Inside Sales Representative - Addison (Western Chicago Suburb)
About The Position
Sunrise Electric, a brand of Viking Electric, is seeking an Inside Sales Representative for their Addison, IL location. This is a full-time position with Monday-Friday daytime hours. The role involves being a business partner for an assigned account package, collaborating with Key Account Managers or Field Account Managers to grow volume and profitability by promoting Sunrise Electric's products and service offerings. Viking Electric provides electrical products and services to contractors and operates throughout the Midwest as part of the Sonepar group, a global electrical distributor. The company emphasizes a supportive culture, diverse perspectives, and opportunities for career growth.
Requirements
- High school diploma or GED equivalent
- Strong communication skills, both written and verbal
- Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite with the ability to learn new technology.
- Attention to detail with developed organizational skills.
- Willingness to learn about our products through on-the-job training
- Must be authorized to work in the United States without VISA sponsorship now or in the future
- Minimum 1 year at the Counter Sales or equivalent experience with electrical products
Responsibilities
- Prepare and proactively follow up on quotes and sales opportunities to secure orders.
- Negotiate job pricing with vendors to close opportunities.
- Source products in an efficient manner.
- Proactively solicit new business from assigned accounts.
- Maintain a thorough knowledge of, and actively promote, Sunrise Electric’s services, solutions, and product offerings, particularly with digital solutions.
- Serve as a business partner with the Field Account Manager and/or Key Account Managers to develop and execute growth strategies for assigned accounts.
- Coordinate with Customer Service Representatives to process customer orders accurately and efficiently.
- Share customer information/preferences for consistent customer service.
- Delegate tasks when possible.
- Support the efforts of other sales associates to create a cooperative team approach to customer service.
- Maximize sales and profitability by understanding the marketplace and competition.
- Assist with pricing strategy and make price rule modifications as needed.
- Maintain an electronic file system for all customer-related information and past conversations (quotations, special pricing, purchase orders, product information, etc.) to quickly recall the relevant details needed to close order.
Benefits
- Healthcare plans
- Dental & vision
- Paid time off
- Paid parental leave
- 401(k) retirement savings with company match
- Professional and personal development programs
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Opportunity to become a shareholder
- Employer-paid short- and long-term disability
- Employer-paid life insurance for spouse and dependents
- Robust wellness program
- Gym reimbursement
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
