Now Hiring - Class C Components / Industrial Distributor - Inside Sales Representative in Ramsey, MN

Full description of the position

Inside Sales Representative

Class C Components is an industrial distributor of fasteners, abrasives, adhesives, electrical, Safety, MRO, Janitorial and Shipping products. Additional services include: an on-site fastener parts kitting department. Experts in the development and implementation of Vendor Managed Inventory programs for OEM and sub-contract manufacturers.

Purpose of Position

The purpose of the Inside Sales position is to source, generate, enter customer orders, negotiate, purchase products and ensure customer satisfaction.

Specific Job Responsibilities

Maintain effective relationships with suppliers and customers. Promote and maintain the image and reputation of Class C Components. Ensuring customer satisfaction, resolving problems and complaints quickly.

Sales Responsibilities: Responsible for meeting or exceeding company sales and gross profit objectives, developing sales of assigned products, regularly contacting assigned accounts to generate sales of all product lines, sourcing new products for new and existing accounts, and providing customer service including order entry, expediting, follow-up, and other tasks as required. Work with Class C Component’s Outside Sales personnel in the sale of all product lines. Develop quotations for customers within corporate profit objectives and guidelines.

Purchasing Responsibilities: Negotiate price, purchase products and maintain competitive pricing. Keep in-house records accurate and up to date. Provide accurate, timely documentation of expenses, account activities, and other information as requested. Inform the Warehouse Manager of in-house inventory discrepancies and unusually large orders and other customer special requirements. Other work related duties as assigned by supervisor or designate.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Candidate must have experience with MSOffice / Excel / Word.
• Qualified candidates must work well in a team office environment.
• Two years minimum Inside Sales experience is preferred with a consistent track record working with Outside Sales and managing accounts with a team approach.
• Experience in generating new and maintaining existing business.
• Demonstrated ability to consistently meet deadlines.
• Demonstrated ability to develop and maintain strong customer relationship by providing high customer satisfaction with superior service.
• Requires an enthusiastic and confident communicator. Excellent verbal, written communication and active listening skills required.
• Demonstrated ability to anticipate and solve customer issues with a sense of urgency.
• Demonstrated ability to follow through, manage multiple accounts and provide sales support.
• Self-starter, self-motivated and consistent performer at a high level.
• Thrive in a fast-paced work environment while maintaining a positive attitude.
• Experience in negotiating and quoting products including fasteners from a variety of suppliers.
• Associates or Bachelor degree is preferred.
• References required

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Supplemental pay types:

• Bonus pay
• Commission pay

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Preferred)

Work Location: One location