Retail Representative - Prince George

Purolator Inc.; Prince George; On-site; CAD 21,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Purolator Inc. in Prince George, BC is seeking a Customer Service representative for a temporary 37.5-hour week. The role focuses on delivering courteous service, resolving shipments issues, and supporting colleagues across offices and drivers.

Responsibilities include handling calls and in-person inquiries, up-selling services, and ensuring accurate freight processing while adhering to safety and corporate policies.

Qualifications

• Experience in delivering courteous and efficient customer service
• Strong verbal and written communication with customers and partners
• Ability to solve problems and troubleshoot inquiries quickly
• Capacity to build and maintain positive relationships with customers and internal teams
• Comfort working in a fast-paced retail/warehouse environment

Responsibilities

• Assist customers in person and over the phone with shipping details and account questions
• Resolve customer complaints and inquiries with professionalism
• Support loading, scanning, logging and resolution of freight issues
• Coordinate with Head Office, drivers, and warehousing staff to ensure service excellence
• Maintain accurate records, deposits, and key controls
• Build positive relationships with customers, vendors, and internal partners
• Adhere to Purolator policies and safety standards

Skills

Customer service

Communication

Problem solving

Relationship building

Teamwork

Tools

POS systems

Technology savvy

Job description

It’s not a package. It’s a promise®. As Canada’s leading integrated freight, package, and logistics provider, we’ve been helping promises get where they need to be for more than 60 years. How does the magic happen?

It’s not a package. It’s a promise®. As Canada’s leading integrated freight, package, and logistics provider, we’ve been helping promises get where they need to be for more than 60 years. How does the magic happen? The journey starts with you. The places we go, the elements we brave, the promises we deliver – it’s all possible because of our people. So, whether you’re looking to build new skills, make an impact in your community, or inspire your team, we go there for you.

Description

Hours of work

Monday - Friday 9:45AM - 6:15PM, 1-hour unpaid break, 37.5 hours per week - Temporary

Location

1631 1St Ave, Prince George BC

Customer Service Orientation -

• Serving our customers in the most efficient and courteous manner on the telephone and in person Up-selling and cross selling Corporate Products and Services
• Handling customer complaints and inquiries Problem Solving
• Working to resolve problem shipments
• Working to resolve equipment and technology challenges
• Working with Head Office, local management, Drivers, warehousing staff, account managers and other Corporate partners to ensure excellence in customer service
• Relationship Building
• Building a positive relationship with Head Office, local management, Drivers, Warehousing staff, account managers and other Corporate Partners
• Building a positive relationship with customers
• Building a positive relationship with key contacts – Vendors, building tenants, etc.
• Technology Assisting customers with shipping details and account challenges
• Loading, scanning, logging and calling resolution freight
• Cash reconciliation including deposits, key control
• Communication

Responsibilities

• Communicating in a positive manner with Head Office, local management, Drivers, warehousing staff, account managers and other Corporate partners orally and in writing Listening to customers and key partners Communicating to customers and key partners in a positive manner
• Personal Responsibility and Accountability
• Compliance to all Corporate Polices and Procedures (including uniforms)
• Adhering to all Safety Standards
• Being on time/attendance
• Living the Purolator Values
• Representing the Purolator Values to Customers and key partners and, other duties as assigned by management
• Key Areas of Focus
• Customer service orientation Ability to problem solve
• Excellent in relationship building Experience and adaptation to using technology
• Excellent communication skills
• Takes personal responsibility and accountability for actions and situations
• 3-12 Months Customer Service Experience preferred
• 3-12 Months Retail Experience preferred
• 3-12 Months using technology/ POS system Experience preferred
• Ability to lift 70lbs./stand for 3 hour intervals Professional communication skills: oral communication (telephone and in person)
• Written communication; and listening skills
• Proven track record of personal responsibility and accountability- including attendance, uniform compliance and attention to detail Experience working in a team environment and independently an asset
• Experience working in an environment with safety standards an asset"

Language Requirement

Proficiency in English is required for this position due to the frequent communications that must be conducted in English with various stakeholders. This requirement is justified by the nature of the responsibilities and operational needs.

Posting Details

Location: 441 - Prince George

Working Conditions: Retail Center Environment; Warehouse Environment

Posting Number: 69677

Purolator is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion. We welcome all qualified applicants and provide accommodations during the recruitment process upon request.

Purolator complies with Canadian law in all recruitment practices. During pre-screening, we may use an Artificial Intelligence (AI) tool, supported by human oversight, to efficiently manage tasks such as resume screening and candidate matching, enabling our team to connect with qualified candidates faster.

Personal information is used solely for recruitment and managed in accordance with privacy legislation. For AI-related inquiries only, contact [e-mail] .

We recognize that employees and their families are essential to our success. We strive to provide a safe, healthy, and supportive workplace, ensuring the right people have the tools they need to thrive.

Every day at Purolator is an opportunity to connect with colleagues, customers, and communities to make a positive impact.

Learn more about our values at www.purolator.com .