Inside Sales Representative - Louisville, KY

Piedmont Plastics • Louisville, KY

4d • Onsite

About The Position

Piedmont Plastics is the leading independent and privately held distributor of performance plastics in North America. Our products are used in industrial markets such as OEMs, food processing, aerospace, semiconductor/electronic, oil and gas, transportation, marine, POP, and sign and graphics. Since 1968, Piedmont has grown to over 50 locations across North America, employing over 650 individuals. The company culture is focused on maintaining an enjoyable, open, and supportive atmosphere, demonstrating integrity, and providing employees the ability to thrive in a growth-oriented environment. Piedmont Plastics is dedicated to being best-in-class in the distribution of performance plastics, satisfying customers with expert product knowledge and a solutions-focused mentality. We are currently hiring for an Inside Sales Representative to help us grow our business in the Louisville, KY metro area. This role promotes and sells the company’s products and services to existing and prospective customers by sharing product and application knowledge to build strong and trustworthy relationships.

Requirements

• At least 2 years of sales experience with a significant track record of obtaining and exceeding sales goals
• A combination of comparable education and sales experience
• Strong math skills
• Outstanding customer focus
• A positive attitude and are a team player

Nice To Haves

• A two or four-year college or university degree (preferred not required)
• Inside sales experience in plastic, industrial or distribution sales preferred, but not required

Responsibilities

• Develop new accounts through proactive outcalls, prospecting, networking, and referrals
• Provide sales support to existing accounts and obtain new orders to grow market share
• Expand the customer base
• Maintain and enhance product knowledge, applications and technical expertise within the performance plastics industry
• Follow-up on leads from a variety of sources
• Conduct proactive outgoing sales calls (customer touches)
• Contribute to the team effort of the branch

Benefits

• Industry leading wages (base plus monthly commissions)
• A chance to work in a growing industry with opportunity to succeed in sales
• Full suite of generous employee benefits including medical, dental, and life coverage
• Paid time-off
• Employer matching 401(k) plan
• Generous paid time-off

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree