Sales Specialist

Intertek; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 30,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

401(k) plan with company matching

Medical, dental, vision insurance

Job summary

Intertek is seeking a Sales Specialist in Columbus, OH to support our Electrical team. The role focuses on processing quotes, responding to leads, and driving growth across multiple projects within a global quality assurance provider.

The position offers opportunities to advance to outside sales, works with a wide range of clients, and includes competitive benefits. Travel may be required as business needs dictate.

Qualifications

• Strong customer service and communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment with shifting priorities.
• Proficiency in MS Word, Excel and Outlook; CRM experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Process quotes and orders efficiently.
• Provide prompt responses to inquiries and leads.
• Follow up on proposals and close business.

Skills

Customer service

Communication

Time management

Independent work

MS Office

Travel flexibility

Education

HS Diploma or GED

Associate’s degree (Business Administration or relevant field)

Tools

MS Dynamics

Sales Force

Job description

Sales Specialist – Columbus, OH

Intertek is searching for a Sales Specialistto join our Electricalteam in our Columbus, Ohio.This is a fantastic opportunity to grow a versatile career inSales.By joining Intertek, your contributions will be valued as we continue to help the worldBuild Back Ever Better.

Intertek's Electrical business line applies more than 100 years of product testing expertise to quickly and efficiently help clients meet safety, performance, environmental and quality requirements for every market. Spanning a wide range of industries such as Medical, Lighting, Renewable Energy, HVACR, Appliances & Electronics, Hazardous Locations, Industrial Equipment, Life Safety & Security, IT & Telecom Equipment, Intertek's global network of laboratories employ world-class experts in their fields who deliver quality, accurate testing and certification that continually exceeds our clients' expectations and helps to clear a path for their product's success.

We go beyond Testing, Inspection and Certification of products: we are a Total Quality Assurance Provider to industries worldwide. Intertek is continually innovating and evolving to reduce risk for consumers, brands, and organizations in every sector around the world. Our purpose: Bringing quality, safety, and sustainability to life.

What are we looking for?

TheSales Specialistis responsible for performing various sales duties and will be considered a stepping-stone to an outside sales position.

Salary & Benefits Information

The base wage or salary range for this position is $22 - $26 per hour. Individual compensation packages are based on a variety of factors unique to each candidate including skill set, experience, qualifications, and other job-related reasons. In addition to competitive compensation packages, Intertek employees are eligible for a variety of benefits including paid time off, paid holidays, paid parental leave, medical plan options, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance, a 401(k) plan with company matching, tuition reimbursement, and more.

In addition to our comprehensive benefits package, our Sales Specialistare offered:

• Day to day variety with the ability to work onhigh profile projects
• Opportunity for growth(over 100 locations with opportunity for growth/advancement/relocation)
• Employee referral bonuses

What you’ll do:

• Process transactional quotes and orders in an efficient and effective manner.
• Provide prompt and accurate responses to quotation requests, leads and inquiries.
• Follow up on proposals and close business.
• Research and resolve account problems.
• Work closely with customers and operations to facilitate a superior customer experience.
• May perform client research, prospecting and networking.
• May provide marketing support for webinars, lunch and learns, open houses, technical seminars, etc.
• Perform other work as required.

This position outline is a general guideline and does not represent all encompassing details. The position assumes that the incumbent has both the mental and physical requirements to carry out the above defined duties.

Minimum Requirements & Qualifications:

• HS Diploma or GED equivalent
• 1+ year of prior relevant experience and/or training (ie. administrative, sales, customer services, or technical support)
• Excellent Customer service and communication skills in both verbal and written format
• Excellent attention to detail, prioritization, organization, and time management skills
• Ability to work independently in a fast-paced, multi-tasking environment with shifting priorities
• MS Office proficiency, including Word, Excel and Outlook
• Model Intertek’s 10X Energies at all times within the work place, practicing business the right way
• Be aware of, and adhere to, safety practices and policies to ensure your own safety, as well as the safety of others who may be affected by your actions at work
• Must be customer focused and quality driven
• Ability to travel as business needs dictate

Preferred Requirements & Qualifications:

• Associate’s degree (Business Administration or relevant technical field)
• Experience working with a CRM tool (MS Dynamics, Sales Force, etc.)
• Technical writing skills/experience
• Experience working in a B2B sales environment
• Prior relevant sales experience, education or training
• Experience with CRM tools (MS Dynamics / Sales Force / other)

Intertek Total Quality Assured

Intertek is a world leader in the Quality Assurance market, with a proven, high-quality business model and a global network of customer-focused operations and highly engaged subject matter experts. With passion, pace, and precision we work to exceed our customers’ expectations, while engaging with our employees to be 10X in their performance and professional growth.

Intertek is a drug-free workplace. As a condition of employment, certain positions may be required to pass a pre-employment drug test based on the type of work that will be performed.

We Value Diversity

Intertek’s network of phenomenal peopleare our greatest assets, and the diversity they bring fuels our success. Intertek is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer that values inclusion and diversity. We take affirmative action to ensure all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other legally protected characteristics.

For individuals with disabilities who would like to request accommodation, or who need assistance applying, please email [e-mail] or call 1-877-694-8543 (option #5) to speak with a member of the HR Department.

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