Inside Sales Representative

Inside Sales Representative

NEXT INDUSTRIES - 5.0

Troy, MI Job Details Full-time $22 - $25 an hour 6 hours ago Benefits Paid training Health insurance Dental insurance 401(k) Paid time off On-the-job training Vision insurance 401(k) matching Life insurance Qualifications Microsoft Excel Customer service ERP systems High school diploma or GED Inside sales Sales quoting Attention to detail Industrial equipment Manufacturing Order entry

Full Job Description Position Summary:

We are seeking a motivated and customer-focused Inside Sales/Customer Service Representative to join our team at NEXT Industries in Troy, MI . This full-time, onsite role is responsible for providing excellent customer support, processing orders, and driving inside sales efforts for our industrial supply and distribution operations. The ideal candidate has experience in industrial sales or distribution, specifically cutting tools, strong communication skills, and a passion for delivering outstanding service.

Key Responsibilities:

As an Inside Sales/Customer Service Representative, you will play a crucial role in ensuring exceptional customer experiences and efficient operations.

Your responsibilities will include:

Serve as the primary point of contact for incoming customer inquiries via phone, email, and in person. Product sourcing, negotiating costs and supporting sales pricing Process customer orders accurately and efficiently using ERP and CRM systems. Generate quotes, follow up on open quotes, and assist in converting leads to sales. Proactively reach out to existing customers to drive repeat business and promote new products. Work closely with the outside sales team, purchasing, and warehouse staff to ensure customer satisfaction. Handle product availability questions, pricing, delivery status, and order issues. Maintain accurate customer records and update account information as needed. Assist in resolving customer complaints with professionalism and a focus on positive outcomes. Develop strong knowledge of our product lines (e.g., industrial components, fasteners, tools, MRO supplies). Support the overall sales strategy and contribute to team sales goals.

Qualifications:

We are looking for candidates who possess the following qualifications: 2+ years of experience in Inside Sales/Customer Service in an industrial distribution or manufacturing environment. Knowledge of industrial products, cutting tools, metal working, fasteners, or MRO supplies is highly desirable. Experience with ERP systems (e.g., Epicor, SAP, NetSuite) and CRM platforms a plus. Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, Outlook). Strong communication and interpersonal skills with a customer-first mindset. Detail-oriented with excellent organizational and problem-solving abilities. Ability to work well independently and as part of a team. High School diploma or equivalent required; Associate's or Bachelor's degree preferred.

About Us:

NEXT Industries is a leader in providing top-tier support within the metal working & cutting tools market. We are currently seeking a motivated and customer-focused individual to join our team as an Inside Sales/Customer Service Representative at our Troy, MI location. Our company offers a competitive benefits package, including healthcare coverage options, dental, vision, life insurance, 401(k) with company match, paid time off, and more.

Pay:

$22.00 - $25.00 per hour

Benefits:

401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Health insurance On-the-job training Paid time off Vision insurance Application Question(s): Do you have knowledge of industrial products to include cutting tools, metal working, fasteners or MRO supplies? Do you have experience that demonstrates a strong attention to detail?

Experience:

Inside Sales in an Industrial Distribution environment: 2 years (Required) ERP systems (e.g. Epicor, SAP, NetSuite): 1 year (Preferred)

Work Location:

In person