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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/Office Administrator 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. Will also be responsible for providing administrative support to the office and accounting departments at a distribution yard. This role requires outstanding organizational skills, along with the ability to multitask. The successful candidate must be a self-starter, proactive, and possess the ability to work through competing priorities with minimal supervision and direction.

Duties & Responsibilities:

• Taking orders at the sales counter and over the phone
• Building relationships with customers
• Ability to use company computer system to enter orders
• Complete sales orders and tender cash sales
• Develop product knowledge to assist customers with purchases
• Cold-call prospects that are generated by external sources of lead
• Collaborate with Outside Sales Reps and Sales Managers to determine necessary strategic sales approaches
• Overcome objections of prospective customers
• Emphasize product/service features and benefits, quote prices, discuss credit terms, and prepare sales order forms and/or reports
• Appropriately responding to and managing telephone calls and mail/email requests
• Assisting with the invoicing and processing of accounts payable and accounts receivable
• Prepare, track, and manage preliminary notices
• Prepare and receive items for shipping via Fed Ex, UPS, and standard mail daily
• Deliver, process and respond to mail
• Assist front counter with customer inquiries and direct calls appropriately
• Assist Office Manager and/or Branch Manager with day to day responsibilities regarding customer orders, invoices, office supplies and maintenance
• Scan, copy, and organize important documents and files
• Assist the controller with accounting related activities

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
• Bilingual in Spanish

Physical Demands:

• Must be able to remain in stationary position 50-70%
• Frequently, will move about inside the office to access files, office machinery, etc.
• Must be able to operate basic office machinery
• Must be able to communicate with team and management and be able to exchange accurate information in these situations.
• Constantly working in office environment

Mental Demands:

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

Company Benefits:

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

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.

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