Front Counter Sales Representative

Kal Tire; Victoria; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Front Counter Sales Representative to join their dynamic team in a vibrant automotive environment. This role emphasizes exceptional customer service and sales skills, where you will engage with customers, provide product knowledge, and create a welcoming atmosphere. You will also have the opportunity to grow within the company, supported by quality leadership and training. If you have a passion for the automotive industry and a desire to excel in a fast-paced team, this position offers a clear path for career advancement and a supportive work culture that values diversity and inclusion.

Benefits

Medical Benefits

Dental Benefits

Vision Benefits

Employee Assistance Program

Defined Contribution Pension Plan

Group RRSP Matching Program

Team Member Discount Program

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience in customer service or sales roles preferred.
• Strong communication skills and ability to handle customer inquiries.

Responsibilities

• Provide outstanding customer service and handle inquiries professionally.
• Greet customers and assist with sales transactions effectively.

Skills

Customer Service Skills

Communication Skills

Problem-Solving Skills

Sales Experience

Knowledge of Automotive Industry

Education

2 years of experience in customer service or sales

Tools

POS Systems

Job description

Front Counter Sales Representative

Location: 2107 Keating Cross Rd Victoria BC

We are looking for a Front-Counter Sales Representative who will strive to create a welcoming environment for our customers and respond to inquiries. Do you have experience providing service quotes, processing sales transactions, and being a product and service expert, among other responsibilities?

Key Highlights of this role

• Strong communication skills and a willingness to learn to enhance customer interactions.
• Passion for the automotive industry to build rapport and promote product knowledge.
• Effective resolution of customer concerns to ensure satisfaction.
• Willingness to be cross-trained for increased versatility and team contribution.

Why Kal Tire?

• Our aim is that the career of every team member is supported by quality leadership, training, and opportunities for advancement.
• We offer a structured work schedule and pride ourselves on our supportive and safe work environment. This position pays $21.22/hr. We offer a clear path for career advancement with wage increases along the way.
• Comprehensive Benefits: Access medical, dental, and vision benefits, along with an Employee Assistance Program.
• Financial Security: Participate in a defined contribution pension plan and group RRSP matching program.
• A team member discount program that offers discounts on tires, services and more.

Day to Day Responsibility

• Provide outstanding customer service skills with a genuine desire to deliver excellent customer service experiences.
• Greet and direct customers with a professional and enthusiastic attitude to achieve positive outcomes.
• Answer incoming calls while handling customers' inquiries, concerns, or questions.
• Proven ability in an inside sales and/or counter sales environment; can provide product knowledge and information to customers in a confident and friendly manner.
• Ability to provide detailed pricing terms and prepare and present customer quotes.
• Efficient and detail-oriented data entry skills are required to enter appointments and orders into POS/internal systems.

Qualifications and Success

• You are interested in the automotive industry and like working within a high-energy, fast-paced team environment.
• You have exceptional customer service skills.
• You have 2 years of experience in customer service, counter, or inside sales roles (preferred). You have a demonstrated understanding of the automotive/related industry and an aptitude for learning product knowledge.
• Familiarity with consumer behavior principles.
• Effective problem-solving, planning, and organizing skills.
• You like being active throughout your day and have no problem lifting 30-50 lb. tires around as needed.
• You are always safety conscious, wear your required PPE, and follow safe work protocols as instructed.

Our Inclusive Culture

At Kal Tire, we are dedicated to creating a workplace where everyone feels valued, included, and empowered to succeed. We believe in the strength of diverse perspectives and skills, and we encourage applications from candidates of all backgrounds, identities, and experiences.

Hiring Process

Upon shortlisting, a member of our recruiting team will contact you and invite you to a telephone interview. Successful candidates will then have the opportunity to meet and interview with members of our leadership team over MS Teams and/or in person. Additionally, as part of our standard hiring process, prospective Team Members at the Job Offer stage will be requested to undergo a Canadian Criminal Record Check; candidates must be legally eligible to work for any Canadian employers to be considered for this position at this time.