Inside Sales Representative

Inside Sales Representative (Hardware & Building Materials) Madison, IN | On-site | Full-time | $15.00–$20.00 per hour R.P. Lumber is hiring an Inside Sales Representative for our Madison, IN store. This is a showroom role for someone who likes helping contractors and homeowners choose the right materials, write accurate orders, and keep the sales floor ready. You will report to the Retail Manager. You will quote and sell in person, by phone, and by email, run the register, and support merchandising and special orders. About R.P. Lumber We are a family-owned building materials and hardware retailer founded in 1977. We now operate 100+ locations across Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Missouri, South Dakota, Wisconsin, and Wyoming. Our promise is simple: Best Service. Best Value. What you will do Customer service and sales Help customers and contractors with product selection, pricing, quotes, orders, deliveries, and installations Follow up on orders and resolve service issues; involve the Retail or General Manager when needed Build relationships with walk-in and contractor customers Support Outside Sales with order questions, product information, and pricing Learn estimating and material takeoffs for construction projects Grow product knowledge across residential, rural, industrial, and commercial building materials Orders, register, and credit Enter orders, pricing, and related data in the point-of-sale system (BisTrack) so invoices, work orders, and tickets are accurate Operate and balance the cash register Research credits, returns, and past-due accounts as assigned Help with special-order products using supplier catalogs (pricing, colors, sizes, availability) Work with the credit department on applications and collections when asked Showroom, inventory, and safety Stock, face, straighten, price, and clean assigned merchandising areas Move merchandise for customer pickup or delivery Help prevent shrinkage, shoplifting, and internal theft Follow store safety practices and attend required safety meetings Complete other showroom duties as assigned, which may include mixing paint, cutting keys, or cutting glass/Plexiglas where those products are sold Please note: This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of the activities, duties, or responsibilities required of the employee. What you need to have High school diploma or GED Clear communication skills and the ability to listen to customers and contractors Comfort with computers, math, and organized, accurate work Ability to learn BisTrack (point of sale), Microsoft Word and Excel, and related software Valid driver’s license, an acceptable driving record, and a Missouri Class E license Ability to work a flexible retail schedule, including weekends and holidays Ability to perform the essential physical functions of the job, with or without reasonable accommodation, including standing and walking most of the day, using hands and arms, talking and listening, bending, stooping, kneeling, crouching, working in the showroom, warehouse, and outdoors in changing weather, frequently lifting or moving 10 to 25 pounds, and occasionally lifting or moving 50 to 100 pounds Nice to have Knowledge of building materials, construction, or related equipment About one year of related work experience Intermediate skill in BisTrack, Word, Excel, or similar systems Pay and benefits Pay range: $15.00–$20.00 per hour Potential pay rate based upon region, experience, education, licenses and certifications. Pay Transparency: This compensation listed reflects the pay range reasonably expected for this posted position at the posted location(s). If this opportunity includes multiple job levels, the pay information represents the minimum and maximum range for all levels in that job family. Actual pay is determined by several job-related factors permitted by law and relevant to the position, including, but not limited to, experience relative to the job, tenure, market level, pay at the location for this job, performance, schedule, and work assignment. Full-time employees are eligible for: Medical, dental, vision, term life, and short-term disability insurance Employer-paid basic life insurance Profit sharing / 401(k) Paid time off and paid holidays Employee merchandise discount Schedule and work location This is an on-site position. Weekend and holiday work is required based on store needs. Pre-employment requirements Offers are contingent on pre-employment screening, which may include drug testing, a background check, and a driving-record review, as applicable and in accordance with federal, state, and local law. R.P. Lumber Co., Inc. ("R.P. Lumber Co.") is committed to providing equal opportunity in all employment practices, including but not limited to selection, hiring, promotion, transfer, and compensation to all qualified applicants and employees without regard to race, ancestry, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability (physical or mental), genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. #J-18808-Ljbffr RP LUMBER