Inside Sales Specialist

Location: Paragould, AR

Employment Type: Full-Time | On-Site

About the Role

As an Inside Sales Specialist supporting Prysmian’s Specialty Markets business, you will serve as a primary point of contact for customer accounts and play a key role in driving customer satisfaction, revenue, and operational performance. You will partner directly with customers, Outside Sales, and cross-functional teams to deliver timely, accurate solutions and ensure orders move seamlessly from request to fulfillment.

This is a high-impact, fast-paced role where attention to detail, responsiveness, and strong collaboration directly influence business outcomes and customer success. 

About Prysmian

Prysmian is the global leader in solutions for energy and digital connections, developing resilient, high-performing, sustainable, and innovative cable systems for the transmission, power grid, electricity, and digital solutions. From underground and submarine cables and systems for power transmission and distribution, to medium low voltage cables for the construction and infrastructure sectors, we keep the lights on. We also produce a comprehensive range of optical fibers, copper cables, and connectivity for voice, video, and data transmission connecting the world.

Make Your Mark at Prysmian – Join Us.

What You’ll Do

• Manage Customer Relationships: Serve as the primary point of contact for assigned customer accounts, building strong relationships while handling a high volume of requests
• Drive Quoting & Pricing: Analyze customer needs and specifications to deliver accurate, timely quotes including pricing, lead times, and product availability
• Own the Order Lifecycle: Manage order progress, communication updates, and collaborate with internal teams to meet customer expectations
• Resolve Issues with Ownership: Address returns, claims, and discrepancies, identifying root causes and driving resolution across teams
• Collaborate Cross-Functionally: Work closely with Scheduling, Manufacturing, Shipping, Quality, Finance, Engineering, and Product teams to deliver customer solutions
• Support Sales Growth: Partner with Outside Sales and Sales Agents to contribute to account growth, customer retention, and identify opportunities that contribute to overall business growth 
• Interpret Customer Requirements: Translate customer needs and technical specifications into accurate orders and solutions with support from internal teams
• Act as the Voice of the Customer: Represent customer needs internally and ensure alignment across teams
• Contribute to Business Initiatives: Participate in cross-functional projects and initiatives that support specialty market growth and new opportunities

What We’re Looking For

Experience and Qualifications

• Associate or Bachelor's degree preferred
• 2+ years of experience in inside sales, customer service, or account management
• Experience handling multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment

Skills & Capabilities

• Ability to manage customer relationships in a fast-paced, high-volume environment
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy when handling quotes, orders, and data
• Ability to problem-solve and coordinate across multiple teams to resolve issues 
• Comfort working with technical product information and customer specifications
• Strong organizational and time management skills to handle competing priorities
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Outlook, Word)

Preferred

• Experience with ERP systems (SAP, AS400, or similar)
• Familiarity with EDI processes

Career Growth and Development

This role provides a strong foundation for long-term career growth within sales, account management, and commercial operations.

• Opportunities to grow within the Specialty team and broader commercial organization, including expanded account responsibility and exposure to new roles
• Exposure to diverse product lines, markets, and strategic customer segments
• Participation in cross-functional projects that provide visibility across the business

Work Environment and Culture

• Fast-paced and dynamic environment with a high level of ownership
• Collaborative, team-oriented culture across functions
• Supportive environment focused on performance and work-life balance

Compensation and Benefits

• Competitive base salary
• Performance Incentives: [if applicable]
• Comprehensive benefits package including:
• Medical, dental, and vision coverage with multiple plan options
• 401(k) retirement plan with competitive company match
• Paid parental leave and adoption assistance
• Paid time off and holidays
• Life and disability insurance coverage
• Access to supplemental insurance and wellness programs

Company Values

Passion: Our enthusiasm fuels our continuous success and inspires groundbreaking achievements

Teamplay: Teamplay is the foundation of our relationships and is reflected in our transparent and supportive culture

Innovation: We focus on high-value generating activities and timely decisions to boost our company results, maintaining a forward-thinking and creative approach.

Belonging: Feeling part of something bigger strengthens our sense of trust and shared purpose.