Inside Sales Associate

About the role

The Inside Sales Associate works with customers to find what they want, create solutions, and ensure a smooth sales process. Responsibilities include establishing relationships with customers, processing and distributing products, handling inquiries and complaints, and managing warranties.

Responsibilities

• Establishes relationships with customers by assisting walk-in and phone customers, representing the company professionally.
• Pulls and distributes customer products quickly and efficiently.
• Handles questions and complaints in a timely and professional manner.
• Accurately performs data entry of sales orders to generate invoices for pickup or delivery.
• Secures payment of invoices with proper funds or obtains credit authorization according to company policy.
• Evaluates and determines disposition of warranty items based on manufacturer's warranty policy and customer needs.
• Estimates date of delivery to customers based on vendor's production and delivery schedules.
• Aids in receiving, shipping, and general warehouse duties.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• 1+ years related inside sales experience preferred.
• The ability to move 100 pounds with a dolly.
• Strong counter "presence" and ability to deal directly with customers for a large portion of the day.
• Good computer skills including MS Office programs.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment dealing with inventory, product allocations, and customer issues.
• Familiarity with a related product line such as pool supplies, parts, chemicals, or pool construction is helpful.
• To be 18 years of age or older to apply.

Qualifications

• Must be able to pass pre-employment drug testing and background verifications.
• This position is considered "safety-sensitive," including tasks that could affect the safety and health of the employee or others.

Skills

• Customer service attitude.
• Strong computer skills including MS Office programs.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Familiarity with a related product line.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, Vision, and Prescription Drug coverage with Flexible Spending Accounts and Wellness Programs.
• 401(k) with generous company match.
• 13 days of paid time off and 8 Paid Holidays.
• 100% employer-paid Life Insurance and Long-Term Disability Insurance.
• Paid Parental Leave.
• Fully Funded Tuition Education Programs.
• Bonus Programs that include Employee Recognition and Referrals, Summer Madness, and Annual Performance.
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan.
• Employee Discounts.

Pay

$18 - $24/hour and up to $2,500 through performance bonuses.

Schedule

Monday-Friday 7am-5pm and seasonal Saturdays 7am-11am.