Inside Sales

Position Purpose:

We're looking for an Inside Sales Representative with experience answering phones, writing up customer orders, and processing cash and credit card transactions. Our organization is seeking an individual who is honest, well-spoken, a good listener and comfortable dealing with high volume. Where the ideal candidate is punctual, detail oriented and a good problem solver.

Key Responsibilities:

• Taking orders at the sales counter and over the phone.
• Building relationships with customers.
• Ability to use company computer system to enter orders.
• Complete sales orders and tender cash sales.
• Develop product knowledge to assist customers with purchases.
• Collaborate with Outside Sales Reps and Sales Managers to determine necessary strategic sales approaches.
• Overcome objections of prospective customers.
• Emphasize product/service features and benefits, quote prices, discuss credit terms, and prepare sales order forms and/or reports.

Direct Manager/Direct Reports:

• Reports to Sales Supervisor, Sales Manager, Customer Service Supervisor, and Branch Manager

Physical Requirements:

• Must be able to remain in stationary position in an office environment: 50%
• Will frequently move about inside the office to access files, office machinery, etc.
• Must be able to operate basic office machinery.
• Must be able to communicate with team and management and be able to exchange accurate information in these situations.
• Constantly working in office environment.

Working Conditions:

• Office, Sales Counter

Minimum Qualifications:

• Must be a team player, demonstrate attention to detail and have good organizational skills.

Preferred Qualifications:

Minimum Education:

High school diploma or GED required

Preferred Education:

4 year degree preferred

Minimum Years of Work Experience:

Certifications:

Competencies:

• Strategic Thinking: Ability to develop and execute strategies that align with corporate goals, drive growth, and address market trends and customer needs.
• Analytical Capability: Possess strong analytical skills to evaluate sales metrics, market data, and research findings, providing insightful analysis that informs strategic decision-making and enhances sales processes.
• Customer Relationship Management: Develop and nurture strong customer relationships, understanding their needs to deliver tailored solutions that drive sales growth and customer satisfaction.
• Collaborative Teamwork: Engage effectively with team members to achieve shared goals, contributing your skills and insights to drive collective success in sales initiatives.
• Negotiation Skills: Advanced skills in negotiating favorable terms with suppliers to enhance product offerings and cost efficiencies.
• Communication Excellence: Strong ability to prepare and deliver clear, compelling presentations and reports to senior leadership and cross-functional teams.
• Project Management: Competence in managing multiple initiatives concurrently, with a focus on delivering results efficiently and on time.
• Organizational and Time Management Skills: Demonstrate effective organization and time management abilities to prioritize tasks and optimize productivity in a dynamic work environment.
• Adaptability and Problem-Solving: Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment, manage multiple priorities, and devise innovative solutions to overcome challenges, enhancing overall team effectiveness.
• Communication Proficiency: Demonstrate exceptional verbal and written communication skills to effectively interact with clients, internal teams, and stakeholders, ensuring clear understanding and facilitation of objectives.
• Customer Focus: Maintain a customer-centric approach by understanding client needs, fostering relationships, and ensuring a high level of service that contributes to client satisfaction and loyalty.
• Technical Aptitude and Digital Literacy: Show proficiency in leveraging digital tools and computer applications to enhance sales strategies and improve customer engagement and satisfaction.

Work Location:

GMS West / Northwest territories

Remote/Virtual, hybrid or in-office: In Office