Sr. Inside Sales Representative – Milwaukee
SkyWater is excited to represent a leading company in the industrial distribution and automation industry, specializing in innovative solutions for burner management, combustion systems, and fluid power products. We are seeking a dynamic Inside Sales Representative to join their team in northern Milwaukee.
This full-time position offers an opportunity to work with cutting-edge automation and instrumentation technologies, providing customer-focused solutions in a fast-paced, collaborative environment. You’ll play a key role in supporting customers by offering technical expertise, processing orders, and building strong relationships with vendors and internal teams. The role is ideal for someone with a proactive, solution-oriented mindset who thrives on delivering exceptional customer service and is eager to grow within the industry.
Responsibilities
- Engage with customers via phone, email, or in-person to provide technical recommendations, process orders, and deliver pricing and availability updates
- Collaborate with application engineers and account managers to develop tailored solutions for customer needs, including specifying parts based on product guides (e.g., connections, materials, or compression requirements)
- Manage transactional tasks such as order entry, quotes, returns, and credits while maintaining accurate records
- Act as a problem-solver, researching and resolving customer inquiries with professionalism and efficiency
- Occasionally assist with light shipping and receiving tasks, depending on location
Desired Skills and Experience
- 2+ years of experience in industrial distribution, manufacturing, or fluid power products (experience in process measurement, flow control, or valves is a plus)
- Strong communication skills and a customer-focused approach to building professional relationships
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook); experience with ERP systems (e.g., P21) is preferred but not required
- A self-motivated team player with a passion for problem-solving and learning complex product lines
- High School Diploma or GED required; additional education in a related field is a plus
- Background in automation or combustion systems is highly desirable
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