Showroom Assistant

Merit Kitchens Ltd.; Calgary; On-site; CAD 35,000 - 55,000; Part time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as a part-time Showroom Assistant, where your contributions are valued and career progression is encouraged. In this engaging role, you'll maintain a visually appealing showroom and provide exceptional customer service, ensuring clients feel welcomed and informed. With a focus on teamwork and professionalism, you'll support inventory management and assist with customer inquiries. This is a fantastic opportunity to work in a supportive environment, surrounded by experienced professionals who are dedicated to mentoring you. If you are passionate about customer service and enjoy working in a dynamic setting, this role is perfect for you.

Benefits

Competitive Remuneration Package

Inclusive Team-Oriented Culture

Supportive Working Environment

Career Progression Opportunities

Qualifications

• Positive attitude and strong work ethic are essential.
• Experience in retail or client-facing roles is beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Maintain the visual appeal and functionality of the showroom.
• Assist customers and manage sample inventory.

Skills

Customer Service

Problem-Solving Skills

Communication Skills

Teamwork

Education

High School Diploma

Job description

Responsibilities

As a part-time Showroom Assistant within the residential construction industry, the central duties for this position will be as follows:

1. Maintain the visual appeal and practical functionality of our showroom.
2. Assist our valued customers in a friendly and professional manner, first with a greeting and potentially guiding them through our product range in the absence of design staff.
3. Taking pride in maintaining a clean, organized, and visually appealing showroom is a key part of this role.
4. Manage the sample inventory and fulfill minor warranty inquiries for parts in stock. There is a warehouse component which will require receiving of small orders and providing access for larger deliveries with the assistance of a receiver. The ability to lift 25 lbs. packages is necessary.
5. Support inventory management of small parts in the warehouse while assisting with or handling customer inquiries with excellent problem-solving skills and professionalism.

Qualifications

1. While prior experience in a similar role is advantageous, what’s most important is your positive attitude, strong work ethic, and dedication to providing excellent customer service.
2. A polished appearance is required to interface with our clientele in this well-regarded showroom atmosphere.
3. High school diploma or higher is required, and a background in retail, or client-facing situations or design and construction is beneficial.
4. Excellent communication skills, both written and oral, are essential, as is the ability to work both independently and as part of a team.

What We Offer

1. This is your opportunity to join a company that values your contribution and encourages career progression.
2. We offer a competitive remuneration package, an inclusive, team-oriented culture, and a supportive working environment where you will be mentored by experienced professionals.

About Merit Kitchens

It was over 50 years ago that Merit Kitchens was founded by craftspeople in Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada, and began providing Western Canada with high-quality kitchen cabinets. The company has long since grown into a world-class supplier of beautiful cabinetry, representing superior quality and extraordinary value. Today, Merit’s product can be found in homes throughout Canada, the United States, and parts of Asia. Our mission is to continue the tradition of craftsmanship excellence while embracing the innovations of tomorrow.