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Inside Sales Support & CRM Specialist - Sales Planning

Inside Sales Support & CRM Specialist - Sales Planning

Staffmark GroupElk Grove Village, IL, United States
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Job Title : Inside Sales Support & CRM Specialist - Sales Planning

Location : Elk Grove Village, IL On-site

Classification : Full-Time, Direct Hire

Work Schedules : 8am - 5pm

Position Overview

A global industrial equipment manufacturer is seeking an experienced Inside Sales Support & CRM Specialist who excels at building customer relationships through strategic use of CRM data and insights. This role is central to sales operations, combining direct customer engagement with analytical lead management and sales planning support.

In this position, you'll leverage your CRM expertise to identify opportunities, qualify leads, nurture customer relationships, and provide data-driven recommendations to the sales team. As you develop deep knowledge of products and customer base, you'll expand into analyzing customer purchase data (POS reports) to forecast trends and support strategic sales initiatives.

This role is ideal for someone who :

  • Thrives on using CRM systems to uncover customer insights and drive action
  • Enjoys building relationships through consultative, solution-oriented communication
  • Sees patterns in customer behavior and knows how to leverage them
  • Wants to grow from tactical customer engagement into strategic sales planning

Key Responsibilities

Customer Relationship Management & Inside Sales Support (Primary Focus)

  • Serve as primary contact for customer inquiries via phone, email, and web channels, providing timely and professional responses
  • Manage and maintain the CRM system (Salesforce / HubSpot), ensuring accurate customer records, interaction history, and opportunity tracking
  • Analyze customer interaction history and purchase patterns within CRM to identify upsell / cross-sell opportunities and predict customer needs
  • Develop and qualify new sales leads from inbound sources including email inquiries, website forms, and online store orders
  • Build and segment lead lists based on customer profile, purchase history, and engagement patterns for targeted outreach campaigns
  • Prioritize daily outreach activities by analyzing lead scoring, customer lifecycle stage, and account potential
  • Collaborate with field sales team to provide account insights, schedule appointments, and coordinate follow-up activities
  • Support customers through the sales cycle by preparing quotes, product recommendations, and technical information
  • Sales Planning & Data Analysis (Expanding Responsibility)

  • Work with sales leadership to review and analyze Point-of-Sale (POS) reports provided by key distribution partners
  • Identify sales trends, inventory patterns, and market opportunities from customer purchase data
  • Generate reports and insights to support sales forecasting and strategic planning
  • Create presentations highlighting market trends, customer buying patterns, and growth opportunities
  • Assist in developing data-driven sales strategies and customer segmentation approaches
  • Support continuous improvement of CRM processes, reporting dashboards, and sales workflows
  • Required Qualifications

    Experience :

  • 3+ years of experience in inside sales, sales development (SDR / BDR), sales operations, or customer-facing sales support roles
  • Proven hands-on experience using CRM platforms (Salesforce, HubSpot, Zoho, or similar) for lead management, opportunity tracking, and customer analysis
  • Demonstrated ability to analyze customer data within CRM to segment accounts, prioritize leads, and identify sales opportunities
  • Experience building and managing lead lists for targeted outreach and pipeline development
  • Strong track record of building customer relationships through phone, email, and digital channels
  • Skills :

  • Excellent communication and relationship-building skills with ability to understand customer needs and provide solutions
  • Strong analytical thinking - ability to identify patterns in customer behavior, purchase history, and market trends
  • Proficiency in Excel for data organization, reporting, and analysis (pivot tables, formulas, data manipulation)
  • Highly organized with exceptional attention to detail and ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously
  • Self-motivated learner who can quickly absorb technical product knowledge
  • Collaborative team player who works effectively with sales, operations, and management
  • Education :

  • Bachelor's degree in Business, Marketing, or related field preferred (or equivalent combination of education and experience)
  • Preferred Qualifications (Not Required)

  • Experience in B2B industrial, manufacturing, distribution, or technical products environment
  • Familiarity with pneumatics, automation, machinery, or industrial components
  • Background in analyzing customer sales data or POS reports from distribution partners
  • Bilingual capabilities (especially Japanese / English)
  • Experience with sales forecasting or demand planning
  • Certifications in CRM platforms (Salesforce Administrator, HubSpot Sales Software, etc.)
  • What Success Looks Like in This Role

    First 90 Days :

  • Master the CRM system and develop comprehensive understanding of the customer base
  • Build strong relationships with key customers and internal sales team members
  • Develop working knowledge of core product lines and customer applications
  • Establish efficient lead qualification and outreach processes
  • 6-12 Months :

  • Consistently identify and develop qualified sales opportunities through strategic CRM analysis
  • Provide actionable customer insights that drive sales team effectiveness
  • Begin analyzing customer POS data to identify trends and forecast opportunities
  • Contribute to sales planning discussions with data-driven recommendations
  • Benefits :

  • Opportunity to gain valuable experience in accounting and general administration.
  • Supportive and collaborative work environment.
  • Potential for career growth and advancement within the organization.
  • Competitive compensation.
  • Health Insurance
  • Life Insurance
  • AD&D
  • Long and Short-term Disability
  • Dental
  • 401K with match
  • Bonus
  • The Illinois pay transparency law requires employers to include a good-faith estimate of the pay scale and benefits in any job posting.

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    About Staffmark

    Staffmark is committed to providing equal employment opportunity for all persons regardless of race, color, religion (including religious dress and grooming practices), sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, age, marital status, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, pregnancy, medical condition, genetic information, mental and physical disability, political affiliation, union membership, status as a parent, military or veteran status or other non-merit based factors. We will provide reasonable accommodations throughout the application, interviewing and employment process. If you require a reasonable accommodation, contact your local branch. Staffmark is an E-Verify employer. This policy is applicable to all phases of the employment relationship, including hiring, transfers, promotions, training, terminations, working conditions, compensation, benefits, and other terms and conditions of employment.

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