We are looking for an Inside Sales Specialist to join a wholesale distribution organization in Gardena, California. This contract opportunity with potential for a permanent role is ideal for someone who enjoys supporting customers, coordinating orders, and keeping sales operations running smoothly in a fast-paced in-office environment. The role works closely with distribution partners, resellers, internal teams, and warehouse contacts to deliver responsive service, accurate information, and timely follow-through.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Respond to customer and partner inquiries regarding order progress, product availability, estimated delivery timing, pricing questions, shipment issues, credits, and tracking details.<br>• Enter and manage sales orders while maintaining visibility into open orders, shipment schedules, and priority changes for products and service parts.<br>• Receive inbound sales inquiries, qualify or route opportunities appropriately, and coordinate follow-up with partners, distributors, and internal sales contacts.<br>• Oversee sample and evaluation requests from initial intake through documentation, status tracking, and reporting.<br>• Review and administer pricing exception requests, ensuring proper records, communication, and resolution.<br>• Prepare distributor stock rotation analyses and complete related reporting within required turnaround times.<br>• Coordinate with third-party warehouse partners on shipping activity, order conversions, and fulfillment updates, including preparation of proforma invoices and other international shipping documents.<br>• Maintain organized electronic and paper records, update customer routing guide documentation, and produce recurring spreadsheets and operational reports for leadership and cross-functional teams.