New Job Opportunity: Inside Sales Representative – 8077
New Job Opportunity: Inside Sales Representative – Belmont, NC
Contact: Carl Schumacher Ref: 8077
Summary:
The Inside Sales Representative serves as the internal engine of the sales organization, providing critical support to the Regional Sales Managers (RSMs) and acting as a primary point of contact for customers. This role oversees the end-to-end order lifecycle, from initial inquiry and quoting to final delivery coordination, ensuring a seamless experience for our partners in the telecommunications and fiber optic industries.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
Sales & Regional Support
Partner closely with Regional Sales Managers (RSMs) to manage territory-specific accounts and assist in achieving regional revenue targets.
Prepare and issue professional quotes, proposals, and pricing agreements in alignment with company margin guidelines.
Conduct regular follow-ups on open quotes to increase conversion rates and gather market intelligence.
Assist in the onboarding of new customers, ensuring all administrative and credit requirements are met.
Customer Relationship Management
Act as a dedicated internal resource for key customers, providing timely updates on product availability, lead times, and order status.
Resolve customer issues or discrepancies related to orders, billing, or shipping with a high degree of professionalism and urgency.
Identify opportunities for upselling or cross-selling the company’s comprehensive “System Solutions” (fiber, duct, and connectivity).
Operations & Order Management
Oversee the accuracy of sales orders within the ERP system, ensuring all technical specifications and shipping requirements are correct.
Coordinate with Supply Chain, Production, and Logistics teams to monitor inventory levels and prioritize urgent customer requirements.
Proactively communicate potential delays to the RSMs and customers, offering alternative solutions when necessary.
Reporting & Strategy
Maintain accurate data in the CRM (HubSpot) to ensure sales pipelines and customer interactions are up to date.
Generate weekly and monthly sales reports for leadership, highlighting order trends, regional performance, and customer feedback.
Assist the Head of Strategy in identifying market trends and competitive pricing shifts based on daily customer interactions.
Other duties as assigned by management.
Requirements and Qualifications:
Order Management working in ERP systems
Strong decision-making skills
Process Improvement
Excels with a strong team-oriented approach, collaborating cross-functionally with sales, operations, logistics, and internal teams to drive alignment and efficiency.
Must be able to travel as needed for collaborations and events – up to 10%.
Demonstrate Company Core Values: Team Player, Dedicated & Driven, People Centric, Passionate, Open & Honest.
Education and Experience:
High School Diploma/GED
Three (3) to five (5) years of Customer Service experience
Skills Desired:
Microsoft proficiency (Outlook, Excel, Word).
Excellent communication skills (email, verbal, group).
Product Knowledge – ability to learn and develop a deep understanding of the company products.