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Skills Sets and Training for PT/MC Distribution Employees

Inside Sales/Customer Service Rep/Supervisor Skills

Learn more about the Inside Sales/Customer Service Rep/Supervisor Job Description and Salary Ranges or click on the skill category below to connect to a list of training programs designed to build skills in that category.

Customer Service Skills
  • Excellent listening skills
  • Excellent phone skills
  • Effective verbal communication skills
  • Effective written communication skills
Operation Management Skills
  • Knowledge of logistics (carriers, shipping policies & procedures)
  • Knowledge of DOT rules & regulations
Sales Skills
  • Ability to develop & implement incentive plans to increase sales & improve profitability
  • Effective selling strategies & techniques
  • Meeting sales goals & growing sales
  • Delivers superior customer service
  • Effective negotiating skills
  • Effective meeting facilitation skills
  • Handle difficult customers
Product & Technical Knowledge Skills
  • Technical expertise & knowledge of company products
General Skills/Qualities
  • Problem-solving & analytical ability
  • Multi-tasking
  • Time management skills
  • Superior organizational skills
  • Accuracy & attention to detail
  • Business math skills
  • Understands product numbers & alpha/numeric codes
  • Ethical standards
  • Professional demeanor
Computer Skills
  • Basic knowledge of MS Office suite
  • Knowledge of distribution software

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