Entry Level Sales

Company Description

Carter & Ver Plank, a DXP Company, is part of a national industrial distribution and solutions organization serving a wide range of commercial and manufacturing customers. As a DXP Company, Carter & Ver Plank benefits from strong operational support, established processes, and a focus on long-term customer relationships. Team members work in a performance-driven environment that emphasizes integrity, safety, and continuous improvement.

The company values employees who are eager to learn, contribute to growth, and deliver dependable service to customers. Joining Carter & Ver Plank offers opportunities to build a career in sales within a stable, growing organization.

The Entry Level Sales role is a full-time, on-site position based in Tampa, FL. This role involves learning and supporting the sales process, including identifying customer needs, presenting products and solutions, and assisting with order follow-up. Day-to-day tasks include making outbound calls, responding to customer inquiries, preparing basic quotes, and maintaining accurate records in the CRM system. The position also includes shadowing experienced sales professionals, participating in product and sales training, and collaborating with customer service and operations teams to ensure timely and accurate deliveries.

The ideal candidate is motivated to develop sales skills, build strong customer relationships, and contribute to team and company revenue goals.

• Candidates should possess strong Communication skills to interact clearly and professionally with customers and internal teams.
• Candidates should possess Customer Service skills focused on responsiveness, problem-solving, and building positive customer experiences.
• Candidates should possess foundational Sales skills, including basic prospecting, relationship building, and follow-up.
• Candidates should possess Training-related abilities, such as openness to coaching, willingness to learn products and processes, and applying feedback to improve performance.
• Candidates should possess introductory Sales Management-related skills, such as organizing leads, tracking activities, and supporting account management efforts.
• Additional beneficial qualifications include proficiency with Microsoft Office and CRM tools, strong organizational and time management skills, and a results-oriented mindset.
• A high school diploma or equivalent is required; post-secondary education in business, marketing, or a related field is a plus.
• Ability to work on-site in Tampa, FL, collaborate in a team environment, and maintain a professional, customer-focused attitude.