Front Counter/Inside Sales

GMS is the leading North American distributor of gypsum wallboard, acoustical ceiling products and other specialty building materials. Founded in 1971, GMS now operates a network of more than 250 distribution centers nationwide. For more information about GMS, visit www.gms.com or any one of our subsidiary company websites.

Summary of Position:

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:

• Overcome objections of prospective customers
• Taking orders at the sales counter and over the phone
• Cold-call prospects that are generated by external sources of lead
• Emphasize product/service features and benefits, quote prices, discuss credit terms, and prepare sales order forms and/or reports
• Ability to use company computer system to enter orders
• Collaborate with Outside Sales Reps and Sales Managers to determine necessary strategic sales approaches
• Develop product knowledge to assist customers with purchases
• Preferred bi-lingual
• Complete sales orders and tender cash sales
• Building relationships with customers

Other Competencies:

• Ability to self-manage, show initiative and be proactive
• Communicate professionally, both verbally and in writing to coworkers and customers

Basic Qualifications:

• High School diploma or GED required, 4 year degree preferred

Physical Demands:

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

Mental Demands:

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

Estimated Compensation Range: $18.00- $21.00/hr DOE

** This pay range is a reasonable estimate made in good faith of the possible compensation at the time of the posting of this position. However, the Company may ultimately pay more or less than this range.

Company benefits:

This position is eligible to participate in the Company’s employee benefit plans and arrangements on the same terms and conditions as other similarly situated employees after 90 days of service. Benefits include Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP), savings and retirement plans (401k), medical and prescription drug plan, dental coverage, vision coverage, short and long-term disability, basic and voluntary life insurance, critical illness, and legal services.

• 401k Program
• Paid holidays & vacation days
• Medical, Dental, Vision and Disability Insurance

This job description is subject to change at any time.

Launch your career with a national building materials distributor and discover opportunities for growth and advancement. Our people have the independence and authority to make a difference. We invest in relationships, and every person is important. Our highest priority is serving others. We passionately pursue a safe work environment along with a relentless focus on operational excellence. We believe you can never go wrong doing the right thing.

Equal Opportunity Employer