Counter Sales

Marcone Supply; Kalamazoo (MI); On-site; USD 36,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision

401(k) plan

Life insurance

Disability coverage

HSA/FSA options

Paid time off

Weekly pay

Employee discounts

EAP

Job summary

T.A. Gentry Supply, with showrooms in Holland, Kalamazoo and Lansing, seeks a Counter Sales associate to deliver exceptional service across in-person, phone, and digital channels.

You will support branch operations through order fulfillment, merchandising, and will-call assistance, handling inquiries, returns, and inventory management with company systems. The role emphasizes strong customer service, accuracy in processing orders, and teamwork within a plumbing and kitchen/bath product

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED equivalent.
• Minimum 3 years of customer service experience.
• Proficient in MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).
• Strong aptitude for numerical analysis and mathematical operations.
• Skilled in office technology, including computers, scanners, phones, and virtual meeting tools.

Responsibilities

• Provides exceptional customer service through timely, professional communication and resolution of inquiries.
• Manages pricing, product availability, and order status via phone, email, fax, and in-person interactions.
• Processes orders, coordinates deliveries, and ensures accurate and timely fulfillment.
• Maintains relationships with customers, vendors, and internal teams to support sales.
• Performs general warehouse duties while maintaining a clean, safe, and organized environment.
• Verifies shipments and reports discrepancies or errors.

Skills

Customer service

Numerical analysis

Office technology

MS Office

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

MS Office

Scanners & phones

Job description

About T.A. Gentry Supply T.A. Gentry Supply has a long-standing reputation for being a leading provider of wholesale plumbing supplies, and kitchen and bath products. Their mission has always been to provide exceptional service at a competitive price, which is still embedded in the company’s culture today. Over the years, the company has expanded and currently has showrooms in Holland, Kalamazoo and Lansing to provide in-person design expertise and service. For more information, visit gentrysupply.com.

The Counter Sales role delivers exceptional customer service through in-person, phone, and digital channels while supporting branch operations through order fulfillment, merchandising, and will-call assistance. This position also handles product inquiries, returns, and inventory management using company systems and tools.

Job Duties & Responsibilities

• Provides exceptional customer service through timely, professional communication and resolution of inquiries.
• Manages pricing, product availability, and order status via phone, email, fax, and in-person interactions.
• Processes orders, coordinates deliveries, and ensures accurate and timely fulfillment.
• Maintains strong, solutions-oriented relationships with customers, vendors, and internal teams.
• Completes all required training and applies knowledge effectively across branch operations.
• Performs general warehouse duties while maintaining a clean, safe, and organized environment.
• Uses appropriate PPE and conducts routine safety checks on equipment.
• Communicates task status and updates with management throughout the workday.
• Monitors and responds promptly to customer queues to ensure efficient service.
• Sorts, stocks, and labels products accurately per established procedures.
• Inspects returned and damaged goods for accuracy and condition.
• Applies basic product knowledge to assist customers and support sales.
• Sets up and maintain merchandise displays in line with company standards.
• Adheres to inventory procedures for accurate tracking and reporting.
• Verifies shipments and promptly reports discrepancies or errors.
• Maintains proficiency in company systems for tasks such as data entry, messaging, documentation, and queue updates.
• Performs additional duties and responsibilities as assigned to support evolving organizational needs.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED equivalent.
• Minimum 3 years of customer service experience.
• Proficient in MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).
• Strong aptitude for numerical analysis and mathematical operations.
• Skilled in office technology, including computers, scanners, phones, and virtual meeting tools.

Physical Demands & Work Environment

This position may require over 40 hours per week and includes regular physical activity such as:

• Lifting 25-50 lbs for up to 5 hours per day.
• Operating forklifts and material handling equipment for up to 6 hours daily.
• Frequent bending, squatting, kneeling, reaching, and twisting.
• Prolonged use of hands, arms, and feet.
• Periods of sitting, standing, and walking throughout the shift.

What We Offer

We prioritize your well-being from day one with a comprehensive benefits package that includes:

• Medical, dental, vision, and prescription coverage effective immediately
• 401(k) plan with company contributions
• Life insurance and short- and long-term disability coverage
• HSA/FSA options and an Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Paid time off, including vacation, holidays, and personal days
• Weekly pay, employee discounts, and more

Equal Employment Opportunity & Pre-Employment Requirements

mSupply is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We make employment decisions without regard to sex, age, race, color, creed, religion, national origin, citizenship or immigration status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, genetic information, marital status, veteran or military status, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities and to applicants with sincerely held religious beliefs, in accordance with applicable law. To request a reasonable accommodation, please contact [e-mail].

Final offers of employment may be contingent upon completion of job-related pre-employment checks and screenings permitted by law for the position. For roles that require operation of a company vehicle, a Motor Vehicle Record (MVR) check may also be conducted to determine insurability. This employer participates in E-Verify to confirm employment eligibility in the United States.