2547 Oscar Johnson Drive, North Charleston, SC
Employment Type: Full-time
Contract Type: US - Full Time
Job Family: Sales
Experience Level (for career site): Early Professional
Company Description
Rexel USA is one of the largest distributors of electrical products, data communication, wireless communication and related supplies in the United States. Rexel USA operates its electrical distribution business in the United States through eight Regions that go to market under various banner and trade names, including Rexel, Rexel Automation, Gexpro, Mayer, Talley and Platt Electric Supply. In addition to an online store, Rexel USA has a distribution network of over 460 warehouse storefront locations throughout the U.S.
Job Description
We are looking for a Inside Sales Representative to join our Mayer Team in Charleston, SC!
Summary:
The Inside Sales Representative is responsible for the proactive inside telephone or email sales and marketing efforts with the objective of increased profitable sales. Main duties include establishing and maintaining customer relationships, processing quotes and orders for customers, pursuing product and application knowledge, and prospecting for additional organic growth from existing customer base.
What You'll Do:
Process telephone orders by quoting product prices, delivery specifications, and payment terms and by offering substitute products where appropriate
Assist outside sales personnel by processing priority transactions
Utilize company digital tools to sell, market, promote, demonstrate products, answer technical questions, and increase business through product sales to new customers and through additional sales to existing customers
Prospect for new accounts within a specified geographical territory
Manage a defined customer base and establish and maintain customer relationships
Learn and evaluate customer operations to aid in identifying customer objectives, requirements, and preferences. Close orders and resolve customer issues promptly using root-cause analysis
Process product quotations/proposals and provide continuous follow up throughout the completion of the customer's purchasing cycle
Gather and report to management information regarding the company, competitors, pricing, products, and current and future market trends
Participate in product meetings, product and process seminars and product training to enhance and maintain personal and product knowledge
Pursue product applications utilizing personal knowledge, internal specialists or other internal resources, vendor representatives and other available sources
May be required to perform other job functions within a branch when required including but not limited to counter sales, preparing and filling orders and/or receiving, stocking, staging, and shipping material, and maintaining branch equipment
Other duties as assigned
Job Duties Disclaimer:
The information contained in this job description is intended to describe the essential job functions required of those assigned to this job. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, knowledge, skills, and abilities needed to perform the job. Please note that management retains the right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time. The ability to competently perform all the essential duties of the position, with or without reasonable accommodation, demonstrate commitment to effective customer service delivery, integrity, and the ability to work productively as a member of a team or work group are basic requirements of all positions at Rexel USA.
Qualifications
What You'll Need
2+ years of customer service, sales, or electrical distribution experience
High School or GED - Required
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
Ability to handle basic/intermediate issues and problems
Basic/intermediate product and application knowledge essential
Ability to exhibit a positive, friendly, and helpful attitude with customers and to be sensitive to their needs
Customer oriented and motivated with excellent communication, presentation, organization, and problem-solving skills
Ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks and deadlines
Excellent negotiation skills, interpersonal skills, and ability to drive decisions with influence
Highly self-motivated
Familiar with Microsoft Office as well as relevant ERP systems and Customer Relation Management Tools (CRM)
Ability to work overtime as needed
Additional Information
Physical Demands:
Sit: Must be able to remain in a stationary position - Constantly - at least 51%
Walk: Must be able to move about inside/outside office or work location - Frequently - 21% to 50%
Use hands to finger, handle, or feel: Operates a computer and other office machinery - Constantly - at least 51%
Stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl: Must be able to crouch down to stock shelves, pick up boxes, or position oneself to maintain computers in the lab/under desks/in server closet - Occasionally - up to 20%
Climb or balance: Must be able to ascend/descend on a ladder, forklift, pallet jack, or other warehouse equipment - Occasionally - up to 20%
Talk, hear, taste, smell: Must be able to use senses to effectively communicate with co-workers and clients and detect hazardous conditions - Occasionally - up to 20%
Weight and Force Demands:
Up to 10 pounds - Frequently - 21% to 50%
Up to 25 pounds - Frequently - 21% to 50%
Up to 50 pounds - Occasionally - up to 20%
Working Environment:
Exposed to unpleasant or disagreeable physical environment such as high noise level and/or exposure to heat and cold - Occasionally - up to 20%
Handles or works with potentially dangerous equipment - Occasionally - up to 20%
Travels to offsite locations - Occasionally - up to 20%
Rexel USA (A VEVRAA Federal Contractor), and its affiliated companies, is an EEO/Disabled/Veterans employer. All qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to any characteristics protected by law.
Our Benefits Include:
Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
Life Insurance
Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Insurance
401K with Employer Match
Paid vacation and sick time
Paid company holidays plus flexible personal days per year
Tuition Reimbursement
Health & Wellness Programs
Flexible Spending Accounts
HSA Accounts
Commuter Transit Benefits
Additional Optional Insurance such as Pet Insurance, Legal Assistance, Critical Illness, Home and Auto Insurance to name a few.
Employee Discount Programs
Professional Training & Development Programs
Career Advancement Opportunities - We like to promote from within
Our goal is to create a workplace where everyone feels respected, valued, and empowered to succeed as we understand that our success and innovation is enhanced by an inclusive and diverse workforce.
Rexel USA (A VEVRAA Federal Contractor), and its affiliated companies, is an EEO/Disabled/Veterans employer. All qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to any characteristics protected by law.
