Inside Sales Representative - Motors & Drives (National Division)
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ESR Motor Systems
US
Summary
The Inside Sales Representative will manage customer inquiries, prepare competitive quotes, and source industrial motor products to drive sales. They are also responsible for building long-term customer relationships and prospecting for new business accounts.
Job Description
Remote Anywhere in the U.S. or On-Site at an ESR Location
The Opportunity
ESR Motor Systems is seeking an experienced Inside Sales Representative to join our National Division, selling industrial electric motors, variable frequency drives, gearboxes, and related power transmission products to reseller customers throughout the United States and around the world.
Our National Division primarily supports electric motor repair shops, power transmission distributors, and electrical distributors that rely on ESR for product availability, competitive pricing, technical knowledge, and fast response.
This is a true sales position—not simply an order-entry role. ESR provides a steady flow of quote opportunities, and your job is to respond quickly, understand what the customer needs, source the right solution, provide a competitive quote, follow up, and win the business.
As you build relationships, customers naturally begin working with you directly, allowing you to develop a strong book of repeat business. You will also have the opportunity to prospect and develop new accounts, with additional commission paid on business you develop from scratch.
This position may be fully remote from anywhere in the United States or based at one of our seven locations in Rock Hill, SC; Atlanta, GA; Mechanicsburg, PA; Indianapolis, IN; Houston, TX; Grand Prairie, TX; or San Antonio, TX.
What You’ll Do
- Respond quickly to customer inquiries and quote requests by phone and email.
- Identify customer requirements and source the appropriate motors, drives, gearboxes, and related products.
- Prepare accurate, competitive quotations and follow up consistently to win the business.
- Build strong customer relationships that generate repeat business.
- Process orders and coordinate purchasing of special-order products.
- Provide order status, shipment information, and expedited support when needed.
- Prospect and develop new reseller accounts to create additional sales and earning potential.
- Maintain accurate customer and opportunity information in ESR’s CRM and ERP systems.
What We’re Looking For
- At least two years of inside sales experience in the electric motor, power transmission, or closely related industrial distribution industry.
- Strong working knowledge of industrial electric motors and related products.
- Medium-voltage motor sales experience is a plus.
- Strong sales instincts and a desire to win business—not simply process transactions.
- Excellent communication, follow-up, organization, and attention to detail.
- Ability to understand customer requirements, identify alternatives, and source appropriate solutions.
- Self-motivated and accountable, with the discipline to succeed in a remote or independently managed environment.
- Comfortable working with CRM, ERP, Microsoft Office, email, and other sales technology.
Why ESR Motor Systems
ESR is a leading distributor of industrial electric motors, variable frequency drives, gearboxes, and related power transmission products. Our extensive inventory, broad supplier relationships, technical expertise, and technology platform help our sales team respond quickly and compete effectively.
At ESR, we are building an industry-leading company with professionals who value service, responsiveness, product knowledge, and long-term relationships.
If you know the electric motor and power transmission business, enjoy competing for orders, and take pride in being the person customers call when they need an answer fast, we want to hear from you.
Compensation
- Base salary: $65,000–$75,000, depending on experience and industry knowledge.
- Uncapped commission based on gross profit generated.
- Additional commission opportunity on new accounts you personally develop.
- Established representatives handling a strong volume of business can earn approximately $80,000–$90,000+, with additional upside through new account development.
- Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
- 401(k) Retirement Plan
- Company-Paid and Voluntary Life Insurance
- Paid Vacation, Sick Time & Holidays
ESR Motor Systems is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
There are thousands of companies that sell electric motors and drives. There are few companies that specialize in it.
At ESR we believe in the value of specialization. Our entire focus is centered on offering the best new electric motor and drive products and related services to fit our customers’ specific needs, and we invest all of our resources toward that effort.
We believe in solving problems and offering solutions. We are not order takers. We use our expertise to guide our customers towards solutions that address root cause of failure and reduce overall cost of ownership.
We believe in putting our customers and co-workers before ourselves. It is our mission to provide our customers with the absolute best service in the industry, whatever it takes. This culture of service applies to our co-workers too. We’ve got our customers’ backs and each other’s.
We believe in doing what we say we will do. Every time. If our customers, suppliers, and/or coworkers cannot trust us to do what we say, all of our goals are jeopardized.
At ESR, we are thrilled to be doing what we love: working in industry, solving problems, and building a great company the right way – through hard work, exceptional service, continual improvement, and always doing what we say. Please call us or visit our website to learn more!
Founded
1973
Company size
11-50 employees
Industry
Wholesale
Org type
Privately Held
Headquarters
Rock Hill, South Carolina
There are thousands of companies that sell electric motors and drives. There are few companies that specialize in it.
At ESR we believe in the value of specialization. Our entire focus is centered on offering the best new electric motor and drive products and related services to fit our customers’ specific needs, and we invest all of our resources toward that effort.
We believe in solving problems and offering solutions. We are not order takers. We use our expertise to guide our customers towards solutions that address root cause of failure and reduce overall cost of ownership.
We believe in putting our customers and co-workers before ourselves. It is our mission to provide our customers with the absolute best service in the industry, whatever it takes. This culture of service applies to our co-workers too. We’ve got our customers’ backs and each other’s.
We believe in doing what we say we will do. Every time. If our customers, suppliers, and/or coworkers cannot trust us to do what we say, all of our goals are jeopardized.
At ESR, we are thrilled to be doing what we love: working in industry, solving problems, and building a great company the right way – through hard work, exceptional service, continual improvement, and always doing what we say. Please call us or visit our website to learn more!
Founded
1973
Company size
11-50 employees
Industry
Wholesale
Org type
Privately Held
Headquarters
Rock Hill, South Carolina
