Counter Sales Representative

Schaedler Yesco Distribution Inc.; Saint Marys (Elk County); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Counter Sales Representative to join their dedicated team. This role is pivotal in delivering exceptional customer service and supporting branch operations. You will engage with a diverse customer base, providing product information and assistance while promoting the company's core values. With a focus on teamwork and accountability, you will help create lasting value for customers. The position offers a dynamic work environment with opportunities for professional development and growth. If you thrive in a fast-paced setting and are committed to quality service, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Health Coverage

401K with company match

Flexible Spending Account

Employee Stock Ownership Plan

Quarterly bonuses

Company-paid disability insurance

Generous paid holidays

Opportunities for continuing education

Qualifications

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills are essential.
• Customer service experience is required for this role.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office products is a must.

Responsibilities

• Provide outstanding customer service at the counter.
• Assist customers with product selection and inquiries.
• Maintain an organized and clean counter area.

Skills

Customer service experience

Interpersonal skills

Time management

Sales tactics

Microsoft Office proficiency

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Point-of-sale technology

Computers

Job description

Career Opportunities with Schaedler Yesco Distribution

A great place to work.

Careers At Schaedler Yesco Distribution

Current job opportunities are posted here as they become available.

Join the Schaedler Yesco Distribution Team!

Why You’ll Love Schaedler Yesco Distribution:

At Schaedler Yesco Distribution, we’ve been illuminating the electrical industry since 1924! As a family- and employee-owned company, we take pride in providing innovative solutions and exceptional customer service. With 29 locations across Pennsylvania, Ohio, and New York, we provide comprehensive solutions in lighting, datacomm, automation, and industrial services.

What Sets Us Apart are our Core Values:

• Commitment to Integrity
• Teamwork
• Accountability
• Profitability

Where we work hard and go home happy!

Electrifying Benefits:

• Health Coverage: Choose from 2 PPO options for Medical, Dental, Vision, and RX—coverage kicks in just 60 days after the 1st of the month!
• 401K with company match.
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA) & Health Savings Account (HSA).
• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP): Become a stakeholder in our success!
• Quarterly bonuses.
• Company-paid disability and life insurance.
• Generous paid holidays and paid time off accruing.
• Opportunities for continuing education and professional development.

Position Overview:

The Counter Sales Representative plays an important role in supporting our goal of creating lasting value for those we serve by performing tasks to support the branch location and serve as a resource to customers. This position is responsible for offering counter support while exhibiting outstanding customer service skills and a commitment to quality and efficiency. You will work closely with our sales and operations teams to deliver customer experiences that promote and support our products and services, while meeting customer expectations. The Counter Sales Representative promotes our culture, The SYD Way, and our core values to all those they serve.

Responsibilities:

• Serve a group of diverse customers at counters by providing information on products or services
• Assist customers with product selection and application
• Share information as it relates to the SYD credit policy, various delivery options, in-house services, and training events
• Provide feedback on accurate product availability and delivery information
• Make recommendations for stock items or customer service stock based on branch sales/customer inquiries
• Maintain a neat, organized, and clean appearance throughout the counter area. Keep shelves, bins, and pegs stocked and properly labeled
• Maintain current vendor/manufacturer promotional materials, displays, banners, sales collateral, and sales reference tools through counter area
• Responsible for oversight of products on bid and/or sales orders, including but not limited to purchasing from vendors and/or manufacturers, resolve customer problems, communicate lead times, ensure delivery of order, and process credits
• Work directly with vendors to obtain special pricing, when applicable.
• Grow sales and gross margin
• Utilize vendor websites for product searches, pricing, availability and cut sheets.
• Review and manage daily reports and queues to maintain accurate prioritization and necessary follow-up on bids, open orders, and credits
• Maintain Will Call orders, which may include calling customers, shipping orders, canceling orders, etc.
• Perform cycle counts, maintain inventory and location accuracy
• Manage all inbound and outbound communications in a professional and timely manner
• Properly maintain daily schedule, e-mail, and voicemail to reflect current activities.
• Work with Customer Experience Manager and/or Outside Sales to keep account pricing relevant and contact information up-to-date
• Make outbound calls to house accounts or prospects in effort to grow business, as requested by your manager
• Assist customers with safely loading their vehicles with purchased products
• Pursuit of continuing education related to Schaedler Yesco Distribution products, services and solutions.
• Open to being a 26ft box truck driver backup.

Qualifications:

• Ability to maintain confidentiality of sensitive and/or customer-related information.
• Excellent Interpersonal skills with good sales tactics.
• Ability to prioritize work based upon customer need(s).
• Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office or related software.
• Customer service experience required.
• Willingness to seek continual education regarding newly available products.
• Must have experience utilizing Microsoft Office products.
• Previous experience working in a retail or sales environment preferred.
• Able to maintain a customer service focused approach to all customer interactions.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Able and willing to collaborate with different Schaedler Yesco Distribution departments as needed to meet customer needs.
• Ability to analyze workload and establish priorities based upon customer demand and time sensitive tasks.
• Ability to make sound decisions that are based upon ensuring customer satisfaction, while in accordance with Schaedler Yesco Distribution guidelines and practices.

Additional Information:
• Work Shift and Hours: Monday - Friday: 7:30 AM - 4:00 PM

• Lift up to 50 pounds at a time.
• Work on their feet for prolonged periods of time.
• Safely traverse the warehouse floor when applicable.
• Ability to use a keyboard and type proficiently.
• Talk and hear, both in-person and via telephone.
• Specific vision abilities required by this position include close vision and ability to adjust focus.

This position operates primarily in a Counter i.e., retail location. This position requires the use of such equipment as computers, internet, phones, and point-of-sale technology.

• Other Duties: *Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee, for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time without notice.