Kitchen Sales Associate

Kent Building Supplies; San Juan de Terranova; On-site; CAD 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent retail building supply chain in Atlantic Canada is seeking a Sales Associate to enhance customer experiences and assist with product selection. The ideal candidate will provide excellent customer service, maintain store standards, and be part of a dedicated team. Responsibilities include greeting customers, preparing invoices, and managing inventory. Applicants should possess sales experience and be able to lift up to 75 lbs. A Grade 12 diploma or equivalent is considered an asset. This role may require flexible shifts including evenings and weekends.

Qualifications

• Sales associates should provide superior customer service and maintain store standards.
• Must be able to work varying shifts, including evenings and weekends.
• Experience in sales and customer service is essential.

Responsibilities

• Assist customers in selecting products based on their needs.
• Complete sales and arrange deliveries.
• Prepare invoices and keep inventory updated.

Skills

Excellent communication

Sales and customer service experience

Attention to detail

Ability to lift 75 lbs

Mathematically inclined

Ability to learn computer systems

Education

Grade 12 diploma or equivalent

Job description

Overview

Job Description As a Sales Associate, you will help the customers to fully understand their needs and assist in selecting the right products for their requirements. As knowledgeable sales professionals, sales associates can make recommendations which solve customers' problems and enhance their shopping experience.

Responsibilities

• Provide superior customer service – this includes greeting customers, providing information, completing sales, and arranging deliveries
• Maintain store standards – Inventory, Replenishment and Merchandising
• Learn about new products and attending department specific training when provided
• Work safely by following all safety standards
• Prepare invoices, quotes, credit invoices and delivery invoices
• Follow computerized operating system to keep inventory up to date in system if receiving new products or writing off the product through theft or damage

Qualifications

• Excellent communication and team player
• Sales and customer service experience
• Possess a high level of attention to details
• Ability to lift 75 lbs
• Mathematically inclined - ability to take measurements and perform calculations
• 18+ years of age (due to in-house machine training requirement)
• Ability to work days/evening/weekends (variable shift schedule)
• Ability to learn and operate the applicable computer system (D635) used to process orders
• Grade 12 diploma or equivalent considered an asset

About Us

Founded in 1882, J.D. Irving, Limited (JDI) has operations in Canada and the United States and are a team of 20,000 dedicated employees. At J.D. Irving, Limited, you are part of a dynamic team of professionals who lead with integrity and are passionate about delivering results. With a culture that nurtures talent and creates an inclusive workplace, you can grow your career across our various operating divisions.

We are committed to creating accessible environments for our colleagues, candidates, and customers. Requests for accommodation due to a disability (which may be visible or invisible, temporary, or permanent) can be made at any stage of application and employment. We encourage candidates to make their accommodation needs known so that we can provide equitable opportunities.

Worried you do not meet all the requirements? Studies have shown that many applicants apply only to job opportunities when they feel they meet 100% of the criteria. We promote an inclusive environment where everyone is appreciated, recognized, and empowered to contribute fully. If you are interested in this position but are worried you did not meet all the requirements, we would encourage you to still apply.

We appreciate your interest in our company however only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

About The Team

Kent is the largest retail building supply chain in Atlantic Canada. With 48 locations and an ecommerce website, our mission is to be the best source of home improvement products through superior customer service and know-how, quality products, and everyday great prices. We protect our customers and staff by hiring and training associates committed to our safety values. We employ over 3,700 people and work hard to increase our market share through strategic investment in training and technology. We focus on the development of our people and promote a culture of continuous improvement and innovation. In addition to our retail stores, we operate truss manufacturing facilities and a wholesale drywall company. We are a member of Independent Lumber Dealers Co-operative and the ARENA buying group which ensures our great product selection and pricing