Inside Sales

Brief Description

Are you interested in joining a company that was recently certified as a "Great Place to Work" for the fifth year in a row? If so, please read on...

What We're Looking For

To give you a little more context about this role and what it means to our company, here is what you will need to be successful in this role:

• You have 2+ years’ experience working with electric motors, drives and controls.
• You're experienced with analyzing competitor's information, trends, identifying sales opportunities and pricing levels because you've been doing sales for 5+ years.
• You are a go getter who is actively looking for new accounts.
• You are an expert in building rapport and enjoy providing customers with technical information and explanations to make sure the customer has the right information to make a good decision.
• You can knock out a quotation and are able to provide all the necessary details by utilizing Customer Relationship Management (CRM) software.
• You understand the importance of following up with customers in a timely professional manner on quotes and maintaining up to date and accurate customer information.
• You're comfortable communicating with customers through phone calls, e-mails, teams’ meetings and occasional in-person visits.
• You have above average organizational and multi-tasking skills to assist you in this fast-paced customer driven sales department.
• Your ability to pay close attention to detail is a great benefit when you are verifying and entering orders along with vendor purchase orders.
• You are hands-on when it comes to working with L&S management to help figure out what vendors’ products to quote and the proper mark-up for the order.
• You're a whiz at developing accounts by checking past buying history, suggesting new or related items to sell and explaining the technical features to the client.
• You take pride in ensuring timely delivery and assist purchasing in managing stock levels.
• You are dedicated to maintaining communication by troubleshooting, reporting, and tracking problems.
• You seek ways to improve quality and are continually recommending improvements to current policies and procedures.
• You love to learn about new products by studying product descriptions and will seek out new educational opportunities to better improve your knowledge level.
• You enjoy working as a team with Outside Sales to provide the best professional service to customers.
• You have excellent computer skills, are proficient with Microsoft Office Suite and an expert at multi-tasking.
• You are willing and able to pass a background check and pre-employment drug test.
• Able to follow and communicate both written and verbal information in English.
• Able to work for any employer in the United States.

Essential Functions

Outbound calling/selling to new and existing customers.
Handle customer calls for electric motors, controls, drives, and accessories.
Review technical specifications and quote accordingly.
Assist customers with technical questions on the products L&S represents.
Attend training courses both online and possible in person.
Coordinate large projects to ensure technical requirements are met.
Check stock and enter orders into the system.
Contact suppliers regarding price and delivery times.
Quote customers – both verbal and formal quotes.
Occasionally call on customers with outside sales representatives, dependent on location.
Follow up with customers and suppliers on quotations and orders.
Expedite orders with suppliers.
Maintain daily CRM system.
Enter direct purchase orders with suppliers.
Manage freight expenses on a per order basis.
Review and recommend inventory levels based on customer needs.
Work in both customer portals and vendor portals.
Attend internal and external training
Assist customers with damaged product, fill out RMA paperwork and credit information.

Requirements

• Minimum of 5 years inside sales experience.
• Familiar with electric motors, drives, and controls.
• Minimum 2-year technical degree or equivalent experience and aptitude.
• Minimum 2 years’ experience in distribution.
• Excellent customer service skills.
• Willingness to make outbound sales calls.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office products.
• Knowledge of and able to use proper phone etiquette.
• Above average communication skills (oral, written).
• Computer literate; above average keyboard skills.
• Able to interact with people in a professional manner.
• Able to multi-task.
• Fluent in English (verbal, written).
• Must be willing to work overtime, weekday and weekends to meet customer service requirements.

Summary

We don’t just offer a job—we offer a future. At L&S Electric, we believe in rewarding our team with benefits that truly make a difference. Your Benefits
Health First: Medical, dental, and vision coverage for you and your family.
Peace of Mind: Company-paid short-term disability and life insurance.
Financial Well-being: 401(k) with generous match.
Time to Recharge: 3 weeks PTO, 7 paid holidays, plus volunteer time off.
Your Tools, On Us: Safety glasses and shoe programs.
More Than a Paycheck: Performance-based bonus opportunities.
Support When You Need It: Employee Assistance Program at no cost.
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Commitment To Equal Opportunity L&S Electric is an AAP/EEO employer and uses E-Verify to confirm the employment eligibility of all new hires. We’re proud to foster an inclusive environment where everyone is treated equally.

Why L & S Electric?

At L&S Electric, we believe in rewarding our team with benefits that truly make a difference. Your Benefits
Health First: Medical, dental, and vision coverage for you and your family.
Peace of Mind: Company-paid short-term disability and life insurance.
Financial Well-being: 401(k) with generous match.
Time to Recharge: 3 weeks PTO, 7 paid holidays, plus volunteer time off.
Your Tools, On Us: Safety glasses and shoe programs.
More Than a Paycheck: Performance-based bonus opportunities.
Support When You Need It: Employee Assistance Program at no cost.

Apply Now

Ready to Power Up Your Career? At L&S Electric, you’re not just a number—you’re part of a legacy. Join a team that puts safety, integrity, and people first. Apply now and become part of a company that’s powering progress—one repair at a time.