Inside Sales Rep

About Us:

Vanguard Electronics has been an industry leader for over 60 years in the design and manufacture of inductors and transformers. With a reputation for reliability in demanding environments, Vanguard is a preferred supplier to major contractors in the Defense, Aerospace, Space, Medical, and Down-hole Oil & Gas industries. At Vanguard Electronics we pride ourselves on delivering high reliability, innovation, and excellence to our customers.

About the Position:

An inside sales representative will play a fundamental role in achieving our ambitious growth objectives. You must be comfortable making phone and email contact, working with channel partners, generating interest, responding to request for quote (RFQ) and qualifying prospects and ultimately closing sales. The candidate will be a liaison (for sales) between the company and the customer while supporting Vanguard’s company vision, mission, and core values.

Specific Duties and Responsibilities:

• Respond to customer inquiries regarding Vanguard products and provide information and service for RFQ's, purchase orders, and delivery.
• Builds customer rapport and strengthens customer - supplier relationships.
• Maintains CRM database with accurate information.
• Coordinates the order status by working with various internal departments and the customer.
• Fluent in Microsoft Office (Excel / Outlook / Word / PowerPoint)
• Assures compliance with ITAR and all other laws and regulations pertaining to Vanguard sales.
• Source new sales opportunities through inbound lead follow-up and outbound phone calls and emails.
• Understand customer needs and requirements.
• Route qualified opportunities to the appropriate sales executives for further development and closure.
• Close sales and achieve quarterly quotas.
• Research accounts, identify key players and generate interest.
• Maintain and expand the database of prospects.
• Perform effective online presentations/demos to prospects.
• Support Sales Managers where needed.

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities: We are looking for someone who is analytically minded, who collects and researches data. The ideal candidate would demonstrate a continuous drive to learn; they seek feedback to improve performance, strive to continuously build knowledge and skills, and share expertise with others. The inside sales representative will demonstrate affective problem solving, business acumen, judgement, and quality in their work. This person will also perform mathematics and computer skills.

Education/Experience: Associate degree or equivalent from two-year college or technical school; or six months to one-year related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Why should you join our team?

Our team is growing! At Vanguard Electronics, we recognize that our employees play a vital role in our success, so we’ve created an environment that focuses on innovation, empowerment, and recognition of individual expertise.

We are known for our quality products and exemplary customer service, and it all starts with our employees. We are proud of the role we play as technology leaders and the difference we make every day by putting our customers first! We are also committed to providing our employees with a comprehensive package and career growth opportunities!

Medical, Dental, Vision, & Prescription plans
401K Program with Employer Match
Group Life Insurance
Chiropractic Coverage
Vacation & Sick Time

This position is not eligible for relocation allowance.

Vanguard Electronics is an equal-opportunity organization. We recruit, employ, train, compensate and promote without regard to race, religion, creed, color, national origin, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, disability, veteran status, or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state or local law.

At Vanguard Electronics, we are committed to fostering an inclusive, accessible environment, where all employees are valued and supported. If you are a candidate with a disability and need an accommodation to complete the application process, please contact Caity Dawson at cdawson@rcdcomponents.com. Include your full name and the best way to reach you, along with the accommodation needed to assist you with the application process.