Sales Support - Flooring Bids

Interior-Specialists,-Inc; Kent (WA); On-site; USD 33,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Interior-Specialists, Inc. in Kent, WA seeks a Sales Support Associate to generate bids and prepare quotes for flooring, countertops, wall tile, and window coverings. You will support sales operations, maintain product programs, and assist with training initiatives.

The role requires strong communication and analytical skills, a background in SAP and MS Office, and the ability to collaborate across teams. Office-based position with competitive hourly pay.

Qualifications

• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Experience generating bids and quotes with cost sheets.
• Ability to perform cost and margin analysis for product categories.

Responsibilities

• Generate bids using cost sheets, scopes of work and market strategies.
• Create custom quotes for residential projects and special options.
• Maintain client programs for Flooring, Countertops, Window Coverings, and Wall Tile.

Skills

Communication

Sales Support

Pricing analysis

Microsoft Excel

SAP

Team collaboration

Attention to detail

Bilingual

Education

High school diploma or GED

Associate/Bachelor in Business/Construction (preferred)

Tools

SAP

Microsoft Office

Job description

Looking to build your career and design your future? You have come to the right place.SummaryThe Sales Support Associate is responsible for generating bids using material cost sheets, scopes of work, and market strategies. This role works collaboratively with both internal and external stakeholders to ensure accurate pricing, consistent documentation, and effective execution of the company’s sales growth strategy. The Sales Support Associate plays a key role in maintaining product programs, preparing bids, and supporting sales operations for flooring, countertops, wall tile, and window coverings while serving as a resource for sales teams and supporting ongoing process improvement and training initiatives.Essential FunctionsBid & Pricing SupportGenerate bids using material cost sheets, scopes of work, and market strategies.Create custom quotes for models, residential construction, non-standard options, and special projects.Perform cost and margin analysis for product categories.Compile standard and optional upgrade collateral per builder specifications.Program & Product ManagementMaintain client programs for Flooring, Countertops, Window Coverings, and Wall Tile.Develop and maintain wall tile designs in accordance with client requirements.Maintain Client SharePoint portals and product inventory for assigned accounts.Configure proprietary design tools to quote customers in the design center.Systems & DocumentationCreate community kickoff documentation, ZBIDs, and floor plans in SAP.Create and maintain all related support documents for assigned product categories.Build and maintain digital forms for Design Studio Associates and clients.Utilize analytical, word processing, architectural, PDF, and publishing software for daily operations.Collaboration & Customer SupportBuild strong working relationships with Account Managers and client contacts.Work collaboratively in a team environment, assisting peers during peak workload periods.Participate in customer-facing interactions as required.Training & Subject Matter ExpertiseAssist with the training and onboarding of new team members.Serve as a subject matter expert (SME) in Sales Support processes and systems.Develop and deliver training programs and standard operating procedures (SOPs) for new and existing staff.Mentor team members, supporting skill development and process consistency.Perform other duties as assigned.Education & ExperienceRequiredHigh school diploma or GED required.Minimum 1–3 years of applicable job experience preferred.PreferredAssociate’s or Bachelor’s Degree in Business, Construction Management, or a related field.Residential construction industry experience preferred.Experience with SAP (Systems, Applications, and Products) for material resource planning and production control.Skills & CompetenciesRequiredStrong written and verbal communication skills.Excellent interpersonal skills to build and maintain professional relationships with builders, vendors, and internal teams.Ability to communicate effectively and courteously with customers and colleagues.Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to identify and resolve issues proactively.Sound judgment and decision-making skills; includes appropriate stakeholders in decision processes.Highly organized with the ability to manage tracking systems and maintain accurate records.Proficiency in internet navigation, spreadsheets, word processing, and order processing systems.Proficiency in Microsoft Office, especially Excel (pivot tables, lookups, data analysis).Ability to work independently and exercise good judgment to deliver accurate results.Strong organizational skills and attention to detail with the ability to manage multiple priorities.Excellent verbal, presentation, and written communication skills; ability to clearly document complex processes.Strong interpersonal and teamwork skills with flexibility to collaborate across all organizational levels.PreferredBilingual (English/Spanish) preferred but not required.Thorough knowledge of all available company products and installation processes.Experience with industry or builder programs.Physical RequirementsAbility to sit for extended periods and operate standard office equipment, including computers and keyboards.Work EnvironmentWork performed primarily in an office environment with regular collaboration across teams and departments.Pay range: $24-$26/hour plus benefitsIf you like working with a growing close knit team and helping home owners design the home of their dreams, come build your career with us!All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, individual with disabilities, veteran status, gender identity or national origin.