Jobs · Business Development · Illinois

Inside Sales Representative

Cook's Direct · Woodridge, IL · 2 wk ago
On-siteBusiness DevelopmentFull-time

Key Responsibilities

  • Engage in a minimum of 30 outbound calls per day to existing and prospective customers within your assigned territory.
  • Build and nurture lasting customer relationships that drive loyalty, satisfaction, and revenue growth.
  • Leverage a consultative sales approach to understand client needs, recommend solutions, and close deals.
  • Achieve and exceed sales and gross profit targets by maximizing opportunities within your territory.
  • Collaborate with internal teams, vendors, and manufacturers to deliver customer-centric solutions.
  • Stay informed about industry trends, competitive products, and emerging customer needs.
  • Manage inquiries related to product specifications, pricing, availability, and service-related issues with professionalism and urgency.
  • Maintain accurate records of customer interactions, sales activities, and pipeline updates using the CRM system daily.
  • Draft tailored sales proposals and quotes to accelerate the sales cycle.
  • Attend sales meetings, vendor training, trade shows, and industry events (may include evenings/weekends) to enhance product knowledge and sales acumen.
  • Demonstrate a commitment to professional development and continuous learning.

Requirements

  • Proven experience in inside sales, telesales, or a related customer-facing role.
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills with a confident and persuasive approach.
  • Strong negotiation and closing abilities.
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Excel, Word, PowerPoint).
  • Ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks effectively in a fast-paced environment.
  • Demonstrated work ethic and ability to thrive in a team-oriented culture.

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