Inside Sales

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Westmont, IL, USA
In-Office
22-29 Hourly
Entry level
Retail • Industrial
The Role
Take customer orders in person and by phone, provide product knowledge on building materials, prepare quotes and sales orders, process cash transactions, and build customer relationships. Collaborate with outside sales representatives and managers, overcome objections, explain product benefits and credit terms, and support customers with construction-material purchases.
Summary Generated by Built In

Gypsum Management & Supply, Inc. (GMS) is the leading North American distributor of gypsum wallboard, acoustical ceiling products and other specialty building materials. Founded in 1971, GMS now operates an expansive network of distribution centers nationwide.

Westmont Interior Supply House & Contractors Acoustical Supply are top providers of quality construction materials across the Chicago metro area, southeast Wisconsin, and northwest Indiana. The history of Westmont Interior Supply House stems all the way back to 1962 when Engler, Meier & Justus, Inc. formed as an interior construction subcontractor operation specializing in commercial ceilings and walls. Today, Westmont Interior is part of the industry-leading GMS family of companies.

For more information about our family of companies, please visit gms.com or westmontint.com.
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Position Summary:

The primary function of Inside Sales is to provide product knowledge on building materials including drywall, insulation, metal studs for drywall, ceiling systems, stucco, construction tools, construction safety items, drywall compound, and accessories for the drywall industry.

 

Duties & Responsibilities:

  • Taking orders at the sales counter and over the phone.
  • Building relationships with customers.
  • Ability to use company computer system to enter orders.
  • Complete sales orders and tender cash sales.
  • Develop product knowledge to assist customers with purchases.
  • Collaborate with Outside Sales Reps and Sales Managers to determine necessary strategic sales approaches.
  • Overcome objections of prospective customers.
  • Emphasize product/service features and benefits, quote prices, discuss credit terms, and prepare sales order forms and/or reports.

 

Basic Qualifications:

  • High school diploma or GED required, 4 year degree preferred
  • Ability to self-manage, show initiative and be comfortable meeting the public.
  • Must be a team player, demonstrate attention to detail and have good organizational skills.

 

Core Competencies:

  • Strive to do the right thing by displaying trust and integrity.
  • Embody the principles of servant leadership, even in a non-people management role, by putting the needs of others first, valuing diverse perspectives by sincerely appreciating and considering others’ opinions and ideas and demonstrating a positive and humble attitude.
  • Demonstrated ability to work independently and on a team; ability to lead, execute and/or delegate as needed, while also collaborating with others to get the job done.
  • Establish and maintain effective working relationships at every level of the organization; invest in building relationships with the Field Operations and Field Support Center team members.
  • Help champion an inclusive working environment by:
  • Empowering others to bring their full selves to the workplace.
  • Celebrating, welcoming, and valuing the different backgrounds and experiences that make up our workforce.
  • Recognizing that all team members are valued, regardless of race, background, tenure, or title.
  • Ability to self-manage, show initiative, be proactive, and drive results.
  • Communicate professionally, both verbally and in writing to coworkers and customers

 

Physical Requirements:

  • Must be able to remain in stationary position in an office environment: 50%
  • Will frequently move about inside the office to access files, office machinery, etc.
  • Must be able to operate basic office machinery.
  • Must be able to communicate with team and management and be able to exchange accurate information in these situations.
  • Constantly working in office environment.

 

Required Cognitive Skills:

  • Must be able to problem solve and prioritize tasks.
  • Must be able to manage stress depending on deadlines and ongoing projects. 
  • Must be able to multitask.
  • Must be able to receive and analyze information.
  • Must be able to quickly communicate solutions if problems occur.
  • Must be able to demonstrate a high degree of sound judgement and initiative.

 

Benefits & Perks:

  • Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability & Life Insurance
  • Wellness Benefits
  • 401(k) Retirement Plan
  • Employee Stock Purchase Program
  • Paid Holidays & Vacation Days
  • Professional Growth Opportunities
  • Development & Training Programs

 

This job description is subject to change at any time.

 

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

 

Launch your career with a national building materials distributor and discover opportunities for growth and advancement. We value our team members and believe them to be our greatest assets. As such, we invest in training and strive to provide a work-life balance.

Skills Required

  • High school diploma or GED
  • Four-year degree
  • Ability to self-manage and demonstrate initiative
  • Comfort meeting the public
  • Ability to work effectively as part of a team
  • Attention to detail and organizational skills
  • Professional verbal and written communication skills
  • Problem-solving, prioritization, multitasking, and sound judgment
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The Company
HQ: Tucker, GA
557 Employees
Year Founded: 1971

What We Do

Gypsum Management & Supply (GMS) is a leading North American distributor of gypsum wallboard, acoustical ceiling products, and other specialty building materials. Founded in 1971, the company operates a broad network of distribution centers nationwide and serves residential and commercial contractors. Its family of companies also provides local yards, delivery, online ordering, and related building-product solutions across the United States and Canada.

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