Inside Sales Representative - CHAMPRO
Bannockburn, IL 60015
About the Job
About Us:
CHAMPRO® is a privately-owned sporting goods and apparel manufacturer that has been in business for 30 years. We have received numerous industry awards for our business practices and excellent customer service. Our business philosophy is focused on our customers and we take pride in providing them with the best values in team sports equipment and apparel. We are looking for a qualified Inside Sales Representative to join our sales team working Mon - Fri from 9:30 AM to 6:00 PM.
Position:
The Inside Sales Representative will assist in various stages of the sales funnel, including creating awareness of new offerings, generating leads, coordination with outside sales representatives and working in customer service. Build long-lasting, mutually beneficial relationships with their contacts, always striving to find the products which best fit the individual needs of the client. Must be willing to relocate anywhere in the U.S in the next 6-12 months.
You will have the opportunity to:
- Manage the day to day operations of our Bid Support program by filling out and completing bids on behalf of our retailers
- Collecting and analyzing data to learn more about consumer behavior
- Keeping accurate records pertaining to inventory and account notes
- Identifying industry trends
- Research and generate lists of potential customers
- Building a database of sports teams, leagues and organizations
- Make contact with and qualify potential customers. I.E. Intramural sports programs, Sports complexes, training facilities, etc.
- Learn and apply sales techniques
- Maintain sales records
- Learn Customer Service
- Loading leads into CRM (Customer relationship management) software
Requirements:
- Sales, Sports or Business Administration background preferred
- Ability to collect, track, and analyze large amounts of data.
- Adaptability and strong problem-solving skills.
- Excellent active listening skills.
- Ability to build rapport and collaborate with others within the company and externally.
- Understanding of consumer behaviors and industry trends.
- Extensive, accurate product knowledge.
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
- Ability to work in a fast-paced team environment in sporting goods
- Interested in learning all aspects of business operations
- Entrepreneurial Spirit
- Experience with PowerPoint, Word, and Excel preferred
- Must be willing to relocate in the future
Company Culture:
We are proud to offer eligible associates a full-range of benefits including medical, dental, vision and life insurance, as well as short-term and long-term disability, 401K, Profit Sharing, paid time off, holidays, and reimbursement toward gym membership fees. A collaborative atmosphere working together to exceed our customers’ expectations, as well as, an Equal Opportunity Employer bringing together diverse individuals to develop new and innovative solutions