Inside Sales Representative
Nesco Resource is in search of an Inside Sales Representative to work for one of our clients based in Danbury, CT. Seeking a technically oriented team player with a customer-focused mindset to support sales processes and strengthen internal application support.
Job Responsibilities :
- Respond to inquiries from customers, manufacturer's representatives, distributors, and agents including :
- Monitoring CRM and email for inquiries
- Request for quotation
- Pricing
- Technical product information
- Application recommendations and product selection
- Request for literature and / or samples
- Sales lead processing :
- Follow-up sales leads promptly (within hours)
- Assist in the distribution of sales leads and inquiries to sales team
- Using CRM (HubSpot) contact database to capture leads and lead responses as appropriate
- Maintain contact database in CRM :
- Enter and update customer contacts
- Attach correspondence to contact records where appropriate
- Enter and update sales opportunities where appropriate
- Proactive customer contact :
- Follow-up on quotes issued
- Initiate conversations with dormant customers
Support : - External :
- Technical support for customers, reps, agents, and distributors
- Organize the distribution of sales samples and literature as required
- Internal :
- Assist Sales Manager in the preparation of reports including recording and sorting orders, key accounts, new customers, and other key process indicators to assist in analyzing and forecasting the business.
- Assist Sales Manager with collecting and quantifying customer opportunities for forecasting purposes.
- Work the company booth at tradeshows as necessary including set-up, tear-down, direct prospect / customer interaction, and lead processing.
- Assist Sales Manager with establishing key account pricing structures
- Assist Marketing with the preparation of datasheets by advising product performance specifications
- Assist Marketing with pricing information as required
Knowledge :
Technical and commercial knowledge of company product families including :Specifications, pricing and discount structureApplicationsProduct features and selectionCompetitive products and technologyAdvantages of company productsPart number schemesFundamental troubleshootingRelated internal processes :Quote generation and follow-upSales lead processingContact database maintenanceSkills :
Proficient in the use of computers, software, and business machines including :Microsoft Office products with emphasis on Excel and PowerPointCRM (HubSpot is a positive)Basic office equipment such as : telephone, fax, copier, scannerBusiness writing :Compose thoughts and ideas clearly and concisely, using proper grammar, punctuation, and spellingAbility :
Effective in communication and negotiation :Listen to customers and representatives to understand their requirementsEffectively communicating technical and commercial ideas to a diverse audienceInfluence customers to choose company solutions for appropriate applicationsTake an organized approach to ensure a timely, accurate response to inquiriesBalance both the needs of the business and the needs of the customerResolve conflict when necessaryArticulate complex ideas clearly and concisely using both written and verbal formatsBehavior :
Professional Conduct :Adhere to company policy manualCourteous and respectful to others and their opinionsAccept constructive criticismSuggest improvements / solutionsInspire othersBe resourceful, overcome obstaclesTake the initiativeBe open-mindedBe honest in your actions and communicationsAdditional Information :
Direct hire with benefits1st shift, Monday Friday, 8 : 30am 5pmA passionate, entrepreneurial culture where your ideas matterNesco Resource provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.