Eastern Metal Supply, Inc.

Inside Sales Representative

Eastern Metal Supply, Inc.  •  Houston, TX (Onsite)  •  11 days ago
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Job Description


The Inside Sales Representative is responsible for building and maintaining relationships with new and existing customers to grow assigned accounts and drive sales revenue. This role involves proactive customer communication, quote and order management, lead generation, and follow-up to ensure excellent customer service and achievement of sales objectives. The ideal candidate is motivated, detail-oriented, and skilled in identifying customer needs while delivering solutions that support long-term customer retention and growth.

Essential Duties/Responsibilities
The following duties are typical of those performed by employees in this job title; however, employees may perform other related duties, and not all duties listed are necessarily performed by each employee with this job title.

  • Communicate with customers via phone, email, and written correspondence to provide a high level of customer service and support
  • Establish and maintain strong customer relationships to identify current and future sales opportunities
  • Respond promptly to customer inquiries regarding products, pricing, availability, and order status
  • Prepare, review, and maintain accurate quotes, pricing, and configurations in accordance with company policies
  • Effectively document sales orders, quotes, and customer communications
  • Interpret customer requirements and recommend appropriate products or solutions
  • Generate new business through outbound calls, follow-up on leads, and proactive sales outreach
  • Close sales opportunities generated through inbound and outbound efforts
  • Submit timely call reports and track sales activities
  • Prepare sales reports by collecting, analyzing, and summarizing sales data
  • Maintain accurate records of customer interactions and sales activity

Qualifications
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Education

  • Four-year college degree is preferred or equivalent sales experience

Experience/Skills/Abilities Required

  • Prior customer service and sales experience are required
  • Some metals industry or aluminum sales experience would be a bonus
  • Strong organizational, planning, and time-management abilities; high attention to detail
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Word and Excel
  • Strong math skills and comfort working with pricing and margin calculations
  • Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with internal teams
  • Must be willing to sign our standard non-compete agreement

Work Environment/Physical Demands
Typical office environment – moderate noise level. This position regularly requires standing; walking; sitting; use hands; reaching with hands and arms; and talking and/or hearing. Occasional lifting and/or moving up to 25 pounds.

We are an equal opportunity employer, dedicated to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone is valued and has equal access to opportunities.

WE ARE A DRUGFREE WORKPLACE

Eastern Metal Supply, Inc.

About Eastern Metal Supply, Inc.

At EMS, we are committed to DELIVERING MORE—innovation, value and solutions to meet the evolving needs of our customers. Guided by our Vision to be the Preferred and Most Trusted Resource for High-Quality Aluminum Product Solutions, we empower industries with the aluminum products and expertise they need to thrive.

With strategically located distribution centers and advanced capabilities, we provide fast, reliable service across markets like construction, transportation, marine, and custom fabrication. Our extensive inventory and value-added services drive our partners' success.

As industry leaders, we embrace new technologies, sustainable practices, and forward-thinking strategies. We focus on building long-term partnerships by understanding customer needs and delivering tailored solutions.

At EMS, we’re not just aluminum suppliers—we’re partners in progress, ready to help you succeed now and in the future.

Markets Include:

Sign & Exhibit; Awning & Shade; Shutters; Fence, Railing & Gates; Patio & Pool; Dock & Deck; Marine Products; Boat Lifts & Trailers; Cargo, Truck & Body; Window Treatments; Construction, Window & Doors and More!

Featuring a full line of Standard Aluminum Extrusions, Sheet & Plate products and Custom Extrusion capabilities.

We also provide Machining & Fabrication Services.

Capabilities include:

• CNC Centers (Mills/Lathes)

• Shearing

• Precision cutting (12"​-50'​)

• Punching

• Deburring

• Drilling

• Tapping

• Assembly/Welding

• Roll Forming

• Beveling/Chamfering

• Bending

• Sanding

• Anodizing

• Powder Coat Paint

• Design Assistance (R & D)

For more information including our online product catalog, credit applications and more, visit our website: www.EasternMetal.com

Industry
Wholesale & Distribution
Company Size
501-1,000 employees
Headquarters
Lake Worth, FL
Year Founded
1982
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