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Richards Building Supply

Inside Sales

Normal, Illinois, United States

Location
Normal, Illinois, United States
Work
On-site
Employment
Full-time
Level
Mid level
Function
Sales
Pay
$17.00 – $24.00 an hour
Posted
3 months ago

Pay and the market here

The top of this role’s range, $50K a year, is 58% below the median of $120K for mid level sales jobs in Illinois (middle half $90K – $185K, 85 jobs that state pay).

3 sales jobs open in Normal: 0% remote, 1 posted in the last 30 days.

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About the role

Are you passionate about delivering exceptional customer experiences and growing your career in sales?

Join Richards Building Supply, a family-owned and operated company with over 40 years of success!

We’re looking for a driven Inside Sales Representative to be the backbone of our customer relationships, providing expert guidance and support to contractors and industry professionals.

Why Join Us?

  • Stable Schedule: Full-time, Monday-Friday with consistent hours based on branch operations—no unpredictable shifts or weekend work!
  • Generous PTO: 20 PAID DAYS OFF (includes PTO, holidays, and family-focused company closure between Christmas & New Year’s!).
  • Competitive Pay & Bonuses: Strong hourly rate + OT potential during peak season, plus eligibility for discretionary holiday and performance bonuses.
  • Top-Tier Benefits:
  • Comprehensive Benefits: Medical, dental, and vision insurance with significant employer contributions to help keep costs affordable.401K with industry-leading company match.
  • Additional voluntary benefits, including disability coverage and accident insurance.
  • Career Growth: We invest in your success—whether through training, promotions, or new opportunities.
  • Family-Owned & Operated: We treat our team like family and foster a supportive, team-driven environment.

What You'll Do

  • Act as a trusted advisor to customers, helping them find the right products for their projects.
  • Handle inbound and outbound customer interactions—whether over the phone or in-person—ensuring every customer feels valued.
  • Collaborate with Outside Sales reps to drive sales and resolve customer needs.
  • Process orders, track inventory, and coordinate product transfers to meet customer demands.
  • Educate customers on promotions, new products, and industry trends to maximize sales opportunities.
  • Maintain accurate records, process payments, and ensure seamless order fulfillment.

Requirements

  • 2-3 years of experience in a customer-facing role, preferably in sales, retail, or distribution.
  • Strong computer skills (Microsoft Office, CRM experience a plus!).
  • Ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment.
  • Industry knowledge is a plus—but we’re happy to train motivated candidates!
  • Spanish-speaking skills are a strong advantage but not required.
  • Willingness to travel overnight (up to 10%).

Ready to build your future with us? Apply today and become part of our growing family at Richards Building Supply!

Req ID #ZR Normal

Richards Building Supply is a wholesale building material distributor serving 16 states with 67 locations! As a family owned, operated and focused company, Richards Building Supply has spent nearly 50 years building a thriving and profitable organization, as well as invaluable business relationships. Richards stocks a comprehensive line of products such as residential and commercial roofing, siding, windows, decking, soffit, doors, molding, rainware, cabinets, and more!

Learn more about us here: https://www.richards-supply.com/about

Terms and Conditions / Privacy Policy: https://www.richards-supply.com/privacy-policy/

Richards Building Supply believes in hiring military veterans at any level for any position. We know your service trained you in many of the areas we value, such as; leadership, teamwork, performance, integrity, and safety. If your experience matches our requirements, we want you to apply today.

It’s more than a job, it is your Career! Submit your resume today to join our exciting and growing family.

Compensation is based on knowledge of our business and years of experience.

Source

Posted by Richards Building Supply on their own hiring page, jobs.lever.co. OptiTalent shows it as published, read 07 Nov 2026 11:20 UTC; the original is the reference.

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