Sales- Customer Experience Representative

Sierra Forest Products Inc.; City of Albany (NY); On-site; USD 55,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Sierra Forest Products Inc. is seeking a Customer Experience Representative in Albany, NY to support sales and elevate customer satisfaction. You will become knowledgeable about our product range and act as a brand ambassador while growing your existing account base.

In this role you will handle inbound inquiries, process orders, and collaborate with logistics and purchasing to ensure smooth operations. A proactive, customer-focused mindset is essential to success.

Qualifications

• Proven sales experience in building products or related industry.
• Strong customer service and relationship-building skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, team-driven environment.

Responsibilities

• Deliver exceptional customer service to existing customers and clients.
• Handle inbound sales inquiries and customer inquiries.
• Process and enter sales orders.
• Resolve order-related issues (delays, credits, and returns).
• Collaborate with logistics, warehouse, and purchasing to ensure operational success.
• Actively sell and grow an existing account base.
• Build and maintain relationships with vendors, suppliers, and other stakeholders.

Skills

Customer service

Sales experience

Relationship building

Team player

Problem solving

Job description

Who we are:

At Sierra Forest Products, we're more than a leading North American distributor of specialty wood products-we're a team committed to professionalism, care, and creating spaces that enhance lives and the health of the planet. Founded on the principles of integrity and belonging, we've built an organization where your contributions truly matter.

Position:

Customer Experience Representative

Location:

Albany, NY

Employment Type:

Full-time, Onsite

Compensation:

$55-65,000/yr

Vacancy:

This posting is for an existing, currently open position.

Deliver the Difference with us:

As aCustomer Experience Representativefor Sierra Forest Products, you will have the opportunity to expand your skillset and enhance our overall customer experience.

The Customer Experience Representative's responsibilities include supporting sales, promoting customer satisfaction, and establishing and growing a base of accounts that do not require direct visits from a Sales Representative. The Customer Experience Representative is expected to be independently knowledgeable about a broad range of our products and capable of selling the benefits to our customers.

Your Role & Impact:

• Deliver exceptional and quality customer service to existing customers and clients.
• Handle inbound sales inquiries and customer inquiries.
• Process and enter sales orders.
• Resolve order-related issues (delays, credits, and returns).
• Collaborate with cross function teams (logistics, warehouse, and purchasing to ensure overall operational success).
• Actively sell and grow an existing account base.
• Become a brand ambassador with a comprehensive knowledge of our products and specifications.
• Provide overall sales support to the outside sales team.
• Build and maintain relationships with vendors, suppliers, and other stakeholders to ensure seamless coordination and collaboration in support of fleet operations.
• Continuous Improvement: Identify opportunities for process improvements and implement initiatives to enhance the overall effectiveness and efficiency of fleet operations.

What Makes You Stand Out:

• Driven, positive and energetic individual.
• Ability to resolve problems and conflicts as they occur.
• Proven experience in sales and/or the building products industry.
• Passion for relationship building.
• Ability to work in a fast paced, team driven environment.
• Hard working and entrepreneurial.

Why Join Sierra Forest Products?

• People First Culture: We stand proudly for our people, supporting success through career advancement, continuous learning, and a collaborative environment.
• Competitive Rewards: Enjoy competitive pay, comprehensive family benefits, tuition reimbursement, and programs designed to support not only you but your family as well.
• Growth & Innovation: Join a company that champions innovation and sustainability-where your ideas drive progress and help shape the future.
• Purpose-Driven Work: Our mission is simple: Deliver the Difference to our customers when they need it, by people who know and care. Every role here makes a real impact on our customers and local communities.

AI Usage & Disclosure:

This recruitment process may involve the use of artificial intelligence (AI) or automated tools to assist in screening, assessing, or selecting candidates.