Looking to start an exciting new career? City Electric Supply (CES) offers excellent career opportunities for people who are friendly and passionate about providing incredible customer service. Benefits include medical, dental, and vision insurance, 401K, paid time off, and internal growth opportunities.
About City Electric Supply
CES is a family-owned electrical wholesaler with the benefits of a worldwide service network and the personal service of a neighborhood store. Our "customer service first" core value has allowed us to grow continually for over 65 years while keeping our founding principle of empowering people to make local business decisions. CES now employs more than 7,400 people at over 1,000 branches world-wide of which there are over 500 branches across North America. Our vision is to add 30-35 branches a year, while staying true to our Company values.
Position Summary
The Inside Sales Representative is responsible for supporting customer relationships, generating sales, and ensuring a high level of service within the branch. This role works closely with contractors, electricians, and internal teams to provide product solutions, process orders, and drive revenue growth.
Key Responsibilities
- Build and maintain strong relationships with new and existing customers
- Process sales orders, quotes, and returns accurately and efficiently
- Provide product recommendations and technical support on electrical supplies
- Proactively follow up on quotes to convert opportunities into sales
- Collaborate with outside sales and warehouse teams to meet customer needs
- Monitor inventory levels and assist with stock replenishment
- Handle customer inquiries via phone, email, and in person
- Support branch operations and contribute to overall sales targets
Qualifications
Qualifications
- Previous sales or customer service experience (electrical or wholesale industry preferred)
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to multitask and work in a fast-paced environment
- Basic knowledge of electrical products (preferred but not required)
- Proficiency with computers and order entry systems
- High school diploma or equivalent (college degree a plus)
Skills & Competencies
- Customer-focused mindset
- Problem-solving and attention to detail
- Team collaboration
- Sales-driven with a proactive attitude
- Time management and organization
What We Offer
- Competitive salary and bonus opportunities
- Training and career development
- Benefits package (health, dental, vision, 401k etc.)
- Opportunities for advancement within the company
Benefits Offered:
- Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance.
- 401(k) company match program.
- Telehealth.
- Short-term and Long-term disability insurance.
- Basic and AD&D Life Insurance paid for by the company.
- Critical Illness, Hospital Confinement, Accident Insurance, Supplemental Life Insurance.
- Employee Assistance Program.
- Mental, physical, financial wellness.
- Auto and Home Insurance discount.
- Paid Time Off and 7 paid Holidays.
- Paid Pregnancy, Parental, and Adoption Leave programs.
- Employee Discount Program.
- Training Programs.
- Internal growth opportunities in a fast-growing company.
- In some jurisdictions, state or local laws address sick leave or other leaves of absence. The Company complies with all such laws. This policy shall apply only to the extent it does not conflict with applicable law.
Supervisory Responsibility
This position has no supervisory responsibilities.
Physical Demands
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. This position is very active and requires standing, walking, bending, kneeling, stooping, and climbing. The employee must be able to lift and move items up to 50 pounds.
Other Duties
Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
EEO Statement
We are an Equal Employment Opportunity employer committed to providing equal opportunity in all of our employment practices, including selection, hiring, assignment, re-assignment, promotion, transfer, compensation, discipline, and termination. The Company prohibits discrimination, harassment, and retaliation in employment based on race; color; religion; genetic information; national origin; sex (including same sex); sexual orientation; gender identity; pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions; age; disability or handicap; citizenship status; service member status; or any other category protected by federal, state, or local law. We support protected veterans and individuals with disabilities through our affirmative action program.
Attention Applicants
If you have a disability and need a reasonable accommodation to complete any part of the application process, or if you have difficulty accessing or using the online application process and need an alternative method, please contact us at [email protected] or 1-855-571-2477.
City Electric Supply is a drug free workplace. For further information about CES, visit our website at www.cityelectricsupply.com.
Skills Required
- Previous sales or customer service experience
- Electrical or wholesale industry experience
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to multitask and work in a fast-paced environment
- Basic knowledge of electrical products
- Proficiency with computers and order entry systems
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Ability to lift and move items up to 50 pounds
- Customer-focused mindset, problem-solving, team collaboration, time management, and sales-driven attitude
City Electric Supply Company Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about City Electric Supply Company and has not been reviewed or approved by City Electric Supply Company.
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Career-Linked Recognition & Rewards — Profit sharing and bonuses at the branch level can materially boost earnings in sales and management roles when business is strong. Advancement into branch leadership is associated with better compensation and more upside.
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Parental & Family Support — Paid pregnancy, parental, and adoption leave are part of the package. These leave programs are presented alongside the core benefits.
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — PTO and seven paid holidays are commonly included across roles. These time-off provisions provide a predictable baseline even as incentive outcomes vary by branch.
City Electric Supply Company Insights
What We Do
City Electric Supply is a family-owned company specializing in the wholesale distribution of electrical supplies and products. The company provides comprehensive service and support to professionals across the residential, commercial, and industrial markets. Headquartered in Dallas, Texas, City Electric Supply focuses on delivering quality electrical components at wholesale prices throughout its extensive network across North America.
