Central Garden & Pet · 6 hours ago
Inside Sales Representative
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Responsibilities
Sell assigned products and/or promotions to assigned customers in a territory over the phone.
Develop and implement sales strategies to meet or exceed sales targets. Identify opportunities to upsell and cross-sell products to existing accounts.
Overcome technical and business objections of existing and prospective customers
Emphasize salable features, quotes prices and credit terms, and prepares sales orders for direct orders obtained.
Maintain and strengthen long-term relationships with key accounts, ensuring high levels of customer satisfaction and retention.
Proactively identify, contact, and convert new prospects into customers by promoting the company’s products and services.
Maintain an in-depth understanding of the pet supply product portfolio and stay up to date on new product launches, industry trends, and competitor offerings.
Process customer orders, follow up on shipments, resolve issues, and ensure timely delivery.
Provide regular sales reports to management on key metrics, including lead conversion, revenue, and account health.
Stay informed about industry trends, market conditions, and competitor activities to adjust sales strategies accordingly.
Qualification
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Required
At least five years previous inside sales experience, preferably in the pet supply industry or related sectors.
Strong communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills.
Demonstrated professionalism and positive team player.
Excellent problem-solving abilities and attention to detail.
Ability to work independently, prioritize, and multitask in a fast-paced environment.
Preferred
Bachelor’s degree in business, sales, marketing, or a related field preferred, but not required.
Familiarity with the pet industry, including product lines, market dynamics, and key customer needs, a plus.
Previous experience with MS Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook), Tableau, and online sales platforms.
Benefits
Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance.
Free Life and Disability Insurance.
Health and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts.
401k with 3% company match and annual employer discretionary contribution.
Paid vacation, holidays and sick time.
Employee Assistance Program.
Access to thousands of free online courses.
Discounts on cell phones, movie tickets, gym memberships, and more!
Education Assistance (both college degrees and professional certifications).
Referral Program with cash bonus.
Access to on-demand pay.
Paid parental leave.
Employee purchase discounts on pet supplies.
Company
Central Garden & Pet
Central Garden & Pet is a market leader in the Garden and Pet industries.
Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
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