Inside Sales

Preferred Technologies, LLC

Inside Sales Professional generating opportunities and supporting sales of structured cabling, electronic security, A/V, and intrusion detection systems. Preparing estimates, proposals, and CRM-managed sales activities for Pref-Tech customers.

Posted 8/12/2026full-timeHouston • Texas • 🇺🇸 United StatesMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates strong client-facing experience and excellent communication skills while managing sales projects and developing strategic plans. Proficient in creating estimates and proposals, with a focus on customer needs and collaboration with sales teams.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Sales Project ManagementClient-Facing ExperienceProposal and Estimate CreationMicrosoft Office 365 ProficiencyStructured Cabling Systems Knowledge

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Hard Skills

Sales Process ManagementLead GenerationProposal PreparationEstimation SkillsCRM Management

Soft Skills

Excellent Communication SkillsAnalytical ThinkingCollaborative WorkProblem SolvingCustomer Service

Tools & Technologies

Pref-Tech CRMMicrosoft Office 365

Certifications & Qualifications

High School DiplomaGED Equivalent

Industry Keywords

Security IndustryStructured Cabling SystemsElectronic Security SystemsA/V SystemsIntrusion Detection

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Source new sales opportunities through inbound lead follow-up and outbound phone calls and emails
Understand customer needs and requirements and route qualified opportunities to the appropriate Sales and Design Professional for further development and closure
Work with customers to ensure a smooth sales process
Handle most material-only sales and support designated Preferred Partner accounts
Provide backup to the Sales Coordinator and Sales and Design Professionals during absences
Demonstrate excellent customer service and professionalism
Develop leads and identify opportunities to present additional products to current customers
Lead, manage, and assume accountability for assigned sales projects and tasks
Support the Sales Team in developing, identifying, and cultivating strategic sales opportunities for Structured Cabling Systems, Electronic Security Systems, A/V Systems, and Intrusion Detection
Prepare strategic plans for daily activities, lead generation, customer contact, calls, appointments, and follow-up
Manage leads, deals, and contacts in Pref-Tech’s CRM
Prepare proposals and estimates with detailed scopes of work, deliverables, timelines, and cost breakdowns
Facilitate the bidding process with the estimation and sales team using Microsoft software
Collaborate with Design/Estimation and Sales and Design Professionals
Identify and resolve client needs
Adhere to HR and safety policies and procedures

Requirements

What you’ll need

High School Diploma or GED equivalent
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Typing net speed of 35 words per minute
Strong client-facing experience
Willingness to take on new challenges and build current skills
Exceptional analytical and conceptual thinking skills
Ability to work independently and collaboratively
Ability to work efficiently without compromising quality or accuracy
Desired: 1+ year in sales or security
Experience creating estimates, proposals, and designs
Experience in the security industry preferred
Fluency with Microsoft Office 365 software tools
Ability to sit for extended periods and operate a computer and standard office equipment
Ability to communicate effectively in person and electronically
Occasional ability to lift up to 15 lbs.
Successful completion of background investigation and pre-employment drug screen is required

Benefits

Comp & perks

Inclusion in Operational Incentive Program, which shares excess profits as bonuses
401K Safe Harbor Plan with matching dollar-for-dollar up to 4% of annual gross salary (Traditional and Roth options available)
Health, dental, vision and other elective insurances
Laptop
Cellphone
Credit card
Hybrid work schedule
Smoke-free and drug-free workplace