Dynamic Inside Sales Representative with a proven track record at Unique Welding & Fabricating Ltd, excelling in customer service and vendor negotiations. Recognized for enhancing customer satisfaction through tailored solutions and achieving cost savings by securing favorable pricing. Detail-oriented and proactive, committed to driving sales growth and fostering strong relationships.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
Work History
Inside Sales Representative/ Purchasing Agent
Unique Welding & Fabricating Ltd
03.2022 - Current
Prospecting New Leads
Initiate contact for new & existing customer accounts
Collaborate with Sales Representatives to secure orders and achieve sales goals
Assist customers with solutions & offer guidance & expertise on products
Managed friendly and professional Customer & Vendor relationships
Process quotes , customer purchase orders, confirmations and sales orders
Contact Vendors for best price & availability
Negotiated prices and terms of sale with Vendors to reach mutually beneficial agreement
Enter purchase orders
Ensured timely delivery of materials through effective planning and coordination with suppliers.
Facilitated smooth operations through accurate tracking of purchase orders, invoices, and payments.
Maintain accurate and detailed records in company database
Set up new accounts, helped established customer credit and set up payment methods.
Participate in weekly meetings to discuss company growth , improvement and goals
Answered customers' questions regarding products, prices, and availability.
Inside Sales Representative
Hercules Sealing Products
03.2013 - 07.2019
Communicate with customers regarding products, assist with applications and needs
Educate customers to improve sales & customer satisfaction
Effective liaison for key accounts
Process orders accurately via phone(high call volume) fax & email
Contact Vendors to provide RFQ for quoting customer
Coordinate with sales/ technical specialists/ Vendors/ Purchasing dept for quoting and order security
Enhance customer retention by offering tailored solutions to address unique needs and challenges, resulting in increased loyalty and repeat business.
Inside Sales Representative / Customer Service
Thyssenkrupp Materials NA
09.2008 - 03.2013
Answered customers questions regarding products, prices, and availability.
Increased sales revenue by building strong relationships with clients and providing insightful product recommendations.
Enhanced customer satisfaction through attentive service, addressing concerns promptly, and offering tailored solutions.
Maintained up-to-date knowledge of available products to best serve customers and maximize sales potential.
Quoted / ordered non ferrous metals for customers
Determine key buying influences for existing & potential customers
Purchasing Agent
Construction Specialties Ltd
Mississauga, Ontario
06.2000 - 09.2008
Supported company growth by identifying new suppliers and expanding vendor base.
Created purchase orders to monitor stock levels, verify purchase requisitions, and expedite customer orders.
Achieved cost savings by negotiating contracts and securing favorable pricing with suppliers.
Maintained complete documentation and records of all purchasing activities.
Ensured timely delivery of materials through effective planning and coordination with suppliers.
Improved supplier relationships through regular communication and proactive problem solving
Maintained consistent email communication with stores and suppliers to confirm and track orders and verify price revisions on purchase orders.
Facilitated smooth operations through accurate tracking of purchase orders, invoices, and payments.