Inside Sales Representative

Boise Cascade • Yakima, WA

18d

About The Position

Boise Cascade is hiring an Inside Sales Representative to initiate sales, take orders, and anticipate and meet customer needs. The role includes managing assigned products, supporting customers and sales staff, coordinating inventory and deliveries, and assisting with marketing and product research. The position is based in an office environment with minimal physical exertion. The company describes its associate experience as people-centered and rooted in its Core Values, with an emphasis on a respectful workplace where employees feel seen, heard, and valued.

Requirements

• College degree or equivalent work experience in a related job function.

Nice To Haves

• Knowledge of building products.
• Ability to understand and apply mathematical calculations and concepts involving fractions, decimals, and percentages.
• Effective communication skills.
• Ability to work independently or with teams or groups.
• Knowledge of office equipment, such as PCs, calculators, and computer software.

Responsibilities

• Initiate sales, take orders, and anticipate and meet customer needs.
• Manage assigned products, including selecting vendors, purchasing, pricing, monitoring inventory, and promoting products.
• Contact customers about market fluctuations and trends.
• Initiate customer inquiries, sales, and promotions for product needs.
• Coordinate and maximize customer inventory.
• Communicate customer service requirements to the location’s customer service representatives.
• Coordinate customer deliveries with shipping personnel.
• At some locations, perform freight or trucking specialist responsibilities.
• Contact vendors as necessary about products in response to customer questions or concerns.
• Assist outside sales staff and product managers.
• Assist in developing and executing marketing programs, promotions, and new product research.
• Provide a lead role to sales support staff.
• Demonstrate commitment to safety, quality, environmental awareness, and continuous process improvement.
• Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

Benefits

• Medical and prescription drug coverage
• Dental and vision coverage
• Flexible Spending Accounts for healthcare and dependent care
• 401(k) retirement savings with company contribution
• Paid Time Off (20 days per year)
• Paid holidays (10 per year)
• Paid parental leave (6 weeks)
• Life insurance

What This Job Offers

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