Inside Sales Associate I

Department: Maryland Commercial Department

Location: Annapolis Junction, Maryland

Reports To: Inside Sales Manager

Job Overview: Inside Sales Associates are responsible for fielding customer requests (internal & external); assessing the customers' needs and providing solutions in a timely manner; preparing customer proposals; supporting pre-order and post-order processes; building relationships with customers and principals. A successful associate will be a motivated individual with a high level of organization and technical expertise to support both internal and external customers. Essential characteristics for this position include excellent oral and written communication skills, teamwork, attention to detail, a sense of urgency, and understanding of the customer experience Our Most Successful Inside Sales Associates: Possess superior communication, analytical, and organizational skills Exhibit goal-oriented behaviors and a customer-focused attitude Apply extensive attention to detail to all tasks Toggle between projects and responsibilities with ease Demonstrate mechanical aptitude 1-3 years related experience preferred Must be able to pass background and reference checks, as well as a drug test Scope of Responsibility: Provide support and collaboration for your assigned Outside Sales Engineer(s)Provide technical assistance to customers on all products represented Size and select for all products represented. Develop cost and provide quotes Review customer purchase orders for accuracy and required documentation Enter customer purchase orders accurately and efficiently to ensure customer satisfaction Enter vendor purchase orders per their method/ system accurately and efficiently Follow-Up with your customer orders by providing ship dates and coordinating deliveries as required Participate in product and company training to enhance job knowledge Exploring opportunities to add value to your career accomplishments Perform all other duties as assigned Cummins-Wagner Gives Back to Employees: Employee Stock Ownership Program Bonus Program Tuition and Certification Fee Assistance 401k Match Flexible Spending Account Comprehensive Health Insurance Life Insurance Long-Term Disability Insurance Our History: Founded in 1960 by "Charlie" Cummins and "Chub" Wagner, Cummins-Wagner began as a one-product, two-employee company in a one-room office. Without a well-recognized brand product line, their commitment to customer service was the company's impressive strength. This commitment to customer service allowed the company to grow and attract significant product lines. Recognizing that ownership inspired the dedication that resulted in their customer-driven business's success, they established an ESOP* and sold the company to their employees in 1985.Today, the company's strength comes from the product lines we represent and from the total dedication of over 250 Employee Owners to the principle of customer satisfaction. We appreciate the value of our impressive team and look forward to welcoming you!*As an "ESOP" company with 100% of the common stock universally and exclusively owned by the Employee Stock Ownership Trust (ESOT), employees are motivated to work for the long-term success of the company to a degree unmatched by those of our competitors. ESOP companies generally outperform non-ESOP companies. For more information on ESOPs, visit www.esopassociation.org. Cummins-Wagner Co. Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate based on race, sex, age, handicap, religion, national origin, or any other basis prohibited by applicable law. Cummins-Wagner Co. Inc. is a 100% Employee-Owned Company.