Counter Sales Person

Elliott Electric Supply; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 32,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Elliott Electric Supply is seeking a Counter Sales Person in Charlotte, NC to assist customers during the sales process and respond to inquiries in a professional manner.

You will maintain knowledge of product catalogs, price sheets, promotions and advertisements, and actively market products while suggesting replacements when appropriate. This safety-sensitive role requires passing a pre-employment drug test and background check.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Experienced in Microsoft Word and Excel.
• A minimum of one year experience in the electrical industry and/or knowledge of electrical products required.
• Strong mathematical ability.
• Basic familiarity with the use of a personal computer.
• Ability to communicate clearly and concisely in written and verbal formats.
• Demonstrated time management and organizational skills, including an ability to plan and manage multiple priorities simultaneously.
• Ability to work well in a team environment.
• Strong customer service orientation.

Responsibilities

• Provide assistance to customers during the sales/purchase process.
• Respond to customer inquiries in a professional manner.
• Maintain awareness of product knowledge information (catalogs, price sheets, promotions, advertisements).
• Market all products sold and suggest replacement/alternative products when appropriate.
• Keep up-to-date with product promotions and advertisements.

Skills

Microsoft Word

Excel

Mathematical ability

Clear communication

Team player

Customer service orientation

PC literacy

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Tools

Personal computer

Job description

Job Description

The Counter Sales Person is responsible for providing assistance to customers during the sales/purchase process and for responding to customer inquiries in a professional manner. Maintain an awareness of all product knowledge information (including product catalogs, price sheets, etc.), product promotions and advertisements. Markets all products sold and suggests replacement/alternative products when appropriate.

Job Description

The Counter Sales Person is responsible for providing assistance to customers during the sales/purchase process and for responding to customer inquiries in a professional manner. Maintain an awareness of all product knowledge information (including product catalogs, price sheets, etc.), product promotions and advertisements. Markets all products sold and suggests replacement/alternative products when appropriate. This is a safety-sensitive position, the ability to work in a constant state of awareness and in a safe manner is imperative. Candidates offered employment must undergo a pre-employment drug test. The test screens for drugs including amphetamines, cocaine, marijuana, methamphetamines, opiates, oxycodone, and phencyclidines, following the cutoff levels set by the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) and the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA). This position is subject to a background check for any convictions directly related to its duties and responsibilities. Only job-related convictions will be considered and will not automatically disqualify the candidate.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Experienced in Microsoft Word and Excel.
• A minimum of one year experience in the electrical industry and/or knowledge of electrical products required.
• Strong mathematical ability.
• Basic familiarity with the use of a personal computer.
• Ability to communicate clearly and concisely in written and verbal formats.
• Demonstrated time management and organizational skills, including an ability to plan and manage multiple priorities simultaneously.
• Ability to work well in a team environment.
• Strong customer service orientation.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand and walk for prolonged periods of time.
• Ability to utilize a computer keyboard, computer monitor, and telephone.
• Ability to bend, climb, push, and pull, including the ability to maneuver at heights and in tight or small places.
• Ability to routinely lift, carry, and otherwise transport work-related materials that frequently weigh up to 70 lbs. and that may occasionally weigh in excess of 70 lbs.