Inside Sales Manager

** Johnstone Supply- Houston**** Inside Sales Manager**Houston, TX 77007**Inside Sales Manager**HVAC/R WHOLESALE SUPPLYJohnstone Supply of Houston is a HVAC Wholesale Supply company looking to expand our team. We are seeking an experienced, results driven Inside Sales Manager to join our team.WHO WE ARE:Johnstone Supply has been providing brand name products, expert technical knowledge and superior customer service to the HVAC/R (heating, ventilation, air-conditioning and refrigeration) industry since 1953. We are locally owned and operated and are backed by the national buying power of over 500 stores and six regional distribution centers.The Inside Sales Manager will be responsible for overseeing the inside sales team, increasing sales within the existing customer base and developing new customers. A candidate for this position must possess excellent sales skills with documented successful call center management experience. Direct experience in the HVAC/R industry is not necessary, but experience in a similar sales distribution experience is helpful.The successful candidate will possess the following:Required:* 4 year College degree OR equivalent combination of education and experience* Minimum of 3 years of documented successful inside sales management.* Demonstrated understanding and application of effective sales strategies and techniques* Excellent negotiation and objection countering skills* Skill in proactively communicating (both verbal and written) to establish relationships and influence decisions* Motivated and results driven, with a strong drive to succeed and demonstrated tenacity in achieving sales goals.Preferred:* 5 or more years of successful direct sales experience.* Direct sales experience in the business-to-business HVAC/R.We value the dedication and solid work ethic of our employees and we offer a superior compensation package for team members including: a base salary, commission, vacation, paid holidays, and 401K.***Equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.***