Are you ready for a new chapter in your career? Do you want to be a part of a bigger story? Alum-Line Inc. has an exciting opportunity for you as a Sales Order Manager! Located in Cresco, Iowa, our team has been delivering high-quality custom-built aluminum products for 39 years!

CONCEPT: This is not a telemarketing job. Understands the level of quality and workmanship that is required to be a successful employee and member of his/her team.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES

The essential responsibilities for this position include:

• Sales duties include telephone calls, walk-in customers, email leads.
• Quote product pricing and information according to customer’s specifications/needs via telephone, fax, email or written correspondence.
• Maintain existing dealer accounts as well as setup new dealer accounts.
• Write up work orders for products and communicate to manufacturing.
• Obtain any necessary deposits/down payments on orders and arrange for balance due upon pickup or delivery of the product.
• Handle the questions/concerns from other sales staff customer’s in their absence.
• Attend trade shows (may include weekends) across the country, including driving to and from the shows, this includes setup and tear down. Note: Trade shows are very limited. 10-20 days per year maximum.
• Research special products that may be needed for custom orders. Able to research/purchase vendor items.
• Gather necessary warranty information from customers or dealers and get it to the appropriate personnel.
• Strive to exceed weekly, monthly and yearly sales goals.
• More information about position, duties, pay scale and commission pay available upon request.

QUALIFICATIONS

Education:

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field, such as marketing, business, advertising or equivalent experience preferred.
• Excellent English, writing, people and communication skills

Experience:

• Minimum of two (2) years of sales and/or marketing experience preferred, with an emphasis in social media marketing. We will train or provide additional training as needed.
• Experience in a manufacturing environment preferred, but will consider all applicants.
• Ability to work collaboratively with other department and team members is critically important.
• Strong verbal, written, math skills and previous manufacturing experience preferred.
• Must be highly motivated and self-directed.
• Demonstrated desire to work in a dynamic customer service environment going above and beyond to satisfy the customer.
• Excellent communication, customer service and sales skills, including resolving customer grievances in positive and empathetic manner.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Products.
• Excellent time management skills and the ability to multitask and prioritize work.

Safety

• Maintain a clean work area and proper maintenance of equipment.
• Obey all safety expectations set by Alum-Line

Benefits

• Annual Evaluations
• Base pay plus commission. Very rewarding pay scale
• 401(k) matching
• Dental Insurance
• Flex Spending Account
• Health Insurance
• Paid Time Off
• Vision Insurance
• Promotions
• Monday - Friday work days
• Pay grade is based on experience

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Monday to Friday
• No nights
• No weekends

Additional Information:

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.

Employment Type: Regular, Full Time

Job Type: Full-time

Expected hours: 40 per week