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Inside Product Specialist - Tools & Safety

Werner Electric Supply

Appleton, WI
Full Time
Mid Level
10 days ago

Job Description

About the Role

The Inside Product Specialist - Tools & Safety supports and promotes Tools and Safety product lines in support of company growth and strategic objectives. Werner Electric Supply is a leading electrical distributor with a strong community-oriented culture that values individuality, creativity, and work-life balance. The role involves engaging with customers, providing product expertise, and supporting sales and marketing efforts within a hybrid work environment at their Appleton, WI location.

Key Responsibilities

  • Maintain up-to-date knowledge of product offerings and pricing strategies to provide informed and competitive quoting.
  • Prepare and conduct product and technology-based demos, presentations, and seminars for customers to promote the products.
  • Utilize the customer relationship manager (CRM) tool to log and manage customer opportunities, tasks, customer interactions, and support responses from customers in assigned region.
  • Execute product strategy for new and emerging products within designated product lines.
  • Participate in sales planning meetings with Account Managers and Product Manager as requested.
  • Serve as a subject matter expert on tool products, features, and usage.
  • Collaborate with purchasing and inventory teams to ensure product availability.
  • Provide post-sales support to customers including assisting with escalated issues, troubleshooting, and expediting issues to vendors.
  • Support eCommerce/Marketing with validation of products and content and improve online presence of tools and safety products.

Requirements

  • Maintain a valid driver's license.
  • Associate's or Bachelor's Degree in Business or related field and 1-2 years of customer service experience.
  • Alternatively, 3-5 years of relevant experience in the tools and safety equipment industry, including familiarity with product specifications, applications, and distribution channels.
  • Proficiency with customer relationship management software (CRM).

Nice to Have

  • Experience or background with product distribution is strongly preferred.
  • Working experience within business systems (Solar highly preferred).
  • Working experience in trades is highly preferred.

Benefits & Perks

  • Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
  • Short & Long-Term Disability Insurance
  • Life and AD&D Insurance
  • 401(k) Retirement Plan with company match
  • Paid holidays, vacation, personal, and sick days
  • Pet Insurance
  • Identity Theft Protection
  • Accident Insurance & Critical Illness Coverage
  • Tuition Reimbursement
  • Annual bonuses and merit increases based on performance
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
  • Wellness Programs
  • Employee Resource Groups (ERG)
  • Career Development & Leadership Training
  • Paid Parental Leave

Working at Werner Electric Supply

Werner Electric Supply has a family-oriented culture built around exceptional customer service. The company celebrates individuality, encourages creativity, and values each person's voice. It promotes balance and flexibility to help employees thrive both professionally and personally. Recognized as a Great Place to Work, Werner emphasizes continuous improvement of its people, products, and services to ensure long-term success for employees and customers.

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Job Details

Posted AtAug 29, 2025
Job CategoryAccount Management
SalaryCompetitive salary
Job TypeFull Time
Work ModeHybrid
ExperienceMid Level

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About Werner Electric Supply

Website

wernerelectric.com

Location

Appleton, WI

Industry

Electrical Apparatus and Equipment, Wiring Supplies, and Related Equipment Merchant Wholesalers

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