipment, such as PC, calculators, computer software, etc.

Boise Cascade has been in the business of distributing building materials and manufacturing wood products for decades. Today we're the only wholesale stocking distributor for building products that can service the entire United States – and one of the largest manufacturers of plywood and engineered wood products in North America. Because our business is built on relationships, our associates are critical to our success. Our people-centered approach to associate experience and engagement is rooted in our Core Values. We’re invested in cultivating a respectful workplace culture that attracts, connects, grows, and retains a talented workforce – one where everyone feels seen, heard, and valued.

We offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to have a positive impact on all areas of your life – from health and well-being, career, and community, to financial security and personal safety, with many benefits beginning on your first day of employment. We call it, Total Rewards. Here's a snapshot of what we offer:

• Medical + Prescription Drug
• Flexible Spending Accounts (Healthcare + Dependent Care)
• 401(k) Retirement Savings with company contribution
• Paid Time Off (20 days per year)
• Paid Holidays (10 per year)
• Paid Parental Leave (6 weeks)
• Life Insurance

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