Inside Sales
Gypsum Management and Supply
1001 to 5000 employeesFounded in 1971, GMS is a leading supplier of construction materials in the US. GMS’s extensive product offering of wallboard, suspended ceilings systems and complementary interior construction products is designed to provide a comprehensive one-stop-shop for our core customer, the interior contractor who installs these products in commercial and residential buildings. Today, GMS operates a growing network of subsidiary companies with more than 190 locally managed yards nationwide. The Yard Support Center in Tucker, Georgia serves each GMS location, providing the support needed to enable them to continue their outstanding service of contractors and builders in their local communities. Our unique business philosophy empowers employees at the local level to respond to the specific needs of their local customers, with a focus on building long term partnerships and relationships. It is this unique approach that has served both our employees and their local customers well for decades.
We create opportunities, build significant relationships, and deliver solutions.
Our vision is to be the premier distributor in every market we serve through embracing our unique culture and professional humility.
Company Info
- Company - Public (GMS)
- Tucker, GA
- 1971
- CEO is Michael Callahan
- Construction, Repair & Maintenance
- $1 to $2 billion (USD) per year
- www.gms.com
Job description
GMS is the leading North American distributor of gypsum wallboard, acoustical ceiling products and other specialty building materials. Founded in 1971, GMS now operates a network of more than 200 distribution centers nationwide. For more information about GMS, visit www.gms.com or any one of our subsidiary company websites.
Duties & Responsibilities:
- Take orders at the sales counter and over the phone
- Build relationships with customers
- Ability to use company computer system as needed
- Complete sales orders and tender cash sales
- Develop product knowledge to assist customers with purchases
- Cold-call prospects that are generated by external lead sources
- Work with Outside Sales Reps to develop a plan to help in the overall sales effort
- Overcome objections of prospective customers
- Emphasize product/service/safety/ features and benefits, quote prices, discuss credit terms, and prepare sales order forms and/or reports
Requirements:
- High school diploma or GED required, 4 year degree preferred
- Ability to self-manage, show initiative and be comfortable meeting the public
- Must be a team player, demonstrate attention to detail and have good organizational skills
Company benefits:
- Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability & Life Insurance
- 401k
- Paid holidays & vacation days
Launch your career with a national building materials distributor and discover opportunities for growth and advancement. Our people have the independence and authority to make a difference. We invest in relationships, and every person is important. Our highest priority is serving others. We passionately pursue a safe work environment along with a relentless focus on operational excellence. We believe you can never go wrong doing the right thing.
The company provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, status as a covered veteran, or any other protected category in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws.
Work location: Tampa, FL
