Job Description
Job Description
Salary Range : $26.44 with quarterly bonus
THE COMPANY
In business since 1969, Interport modifies and sells new and used shipping containers, serving customers throughout the Northeastern U.S. Established in 2004, Interport Secure Parking operates 24 / 7 / 365 secure facilities in Newark, NJ and Savannah, GA where local and regional intermodal drayage truckers park and store loaded and empty import and export containers being transported for global cargo owners, ocean carriers, and third-party logistics providers. Interport proudly employs and empowers a diverse team of exceptional individuals committed to providing our customers superior products, services, and solutions.
THE POSITION
The Inside Sales Associate is responsible for driving sales of Interport’s container-based portable storage products and services. The role carries out the full inside sales process – from responding to inquiries and generating proposals to closing deals – while maintaining excellent customer service and supporting administrative sales functions. The ideal candidate is highly organized, motivated, and thrives in a customer-focused environment.
MAJOR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Sell and respond to web-generated quotes, inbound calls, and walk-in business inquiries
- Proactively solicit and maintain contact with prospective customers
- Conduct follow-up phone calls to ensure timely engagement and conversation with customers
- Handle the entire sales cycle from proposal to close
- Consistently meet or exceed sales quotas
- Greet and assist walk-in customers with product and service information
- Collaborate with Sales, Marketing, and the Modification Shop teams to understand products & services and deliver effective solutions
- Participate in product and services training to stay up to date on technical features
- Maintain a detailed record of activity, customer interactions, and account status in CRM system
- Assist with additional projects as needed
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
High school diploma or equivalentMinimum two years’ work experience, preferably in a sales environmentStrong verbal, written and telephone communication skillsHigh integrity, professionalism, and discretionStrong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple prioritiesProficiency in Microsoft Office and Customer Relationship Management softwareFamiliarity with web-based applications and internet researchAbility to work independently with minimum supervisionWillingness to work in office 4 days per week with 1 remote day (after 6 months of employment with satisfactory performance)Ability to travelPREFERRED / PLUS
Experience with Microsoft Office applicationsAssociate’s degreeExperience in intermodal or portable storage industriesERP systems experience(e.g., NetSuite)Bilingual in English / SpanishPERSONAL ATTRIBUTES THAT HELP MAKE AN INDIVIDUAL SUCCESSFUL IN THIS ROLE
Strong customer service and relationship-building skillsPositive, team-oriented attitudeDependable and punctualGood Time management and multitasking abilitiesFlexibility and resilience under pressureWORK ENVIRONMENT
Primarily office-basedOccasional exposure to outdoor conditions (hot / cold weather, noise) when interacting with customers while showing containersPHYSICAL DEMANDS
Position may at times require standing for long periods of time and requires the ability to lift 50 poundsPOSITION TYPE / EXPECTED HOURS OF WORK
This is a full-time position and the hours of work are between 8 : 00 AM and 4 : 30 PM weekdays. Plus overtime as requiredOTHER DUTIES
Please note that this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive list of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
WE OFFER
A base hourly wage commensurate with your qualifications, paid weeklyParticipation in our 401(k) retirement savings planPerformance-based variable compensation and a discretionary bonus programComprehensive health benefitsPaid Time Off (vacation / sick time) and holiday payPowered by JazzHR
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