Inside Sales Representative

Schutte Lumber Company

Inside Sales Representative

Kansas City, MO
Full Time
Paid
  • Responsibilities

    We are currently interviewing for an inside sales position in the wholesale and commercial sales department.

    The following requirements, work experience, and skills will be necessary for the right person to fill the seat:

    · Education: A high school diploma or GED is the minimum requirement. A bachelor’s degree in business or communications would be helpful.

    · Experience: The role require 2–3 years of experience in sales or customer-facing environments. Years of experience in building materials supply would give the candidate an advantage to filling the seat.

    · Technical Skills: Proficiency with DMSI or equivalent building materials software would be an advantage for the candidate. Basic computer skills and experience with Microsoft Office is a requirement.

    · Persuasive Communication: Excellence in both verbal and written communication is required to pitch our products and services effectively over the phone and via email.

    · Active Listening: This is critical in our heavy phone sales and support environment to understand customer pain points and build trust without physical cues. The seat will also provide constant support for our outside sales team.

    · Resilience amp; Grit: The ability to maintain a positive attitude and provide persistent effort despite customer issues that will require patience and working with your team to provide solutions.

    · Time Management: Organizing high volumes of daily activities—such as 100+ calls and 50+ emails—while staying productive in a fast-paced environment.

    We are fully staffed during current business hours on Monday-Friday from 7:00-4:00. Saturday business is conducted with a limited staff from 8:00 until noon. The open position has a M-F work schedule with occasional overtime opportunities on Saturdays. The hourly wage for this position will start around $23-24 an hour based on the experience of the candidate. A quarterly bonus is offered with a KPI schedule. There is a 401K plan available with an employer match of 50% of the first 6% of the employee’s contribution. You begin accruing paid time off immediately and it can be used after 30 days of employment. There is health insurance available through a company plan, other voluntary insurance benefits, nine paid holidays per year, and company work shirts are provided to every employee.