Inside Sales Coordinator

<p><b><u>Job Summary</u></b></p><p>The Inside Sales Coordinator I is responsible for developing new prospects and interacts with existing customers primarily by phone, to increase sales. Provides support to customers and account managers by maintaining frequent communication with both and by helping troubleshoot problems. Works under direct supervision; a certain degree of creativity and latitude is required; relays on pre-established guidelines to perform the functions of the job.</p><p></p><p><u><b>Principle Duties and Responsibilities</b></u></p><ul><li><p>Maintains frequent communication with customer base and gathers information to ensure their satisfaction</p></li><li><p>Handles basic issues and problems, and refers more complex issues to higher-level staff.</p></li><li><p>Solicits sales orders from existing customers via phone</p></li><li><p>Develops new customers via "pull" through marketing Phone-Internet</p></li><li><p>Assists qualifying leads gauging interest level, time frame, needs, etc., and directs leads to proper channels</p></li><li><p>Executes market penetration strategy utilizing web-based sales leads</p></li><li><p>Communicates sample needs for <span style="overflow-wrap: break-word; display: inline; text-decoration: inherit; hyphens: auto;">customers/dealers/contractors</span> with the plant</p></li><li><p>Corresponds regularly with customers, i.e., Brand Bulletins, Brochures, and any program updates</p></li><li><p>Helps drive new product sales by communicating unknown products to customers</p></li><li><p>Works with account managers to comply with customer request and to solve customer problems</p></li><li><p>Maintains positive relationships with distributors</p></li><li><p>Works with Product Managers to enhance sales programs</p></li><li><p>Attends shows and product introductions when necessary</p></li><li><p>Attends various product trainings, as needed</p></li><li><p>Prepares various reports and correspondence as required</p></li><li><p>Performs other duties as required</p></li></ul><p></p><p><u><b>Qualifications</b></u></p><ul><li><p>Minimum of high school graduate</p></li><li><p>Minimum 0-2 years of experience, preferably in customer service</p></li><li><p>Possesses beginning to working knowledge of subject matter.</p></li><li><p>Working knowledge and proficiency in the use of computer and business-related software, including Microsoft applications (Excel, Word and Outlook)</p></li><li><p>Working knowledge of various office equipment (computer, scanner, etc)</p></li></ul><p></p><p><span>Click </span><a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mw9dt3JuNIg&list=PLmJt9VLdfFiNsUwlJ4wVl46rorNC833_W&index=20" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><span>here</span></a><span><span> to watch what a day in the life of an Inside Sales Coordinator looks like.</span></span></p><h3> </h3><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><p style="text-align:inherit"></p><br><p style="text-align:left"><i>The Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer.</i></p></div></div></div></div></div></div></div><br><p style="text-align:inherit"></p><br><div></div><br><p style="text-align:inherit"></p>

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