Senior Inside Sales Professional

Senior Inside Sales Professional

The Senior Inside Sales Professional will drive all inside sales activities for up to five strategic key accounts, focusing on large regional independent retailers. This role works in close partnership with Key Account Managers (KAMs) in the field to support account growth, manage the customer selling experience, and achieve sales targets. The ASM plays a critical role in maintaining strong client relationships, promoting new product introductions, and driving revenue growth through telephone, virtual, and digital sales channels. Location: Louisville, KY (On-site) Travel: Approximately 25%

Key Responsibilities:

• Co-manage key accounts to promote and sell appliances via telephone, email, and digital tools.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with buyers and sales associates, achieving and exceeding quarterly and annual sales targets.
• Partner with KAMs to conduct line reviews, sell in new product introductions (NPIs), and maintain compelling in-store floor displays.
• Collaborate with Regional Managers, KAMs, Buying Group Managers, and internal sales support teams to ensure a seamless customer experience.
• Oversee the ordering process, ensuring accuracy and timely execution with both customer and internal support functions.
• Implement a proactive call schedule to maximize sales growth, productivity, and account penetration.
• Leverage digital sales and CRM tools to enhance overall sales effectiveness and reporting.
• Maintain in-depth product knowledge and conduct market and competitive analyses to develop actionable sales strategies.
• Keep customers informed on market trends, rebates, promotions, and other relevant programs.
• Lead all post-sale administration and account follow-up activities.
• Support the Director of Inside Sales on special projects and strategic initiatives as needed.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent professional experience.
• Minimum of 5 years of relevant sales experience.
• Flexibility to accommodate multiple time zones.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite.
• Demonstrated success in self-directed and results-driven environments.
• Proven ability to develop, organize, and execute effective sales plans.
• Strong communication, organizational, and presentation skills.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience in retail, direct, or telephone-based sales.

Our Culture:

Our work is centered on our People and Culture as reflected in our Zero Distance philosophy and we recognize the importance of reaffirming our commitment to inclusion and diversity (I&D). This underscores our commitment to fostering an environment where every individual feels valued, connected, and empowered to contribute, while positioning our organization to adapt seamlessly to the evolving needs of our workforce and communities. This reflects our dedication to creating solutions that: Empower colleagues by fostering an environment where all voices are heard, valued, and encouraged to contribute. Strengthen communities where we live and work. Reinforce a culture of belonging, purpose, and engagement. Reflect the diversity of the communities we serve through our workforce, products, and practices. By further embedding Zero Distance into our People and Culture framework, we will continue to build a deeply connected organization. We are cultivating a culture of engagement, belonging, and connection, because while attracting new talent remains a priority, retention is a cornerstone of our strategy.

GE Appliances is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law. GE Appliances participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S.