New South Construction Supply, LLC - Inside Sales Associate

Position Details

WHO WE ARE

Founded in 1981, New South Construction Supply is one of the Southeast's leading suppliers of construction supplies and building materials for commercial and residential contractors. We operate 10 branches in the Carolinas, Georgia, and Florida, with our headquarters located in Greenville, SC. We supply concrete and masonry accessories and waterproofing products to commercial, residential, industrial, waterproofing, restoration, and road and bridge contractors. Our customer service, know-how, and can-do attitude helps our customers get the job done right, on time, and on budget.

With a strong and experienced Leadership Team, a diverse group of associates, a well-established and proven Manager-in-Training program, and a hands-on internship program for those starting off in their construction career, New South Construction Supply is not just a job, but is a place where you can have a long-lasting career in the construction supply business.

To learn more about New South and our philosophy visit https://www.newsouthsupply.com/about/.

WHO YOU ARE

As an Inside Sales Associate, you manage customer requests with a solution-driven mindset. You provide key support to Sales Managers and assist Purchasing with special order requests and stock level recommendations. You are customer service-focused and thrive in a fast-paced team environment.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

Time Allotment (80% of work week)

• Access and utilize company-provided systems to support the Sales Manager throughout the project bidding process.
• Create project files, download plans, schedule, and share this information with internal and third-party rebar estimating resources.
• Organize and track all work through the direction of the Sales Manager throughout the full project and sales life cycle.
• Identify all bidding parties for each project to ensure all prospective buyers receive a copy of our proposal prior to bid date.
• Answer phone calls, respond to emails and follow up with customers on behalf of the Sales Manager while he/she is out of the office.

Time Allotment (10%-20% of work week)

• Manage an outbound calling campaign at the direction of the sales to include calling both target customers, customers with declining sales, infrequent customers, and other customers as directed by the Sales Manager.

Time Allotment (as needed basis)

• Assist branch personnel in answering telephones, fill in at the sales counter during extremely busy periods, lunch breaks, and PDOs.
  
  

Qualifications

• 3+ years of inside sales experience, preferably in the building materials industry.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
  
  

Preferred Skills

• Prior experience in the sales of construction materials-related distributorship (commercial, residential, or both).
• Prior experiences in the sales of concrete and masonry accessories, waterproofing materials, and fabricated rebar.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment.
• Computer skills including Microsoft Office Suite and CRM tools.

WHAT WE OFFER

• More than just a job. New South offers associates a chance to build their own careers and make an impact as part of a growing company.
• Time with family. As a family-owned business, New South values a work-life balance, which is why our drivers are home every night and have a typical schedule of Monday through Friday.
• Time off, including 9 paid holidays, 2 paid floating days, paid time off that increases with your tenure, and paid parental leave.
• Competitive pay.
• Company paid short-term and long-term disability insurance, life insurance, and vision insurance.
• Other benefits including health and dental insurance coverage, a 401(k) retirement plan, and accidental death & dismemberment insurance.

With an active commitment to developing our in-house talent, New South Construction Supply also supports our associates with continuing education programs, a company-wide Kickoff and Awards Meeting at a top resort annually, educational reimbursement, lunch and learns, and more.

THINGS TO KEEP IN MIND

We are an equal opportunity employer and do not tolerate discrimination or harassment of any type, including that which is based upon race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristics protected by federal, state, or local laws.

We have a drug free work environment. A pre-employment drug screening and background check is required. Random Substance screening occurs post-hire.

We are an E-Verify employer.