Inside Sales Representative

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Description

Summary:

The Inside Sales Representative plays a crucial role in supporting our purpose of creating lasting value for those we serve by servicing our customer's needs. The position is responsible for the sale of our products and services to business and construction and contractor establishments or individuals over the telephone and in the office. The successful candidate will work closely with our account managers and sales support team to develop and deliver customer services that promote and support our products. The Inside Sales Representative promote our culture, our 5 P's and our purpose to create lasting value for those we serve.

Key Responsibilities & Essential Functions:

Service the construction/contractor establishment and/or the original equipment manufacturer customers by providing projects or information on products or services

Manage both inbound and outbound sales communication both internally and externally

Assist customers with product selection and application

Emphasize salable features, quote prices and credit terms, prepare sales orders for orders obtained

Provide customers with accurate stock and delivery information

Provide feedback on adequate stock levels

Establish, build and maintain excellent customer relationships

Review and analyze reports of business transactions

Provide sales data for new and existing customers for database entry

Work closely with Outside Sales to keep account activities and literature up to date

Responsible for oversight of sales of products to include purchasing from vendors, resolve customer problems, ensure delivery of order, etc.

Requirements

Critical Success Factors:

Excellent customer orientation

Ability to negotiate effectively at a high level and build strong relationships with customers, vendors and suppliers

Drive for continuous improvement

Strong troubleshooting and problem solving skills

Self motivated

Ability to multi-task and juggle multiple priorities with strict deadlines

Ability to analyze, identify & then follow up to resolve discrepancies

Detailed-Oriented

Strong work ethic with a positive attitude

Job Requirements/Specifications:

Minimum 2 year degree or equivalent experience required

Previous experience in customer service required

Microsoft Excel skills are essential

Knowledge of Eclipse preferred

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills via phone, email and in person are required

Knowledge and experience with Allen Bradley/Rockwell Automation part and distribution is preferred

Proven negotiation skills required

Work Environment & Physical Demands

Consistently sitting, working with hands & fingers, talking, hearing, vision acuity near, works alone, customer contact, works indoors

Frequently vision acuity far, field of vision, color vision

Sometimes standing, depth perception, vision adjustment, works with others

Occasionally walking, lifting, carrying, reaching

Equal Opportunity Employer, including Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities

Several factors are considered in making compensation decisions at Van Meter; including but not limited to education, skill sets, work experience and training, and other business and organizational needs. Please note that compensation may be below the lower end of the range when the minimum requirements of the role are not met and the higher end is reserved for candidates with extensive experience and qualifications that exceed the requirements of the role.

Salary Description

$22.00-$25.00

Van Meter is an EOE/M/W/Vets/Disability Employer

Minimum Education Required

Associate Degree

Minimum Experience Required

2 - 20 years

Shift

First (Day)

Number of Openings

1

Public Transportation Accessible

Yes

Veterans Encouraged to Apply

No

Physical Required

Yes

Drug Test Required

Yes

Compensation

$22.00 - $25.00 / Hourly

Postal Code

55016

Job Type

Full Time

Place of Work

On-site

Requisition ID

4432361

Job Benefits

Not specified