Inside Sales Specialist

Core & Main is a leader in advancing reliable infrastructure with local service and a nationwide supply chain. Based in St. Louis, we serve municipalities, private water companies, and professional contractors across various end markets.

About the role

This role is ideal for someone who enjoys being hands-on, supporting customers, and growing the business. As an Inside Sales Representative, you'll play a crucial part in turning opportunities into orders while providing excellent customer service.

Responsibilities

• Manage customer orders, quotes, and follow-ups via phone and email
• Keep projects on track by monitoring open orders, resolving issues, and ensuring on-time delivery
• Build relationships with customers and identify upsell opportunities
• Provide accurate pricing and quotes using internal systems and pricing structures while maintaining margin goals
• Work closely with outside sales to support their accounts and help close opportunities
• Maintain branch inventory by monitoring stock levels, supporting replenishment, and ensuring strong inventory turns
• Absorb walk-in customers at the sales counter, delivering high-quality service and product guidance
• Pitch in with warehouse coordination tasks such as pulling orders or receiving materials

Requirements

• 2-5 years of inside sales or customer-facing experience, preferably in distribution or construction-related products
• Comfortable managing multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
• Strong communication skills and a customer-first mindset
• Solid computer skills and ability to work across systems
• Experience with inventory or product-based sales is a plus

Qualifications

• Demonstrated success working with customers
• Inventory sales/order systems experience
• Prior experience in industrial distribution or construction supply

Benefits

• Medical with 100% preventative care coverage
• Health Savings Account
• Dental and Vision
• Tax-deferred retirement plan (401K)
• Tuition Reimbursement and Tuition Grants
• Continued learning opportunities through onsite training and online resources
• Professional development and industry networking events

Skills

• Organizational skills
• Customer service skills
• Product knowledge
• Communication skills
• Computer proficiency

Pay

Competitive salary and benefits package

Schedule

Full-time position