Kick Your Career into Gear
Are you technically minded with a servant’s heart? Join Industrial Electronic Supply (IES) as a Customer Service and Sales Representative in Longview, Texas, where you'll be the vital member of the IES team.
About IES
Serving Industry for 60+ years. A culture that values you. Since 1963, IES has been a trusted partner – adding locations across five states, and now specializing in industrial automation, controls, drives, power distribution, and instrumentation.
Why Join Our Team?
✓ Learn from the best – Product training from leading manufacturers, and our experienced team
✓ Technical growth – Expand your knowledge of cutting-edge industrial technology
✓ Stable environment – 60+ years of consistent growth and employee loyalty
✓ Team culture – Collaborative atmosphere where your contributions matter
✓ Work-life balance – Full time position with paid time off, and no nights or weekends
The Role
As a Customer Service and Sales Representative, you'll combine technical knowledge with exceptional customer service to help industrial customers find the right solutions for their automation and control needs. This is more than order-taking—you'll be a problem-solver and trusted resource.
Your Day-to-Day:
- Respond to customers via phone, email, and in-person with professionalism and urgency
- Provide assistance with products and technical information
- Prepare accurate quotes and process orders efficiently
- Collaborate with the automation and sales team to support customer accounts
- Research product specifications and availability to meet customer requirements
- Build lasting relationships with customers and vendor partners
- Support inventory management and branch operations
- Continuously expand your product knowledge through manufacturer training
What Makes This Role Different?
Unlike typical call center or order-entry positions, you'll develop real technical expertise while building meaningful customer relationships. You'll work with engineers, maintenance managers, and purchasing professionals who depend on your knowledge and responsiveness.
What You Bring
Required Qualifications:
- Exceptional customer service skills with professional phone etiquette
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook)
- Strong communication abilities (verbal and written)
- Basic electronics knowledge (through education, training, or hands-on experience)
- Excellent organizational and time management skills
- Team player with a positive, can-do attitude
- Valid driver's license
- Customer service or inside sales experience
Preferred Qualifications:
- Knowledge of electrical systems and industrial products
- Familiarity with industrial automation, controls, or electrical distribution
- Experience in technical sales or industrial supply
- Understanding of product categories: PLCs, drives, motors, instrumentation, etc.
- Previous experience in a fast-paced sales or service environment
Fundamentials for Success:
- Technical aptitude – Eager to learn complex product lines
- Problem-solver – Enjoys finding solutions for customer challenges
- Detail-oriented – Ensures accuracy in quotes, orders, and documentation
- Self-motivated – Takes initiative and ownership of customer relationships
- Professional – Represents IES with integrity and excellence
Compensation & Benefits
- Competitive base salary + profit sharing (as applicable)
- 401(k) retirement plan with generous company matching
- Comprehensive health insurance and life insurance policy for eligible employees
- Dental, vision, accident and additional supplemental insurance coverages available
- Paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays
- Paid volunteer day to support a nonprofit of your choice
- Ongoing manufacturer training and professional development
- Stable work schedule with no overnight travel
Ready to Start Your Industrial Sales Career?
If you're looking for more than just a job—if you want a long-term career with a stable, growing company that invests in your development—we want to hear from you.
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IES is an Equal Opportunity Employer and maintains a drug-free workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, or any other basis protected by federal, state, or local law. Pre-employment drug screening required.