Inside Sales Representative (PPE, Small Tools & Consumables)
Code Red Safety, Signal Hill, CA, United States
Responsibilities
Review and interpret customer RFQs, material take-offs, and equipment lists related to PPE, small tools, and consumables.
Translate refinery and oil & gas terminology into accurate product selections.
Identify missing details or suitable substitutions when necessary.
Build competitive, margin-conscious quotes aligned with company pricing strategy.
Respond to RFQs in a timely and professional manner.
Coordinate closely with outside sales and operations teams to align scope and pricing.
Ensure accuracy of SKUs, lead times, and product specifications prior to quote submission.
Maintain quote tracking and follow-up for conversion.
Quoting & Inside Sales
Review and interpret customer RFQs, material take-offs, and equipment lists related to PPE, small tools, and consumables.
Translate refinery and oil & gas terminology into accurate product selections.
Identify missing details or suitable substitutions when necessary.
Build competitive, margin-conscious quotes aligned with company pricing strategy.
Respond to RFQs in a timely and professional manner.
Coordinate closely with outside sales and operations teams to align scope and pricing.
Ensure accuracy of SKUs, lead times, and product specifications prior to quote submission.
Maintain quote tracking and follow-up for conversion.
Procurement / Buying Responsibilities
Source products from approved vendors and manufacturers.
Negotiate pricing and manage vendor relationships.
Evaluate alternate manufacturers when necessary to maintain competitiveness.
Monitor lead times and inventory availability.
Issue purchase orders and manage order confirmations.
Coordinate with warehouse and operations to ensure timely fulfillment.
Track cost changes and maintain updated pricing in ERP system.
Industry Knowledge Requirements
Refinery / turnaround terminology
Confined space equipment
Gas detection systems
Breathing air equipment
FR clothing standards
Respiratory protection (NIOSH ratings, cartridge types)
Hand and power tools commonly used in industrial maintenance
MRO supply environments
Industrial drill bits, abrasives, and fasteners
Candidate must be able to interpret shorthand descriptions, understand manufacturer cross-referencing, and identify specification mismatches without excessive clarification.
Qualifications
3+ years experience in industrial distribution, oil & gas supply, or MRO environment preferred
Strong product knowledge in PPE, small tools, and consumables
Experience with ERP systems and quoting platforms
Strong math skills and margin awareness
High attention to detail
Ability to work in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment
Strong communication skills (internal and external)
Core Competencies
Analytical thinking
Commercial awareness (margin protection)
Problem solving
Vendor negotiation
Technical product knowledge
Independent decision-making
Urgency and responsiveness
What Success Looks Like
Accurate and competitive quotes
Minimal clarification required from customers
Strong vendor relationships developed
Improved gross margin performance
High quote-to-order conversion rate
Reduced quoting cycle time
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Review and interpret customer RFQs, material take-offs, and equipment lists related to PPE, small tools, and consumables.
Translate refinery and oil & gas terminology into accurate product selections.
Identify missing details or suitable substitutions when necessary.
Build competitive, margin-conscious quotes aligned with company pricing strategy.
Respond to RFQs in a timely and professional manner.
Coordinate closely with outside sales and operations teams to align scope and pricing.
Ensure accuracy of SKUs, lead times, and product specifications prior to quote submission.
Maintain quote tracking and follow-up for conversion.
Quoting & Inside Sales
Review and interpret customer RFQs, material take-offs, and equipment lists related to PPE, small tools, and consumables.
Translate refinery and oil & gas terminology into accurate product selections.
Identify missing details or suitable substitutions when necessary.
Build competitive, margin-conscious quotes aligned with company pricing strategy.
Respond to RFQs in a timely and professional manner.
Coordinate closely with outside sales and operations teams to align scope and pricing.
Ensure accuracy of SKUs, lead times, and product specifications prior to quote submission.
Maintain quote tracking and follow-up for conversion.
Procurement / Buying Responsibilities
Source products from approved vendors and manufacturers.
Negotiate pricing and manage vendor relationships.
Evaluate alternate manufacturers when necessary to maintain competitiveness.
Monitor lead times and inventory availability.
Issue purchase orders and manage order confirmations.
Coordinate with warehouse and operations to ensure timely fulfillment.
Track cost changes and maintain updated pricing in ERP system.
Industry Knowledge Requirements
Refinery / turnaround terminology
Confined space equipment
Gas detection systems
Breathing air equipment
FR clothing standards
Respiratory protection (NIOSH ratings, cartridge types)
Hand and power tools commonly used in industrial maintenance
MRO supply environments
Industrial drill bits, abrasives, and fasteners
Candidate must be able to interpret shorthand descriptions, understand manufacturer cross-referencing, and identify specification mismatches without excessive clarification.
Qualifications
3+ years experience in industrial distribution, oil & gas supply, or MRO environment preferred
Strong product knowledge in PPE, small tools, and consumables
Experience with ERP systems and quoting platforms
Strong math skills and margin awareness
High attention to detail
Ability to work in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment
Strong communication skills (internal and external)
Core Competencies
Analytical thinking
Commercial awareness (margin protection)
Problem solving
Vendor negotiation
Technical product knowledge
Independent decision-making
Urgency and responsiveness
What Success Looks Like
Accurate and competitive quotes
Minimal clarification required from customers
Strong vendor relationships developed
Improved gross margin performance
High quote-to-order conversion rate
Reduced quoting cycle time
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