Inside sales specialist (iss)
- Québec, QC, Canada
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Probewell Lab Inc. | Québec City, Canada
Probewell designs and manufactures specialized test equipment for electric utilities throughout North America and international markets. As we continue to grow, we are looking for a proactive, customer-focused Inside Sales Specialist (ISS) to help drive sales opportunities, support customers, and contribute to business development activities.
This position combines customer relationship management, sales support, quotations, order coordination, and business development. The ideal candidate enjoys building relationships, following up with customers, identifying opportunities, and collaborating closely with technical and operational teams.
Compensation
- Competitive compensation package based on experience
- Variable compensation plan including commissions and performance-based incentives
- Comprehensive group insurance program
- Employer-matched retirement savings program
- Professional development and career growth opportunities
Main Responsibilities
Sales & Business Development
- Respond to customer inquiries and identify sales opportunities.
- Prepare quotations, proposals, and pricing recommendations.
- Proactively follow up on quotes and open opportunities to maximize conversion rates.
- Build and maintain strong relationships with customers, distributors, and sales representatives.
- Conduct outbound customer follow-up activities to generate repeat business and uncover new opportunities.
- Support the development of new markets, customers, and strategic accounts.
- Maintain accurate sales forecasts, customer information, and opportunity tracking within CRM systems.
Customer & Order Management
- Process purchase orders and coordinate order fulfillment with production, shipping, and accounting teams.
- Keep customers informed regarding order status, lead times, deliveries, and any schedule changes.
- Ensure a positive customer experience from quotation through delivery and after-sales support.
- Maintain accurate customer and order records in ERP and CRM systems.
Sales Operations
- Support external sales representatives with quotations, documentation, product information, and customer follow-up.
- Contribute to the continuous improvement of CRM and ERP processes, reporting, and data quality.
- Prepare sales reports, pipeline updates, and activity tracking metrics.
- Participate in customer presentations, virtual meetings, and product demonstrations as required.
Trade Shows & Marketing Support
- Coordinate trade show and event preparation, including demonstration equipment, literature, and promotional materials.
- Manage event logistics, including international shipments, customs documentation, temporary exports, and return shipments.
- Track and maintain demonstration equipment inventory and condition.
- Occasionally attend trade shows, industry events, and customer visits across North America.
More about this job
Responsibilities
The Inside Sales Specialist at Probewell Lab will respond to customer inquiries, prepare quotes, follow up on open opportunities and keep customer and order records up to date. The role also coordinates orders with production, shipping and accounting, and supports trade shows with equipment and logistics.
Requirements
Candidates need a customer-focused approach, strong follow-up habits and comfort with CRM and ERP systems. Experience coordinating quotes, orders and sales documentation is expected, along with the ability to work closely with technical and operational teams.
Skills
- CRM systems
- ERP systems
- Quotation preparation
- Order processing
- Sales forecasting
- Pipeline management
- Sales reporting
- Customs documentation
- Trade show coordination
- Inventory tracking
- Business development
- Customer follow-up
- Pricing recommendations
- Bilingual communication
- Microsoft Excel
Benefits
- Group insurance program
- Variable compensation and commissions
- Professional development
Categories
- Sales
- Customer Service & Support
- Energy
- Manufacturing
Keywords
- Inside sales
- Inside sales specialist
- Sales support
- Quotations
- Order management
- CRM
- ERP
- Business development
- Customer service
- Sales operations
- Trade shows
- Sales forecasting
- Electric utilities
- Test equipment
- Customs documentation
- Pipeline management
- Sales reporting
Perks
- Retirement plan
- Performance bonus
Tools
- CRM
- ERP
Languages
- English
- French