Inside Sales Specialist

LBM Advantage•Kentwood, MI

1h•Remote

About The Position

We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Inside Sales Specialist (internal job title: Trader) to manage purchasing and marketing responsibilities for 100+ member accounts in our Building Products division. This role involves daily communication with vendors and members, coordinating orders, resolving issues, and supporting corporate sales goals. The ideal candidate will be proactive in sales outreach, knowledgeable about industry trends, and committed to delivering excellent account management. Work location: This is a fully-remote role. Ideal candidates will live in the Central or Mountain time zones. There will be some initial travel required to our New Windsor, NY office for training.

Requirements

High school diploma
Minimum 3 years of sales and buying experience

Nice To Haves

College degree
Experience in the building materials industry
Roofing, Insulation, Gypsum knowledge strongly preferred
Background in quoting, purchasing, estimating, or telemarketing

Responsibilities

Manage full account activity for 100+ members, including order generation and follow-up
Maintain regular contact with dealers and vendors (minimum 10 hours/week of outbound calls)
Communicate market trends and product updates clearly to members
Collaborate with Traders, Sales Team, and Management to meet group sales goals
Resolve issues such as billing disputes, vendor conflicts, and shipment delays
Administer sales literature and maintain member and vendor records
Support internal projects, spreadsheets, and department initiatives
Build product and industry knowledge through ongoing supplier engagement
Attend trade shows and visit dealers/vendors as needed
Perform additional duties as assigned