Sales Associate – Term Contract (March/April - September 2025)

J.D. Irving, Limited; Corner Brook; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is looking for enthusiastic individuals to join their team as Contract Associates during the busy Spring/Summer season. This role involves providing outstanding customer service, whether on the sales floor or in the lumber yard. You will engage with customers to understand their needs and help them select the right products for their projects. With a focus on teamwork and a positive attitude, you will also receive training in product knowledge and maintain store standards. This is a fantastic opportunity to grow in a dynamic and supportive environment, perfect for those eager to learn and contribute to a leading home improvement destination in Atlantic Canada.

Qualifications

• Strong communication and team collaboration skills are essential.
• Must be self-motivated and proactive in serving customers.

Responsibilities

• Deliver superior customer service and maintain store standards.
• Load and unload materials, ensuring safety in all tasks.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Team player

Self-motivated

Positive attitude

Attention to detail

Ability to lift up to 55 lbs

Flexible availability

Education

Minimum age of 16 years

Job description

Are you open to working part-time up to full-time hours during our busy Spring/ Summer season for 2025? This includes open availability to work mornings, evenings, and weekends.

Kent Building Supplies is seeking passionate individuals to join our team and provide outstanding customer service! We have openings for Sales Associates across multiple departments and Material Handlers in our Lumber Yard and Garden Centers.

Contract positions available from March/April to September 2025.

As a Contract Associate at KENT, you will warmly welcome and interact with customers to thoroughly understand their needs and help them choose the right products for their projects. Whether you are on the Sales Floor or in the Lumber Yard, delivering exceptional customer service is our top priority as the leading home improvement destination in Atlantic Canada!

Qualifications

• Strong communication skills and a collaborative team player
• Self-motivated and proactive in serving customers.
• Positive attitude and willingness to learn and be cross trained in other departments.
• High attention to detail.
• Ability to lift up to 55 lbs.
• Flexible availability to work days, evenings, and weekends (rotating shifts).
• Must be at least 16 years old.

Responsibilities

• Approach interactions and learning opportunities with a curious mindset.
• Take initiative and confidently guide customer interactions.
• Provide superior customer service by adhering to our sales and service model.
• Complete product knowledge training and stay informed about current sales and promotions.
• Maintain store standards, including inventory and merchandising.
• Load and unload materials, with heavy lifting required.
• Work outside in all weather conditions.
• Prioritize safety in all tasks.