Inside Sales Representative - Grand Rapids Area

Job Description

Job Description

Inside Sales Representative | Grand Rapids, MI

Salary Range: $55,000 - $84,000 depending on experience

Are you a forward-thinking professional with a passion for excelling in inside sales representative? The Pivot Group is committed to fostering meaningful relationships in the manufacturing community. We partner with companies in Grand Rapids seeking skilled Inside Sales Representatives.

The Opportunity

We partner with manufacturers across Grand Rapids seeking Inside Sales Representatives who want more than a lateral move. These companies hire intentionally, and we connect them with professionals ready for roles that fit.

Key Responsibilities

• Qualify and develop new sales leads through outbound calls, emails, and digital channels.
• Prepare and deliver accurate product quotes, proposals, and sales presentations to prospective and existing customers.
• Manage the full sales cycle from initial inquiry to order processing and post-sale follow-up.
• Maintain strong relationships with existing customers to identify upsell and cross-sell opportunities.
• Collaborate with production, engineering, and logistics teams to ensure timely delivery and customer satisfaction.
• Utilize CRM software to track sales activities, manage customer data, and forecast sales pipeline.
• Achieve monthly and quarterly sales targets and key performance indicators (KPIs).

Recommended Qualifications

• Proven experience in inside sales, preferably within a B2B manufacturing or industrial environment.
• Strong understanding of manufacturing processes, products, or industrial components.
• Proficiency with CRM software (e.g., Salesforce, HubSpot) for managing leads and sales pipelines.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with a focus on active listening and persuasive articulation.
• Ability to understand and explain technical product specifications to a diverse customer base.

Bonus Qualifications

• Experience with ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle, NetSuite)
• Basic understanding of manufacturing processes (e.g., machining, injection molding, fabrication)
• Familiarity with technical drawings or specifications
• Fluency in a second language relevant to target markets

Job Titles That Should Apply

Inside Sales Representative, Sales Representative, Business Development Representative, Sales Development Representative, Internal Sales Representative, Remote Sales Specialist, Inside Sales Executive, Account Executive (Inside Sales), Sales Consultant (Inside), Lead Generation Specialist

Why Pivot Group

The Pivot Group was founded by manufacturing professionals who've been on both sides of the hiring process. Our clients are strategic—they partner with us because they want real insight into their roles and the people filling them, not a stack of resumes. We focus on match-driven placements built around what actually matters: Commute, Compensation, Culture, and Career trajectory.

If you're ready to take the next step in your career and connect with a firm that values fit over speed, we invite you to reach out. The Pivot Group offers resources to support your search—market insights, resume feedback, and interview preparation. As our partnerships grow, we'll reach out with opportunities aligned with your goals. Thank you for considering this approach to career advancement.