Inside Sales Specialist — Construction Supply Growth

Paylocity; Houston (TX); Hybrid; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive base salary

Performance-based incentives

Medical dental and vision insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid time off and holidays

Great Place to Work certified

Job summary

NEFCO, a family-operated construction supply distributor, is seeking an Inside Sales Representative to deliver an exceptional customer experience while supporting regional sales growth. You will manage quotes, process orders, support contractor customers, and partner with outside sales, purchasing, and operations.

The role requires strong organization, customer focus, and teamwork. You will build relationships, upsell and cross-sell, source non-stock materials with purchasing, and maintain

Qualifications

• 1-3 years of inside sales, customer service, or distribution industry experience preferred.
• Construction supply, industrial distribution, electrical, plumbing, HVAC, fastener, or related industry experience is a plus.
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills.
• Ability to multitask and perform effectively in a fast-paced, high-volume environment.
• Detail-oriented with a strong sense of urgency and accountability.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and ERP systems; Eclipse experience preferred.
• Team-oriented mindset with strong problem-solving abilities.
• Associate's or Bachelor's degree preferred; equivalent experience considered.

Responsibilities

• Serve as a primary contact for pricing, product availability, order status and project support for NEFCO outside sales and customers.
• Process quotes and sales orders accurately and efficiently through NEFCO's ERP system.
• Build strong customer relationships through responsive communication and exceptional service.
• Drive additional sales opportunities through upselling, cross-selling, and proactive customer engagement.
• Support company sales initiatives while helping achieve revenue and gross profit goals.
• Coordinate with purchasing to source non-stock materials and meet customer timelines.
• Communicate with customers, vendors, logistics, outside sales representatives, and branch leadership to ensure smooth order execution.
• Maintain strong product knowledge across NEFCO's construction supply offerings and vendor programs.
• Participate in training opportunities, sales meetings, and ongoing professional development.
• Help contribute to a positive, high-energy, team-first culture.

Skills

Inside sales

Customer service

Distribution industry experience

Communication

multitasking

Education

Associate's or Bachelor's degree preferred

Tools

Microsoft Office

ERP systems

Eclipse

Job description

NEFCO, a family-operated construction supply distributor, is seeking an Inside Sales Representative to deliver an exceptional customer experience while supporting regional sales growth. You will manage quotes, process orders, support contractor customers, and partner with outside sales, purchasing, and operations.

The role requires strong organization, customer focus, and teamwork. You will build relationships, upsell and cross-sell, source non-stock materials with purchasing, and maintain