Job Description
As an Inside Sales Specialist, you will be responsible for handling incoming customer requests, including Requests for Quote (RFQ), Requests for Proposal (RFP), and Requests for Information (RFI). You will provide written and verbal responses to these requests, manage customer orders, and support business development efforts.
ResponsibilitiesField incoming customer Requests for Quote (RFQ), Requests for Proposal (RFP), and Requests for Information (RFI) and provide responses via written correspondence and telephone contact.Enter new inquiries into the internal database for tracking and maintain document repositories for customer-provided information.Prepare responses to customer requests for services with established pricing.Create daily and weekly reports to communicate the status of ongoing proposal activities to senior management.Proactively engage with customers on a weekly basis to follow up on aging quotes and proposals.Enter customer orders, confirm order receipt and delivery dates, and manage the contract review process.Manage various customer portals and complete company representations and certifications.Work with internal functional managers to develop responses to customer requests for order status, order changes, and schedule expedites.Support Business Development efforts, including preparing contract proposal documents and attending trade shows.Take on additional duties as they arise to support sales and business development.Essential Skills3-4 years of strong inside sales and customer experience.Experience in ship repair or shipyard industry, with transferrable government contracting experience.Proficiency in data entry and Microsoft Excel.Ability to work independently with strong verbal, writing, and interpersonal skills.Effective collaboration skills and tenacity in closing out customer actions.Comfortable with handling highly confidential information.Additional Skills & QualificationsFamiliarity with US government contracting FAR requirements and business terms and conditions is preferred.Ability to get on the phones and be the first point of contact for clients.Willingness to learn proprietary quote log software.Enthusiastic and proactive in taking on tasks to balance workload across the organization.Work Environment
The position offers flexible hours between 6:30am and 5pm, with a mandatory onsite meeting at 8:30am daily. The work environment is collaborative, with opportunities for learning and growth. The team is small, allowing for personalized training and development towards future roles.
Pay and BenefitsThe pay range for this position is $65000.00 - $70000.00/hr.
Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job
classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be
subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits
available for this temporary role may include the following:
• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)
Workplace Type
This is a fully onsite position in Norfolk,VA.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Jul 9, 2025.
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\n\nAbout Aston Carter:\n
Aston Carter provides world-class corporate talent solutions to thousands of clients across the globe. Specialized in accounting, finance, human resources, talent acquisition, procurement, supply chain and select administrative professions, we extend the capabilities of industry-leading companies. We draw on our deep recruiting expertise and expansive network to meet the evolving needs of our clients and talent community with agility and excellence. With offices across the U.S., Canada, Asia Pacific and Europe, Aston Carter serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® double diamond winner for both client and talent service.
\n\nThe company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.
\nIf you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email astoncarteraccommodation@astoncarter.com for other accommodation options.
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