What are the responsibilities and job description for the Electrical Lighting Inside Sales Representative position at Republic Companies?
Location: Dubuque, IA | Type: Full-Time | Can reside in Our Cedar Rapids, Davenport, Des Moines or Peoria location.
Republic, a 109-year-old, third-generation enterprise headquartered in the Quad Cities, is seeking an Electrical Lighting Inside Sales Representative to join our team. This role will manage a well-established book of business in the Dubuque area.
We’re one of the Midwest’s largest independent distributors of electrical, HVAC, energy management, refrigeration, and sign support products—with branches across Iowa, Illinois, Missouri, and Wisconsin.
What You’ll Do
- Grow and manage assigned accounts in collaboration with the Outside Sales team.
- Serve as a liaison between customers and Territory Managers, providing pricing, availability, and top-tier customer service.
- Make proactive sales calls and support counter sales as needed.
- Manage orders from quote to delivery, ensuring customer satisfaction.
- Provide technical and product assistance to drive new and repeat business.
- Attend product training sessions and develop deep product knowledge.
What We’re Looking For
- High School Diploma (College Degree preferred).
- 2 years of inside sales or distribution experience.
- Self-motivated with strong communication and selling skills.
- Experience working with field sales and executing sales campaigns.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).
- Knowledge of LED, Fluorescent, HID, and Metal Halide fixtures and lamps.
Why Republic?
- Competitive salary and growth opportunities.
- Comprehensive benefits: 401(k), life insurance, medical, dental, vision, disability coverage.
- Paid time off, parental leave, and family matters time.
- A fun, family-oriented workplace culture.
Schedule: Monday–Friday
Work Location: In-person
Republic is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer.