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Whim Event Rentals - Inside Sales

Whim Hospitality, Austin, Texas, us, 78716

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About The Role At Whim Event Rentals, our Inside Sales Associates are the heartbeat of our sales team. You’ll work directly with clients to turn event ideas into beautifully executed rental orders — from first inquiry to final details. You’ll also partner closely with our

Business Development Representative (BDR)

to support outbound opportunities, client communication, and ticket creation.

Job Title & Team Job Title:

Inside Sales Associate

Company:

Whim Event Rentals

Department:

Sales

Reports To:

Sales Director of Sales

This role is perfect for someone who enjoys relationship-building, loves a fast pace, and takes pride in both closing deals

and

keeping the details tight.

What You’ll Do (aka How You’ll Win)

Own & Support the Sales Process

Respond to inbound leads and guide clients through their rental options

Create accurate, thoughtful quotes, proposals, and tickets

Follow up consistently to move opportunities from “interested” to “booked”

Close sales and ensure contracts, deposits, and event details are completed on time

Support Business Development Efforts

Assist the Business Development Representative with client communication and follow-ups

Build and update tickets for outbound or prospect-driven opportunities

Help maintain organized records and ensure smooth handoffs from business development to sales

Support outreach initiatives with timely admin and system updates

Be a Trusted Event Partner

Ask the right questions to understand event vision, logistics, and timelines

Recommend rental solutions that balance style, function, and budget

Set clear expectations so clients feel confident every step of the way

Collaborate Like a Pro

Work closely with Operations, Warehouse, Accounting, and the BDR to ensure seamless execution

Communicate order updates, changes, and special requirements clearly

Jump in to support teammates during peak seasons (events are a team sport)

Stay Organized & Data-Driven

Maintain accurate customer, contract, and order records in our rental software

Track pipeline activity, follow-ups, and assigned opportunities

Assist with sales reporting and forecasting as needed

What We’re Looking For

Enjoy building relationships and communicating clearly

Are organized, detail-oriented, and love a good checklist

Can balance independent work with team collaboration

Thrive in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment

Take pride in helping deals move forward smoothly

Experience

1–3 years of sales, inside sales, or customer-facing experience preferred

Event, hospitality, or rentals experience is a plus (but not required)

Experience with CRM or rental software is helpful — training provided

Why Whim?

A collaborative, upbeat team that celebrates wins together

Clear goals, strong support, and meaningful growth opportunities

Competitive compensation with commission or bonus potential

Exposure to a wide variety of events — no two days are the same

Growth at Whim We believe in growing from within. Inside Sales Associates at Whim have opportunities to advance into

Senior Sales, Account Management, Business Development, or Leadership roles

based on performance and interest.

The Whim Way We believe details matter — and so do people. If you’re dependable, friendly, and excited to help create unforgettable events while building your career, we’d love to meet you.

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