Inside Sales/Customer Service Representative

  • Full-time

Company Description

Established in 1988, Stellar serves small, medium and large manufacturers; Federal, State and local municipalities; and commercial construction companies in Washington, Alaska, Oregon and Idaho. We have become the Northwest’s premier industrial supplier by focusing on the products and services our customers require.

 

What differentiates us from other suppliers is our lineup of divisions with specialists that focus on specific products (Safety & Cutting Tools Divisions) and specific markets (Marine & Renewable Energy Divisions), enabling Stellar to better serve our customers.

In addition, we employ 3M Specialists who are factory-trained on abrasives, tapes and adhesives, further supporting our sales force. The final differentiator is our Solutions Division dedicated to offering the best process solutions to our customers. The combination of these divisions allows Stellar to truly outpace other suppliers.

Job Description

Job Description:

It is the responsibility of an inside sales person to work as a responsible member of their branch team, to maximize sales and gross margin potential for the company, while observing the principals stated in Stellar's Mission Statement and Vision:

Ideal Customer <-> Supplier Partnerships

Major responsibilities and expectations:

1) Proficiently and efficiently handle the main inside sales functions to meet or exceed customer expectations:

a) Immediately address the customer, whether a call in customer or walk in customer and adeptly handle more than one customer at a time, when necessary

b) Return calls and quotes as soon as possible

c) Accurately enter quotes and orders using the P21 processes

d) Expedite all open quotes and sales orders with urgency and accuracy

e) Communicate quickly and accurately with customers with regards to quotes, orders or any other aspects of their account business

f) Generate add on sales where appropriate, recognizing sales opportunities as you increase customer and product knowledge

g) Communicate with vendors directly when necessary, accurately record vendor commitments on price and delivery in P21

h) Communicate with Stellar Product Managers as needed to meet customer requirements

i) Engage in continual learning of Stellar products, processes and systems (P21)

Core competencies:

(1) Listening

(2) Attention to detail

(3) Problem solving

2) Conduct yourself as a responsible Stellar employee and co-worker:

a) Understand Stellar's mission and vision

b) Display a consistent positive, can-do attitude at all times

c) Work as part of your team, supporting others in your department to meet our branch and company goals

d) Willingly help others in the company when called upon e) Maintain personal responsibility for your actions

f) Maintain constant and clear communication with your manager on impediments to progress or suggestions for improvement opportunities

g) Always work with honesty and forthrightness

Core competencies:

(1) Accountability and dependability

(2) Teamwork

(3) Ethics & integrity

Qualifications

  • 2-3 years experience in an inside sales/customer service position
  • Experience in industrial supply setting is preferred
  • Excellent computer skills
  • Excellent phone and data entry skills
  • Outstanding multitasking and organization skills
  • Works effectively in a team environment
  • Creative problem solving

Additional Information

At Stellar Industrial Supply, we offer market competitive compensation, long term incentives, comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, disability, and 401k.


We are asking all applicants to complete a Culture Index™ survey.  It helps us to identify strengths, work style and habits, management preferences, and energy level.  We use it as a tool, along with your resume and interviews to decide how well you’ll fit the position. 

 

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Thank you for your interest in Stellar Industrial Supply.