Strategic Inside Sales & Account Growth

Knowles Corporation; Itasca (IL); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Knowles Corporation is seeking an Inside Sales Representative to develop and maintain relationships with existing and prospective customers. The role supports the Knowles Sales team, Customer Service, Product Management, and Sales by driving revenue growth and managing the sales cycle.

You will engage in RFQs, pricing discussions, and design registrations while collaborating with Regional Sales Managers to grow market share.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years of experience in inside sales, customer support, account management, or a related commercial role.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Data-driven mindset with the ability to analyze information and make sound business decisions.
• Excellent organizational and time-management skills.
• Results-oriented with a proactive approach to problem-solving and customer engagement.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office.
• Fluency in English required.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain strong relationships with existing and prospective customers.
• Facilitate pre-sales activities including RFQs, sample requests, and other customer requirements.
• Partner with Regional Sales Managers to secure approved pricing aligned with customer and business strategies.
• Nurture sales opportunities and leads through regular customer engagement to drive revenue growth.
• Assist with purchase order verification, pricing discrepancies, and credit/debit transaction resolution.
• Serve as a primary point of contact for assigned accounts and respond to RFQs and inquiries.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to resolve customer issues in a timely manner.
• Support forecasting, pipeline management, and demand planning initiatives.
• Travel to customer sites, manufacturing locations, and distributor offices as needed.

Skills

Communication

Time management

Analytical thinking

Proactive problem solving

Fluency in English

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Knowles Corporation is seeking an Inside Sales Representative to develop and maintain relationships with existing and prospective customers. The role supports the Knowles Sales team, Customer Service, Product Management, and Sales by driving revenue growth and managing the sales cycle.

You will engage in RFQs, pricing discussions, and design registrations while collaborating with Regional Sales Managers to grow market share.