Salesfloor Associate (Seasonal Contract)

Kent Building Supplies; Kensington; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a dynamic team as a salesfloor associate in a leading retail building supply chain. This seasonal role offers the chance to enhance customer experiences by understanding their needs and recommending suitable products. You'll engage customers, drive sales, and ensure high standards of service while working in a supportive environment that values your contributions. With a focus on safety and continuous improvement, this position provides an opportunity to grow within a reputable company committed to its employees and community. If you are passionate about customer service and eager to learn, we encourage you to apply.

Qualifications

• Excellent communication and teamwork skills are essential.
• Sales and customer service experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Drive sales through customer engagement and product knowledge.
• Clarify customer needs and provide solutions.

Skills

Communication Skills

Sales Experience

Customer Service

Attention to Detail

Ability to Lift 55 lbs

Adaptability to Rotating Shifts

Tools

D635 Computer System

Job description

Job Description

As a salesfloor 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. This position is a seasonal contract from April/May to the end of August.

Responsibilities

1. Drive sales through engagement of customers, suggestive selling, and sharing product knowledge.
2. Clarify and understand customers’ needs and take them to the best solution(s) for their projects.
3. Maintain knowledge of current sales and promotions.
4. Take initiative and confidently direct customer interactions.
5. Produce quotes, material lists and follow up.
6. Demonstrate high standards of safety and customer service.
7. Resolve customer challenges quickly and efficiently.
8. Continually learn about products and market conditions.

Qualifications

1. Excellent communication and team player.
2. Sales and customer service experience.
3. Possess a high level of attention to detail.
4. Ability to lift 55 lbs.
5. Ability to work days/evening/weekends (rotating shifts).
6. Ability to learn and operate the applicable computer system (D635) used to process orders.

About Us

Founded in 1882, J.D. Irving, Limited (JDI) has operations in Canada and the United States and is 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.