Counter Sales Representative

United Electric Supply; Vineland (NJ); On-site; USD 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance

Disability Insurance

401(K) and Stock Ownership

Paid Vacation and holidays

Educational Benefits

Wellness Programs

Work/Life Balance

Job summary

United Electric Supply in Vineland, NJ, is seeking a dedicated Counter Sales Representative. This role is pivotal as the first contact for customers, assisting with inquiries and order processing. The ideal candidate has strong communication skills and the capability to maintain an organized counter area.

Responsibilities include managing inventory, providing detailed product advice, and solving customer problems effectively. Compensation includes various benefits such as health insurance, a 401(k) plan, and eligibility for commission.

Qualifications

• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills – both written and verbal.
• Ability to effectively handle multiple tasks with a multi-functional team.
• Detail-oriented, organized, consistent, and tenacious.

Responsibilities

• Verify shipment of goods and maintain clean stock area.
• Provide detailed information to customer inquiries.
• Meet or exceed sales budget by seeking new business.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Detail-oriented

Time management

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

ERP system

Job description

Overview

United Electric Supply Co. Inc. is a nationally recognized, 100% employee-owned company that is a large multi-regional supplier of electrical products and advanced services for the construction and industrial markets. United Electric offers a full range of electrical products and services with concentrations in industrial automation, building automation, lighting, wire/conduit, distribution and control, data communications, electro-mechanical and energy solutions. With over 300 employees, United Electric is headquartered in New Castle, Delaware with locations throughout Delaware, Pennsylvania, Maryland, New Jersey, Virginia and New York.

Position Summary

We are seeking a customer-focused and detail-oriented Counter Sales Representative to join our team. In this role, you will be the first point of contact for customers, assisting with product inquiries, in-person order processing, and providing expert product advice. Strong communication skills and the ability to build customer relationships are essential for success. This position also involves maintaining a clean, organized counter area, managing inventory levels, and supporting the overall goals of the sales team.

Position Responsibilities

• Verify shipment of goods received from branch transfers and packing slips.
• Organize and stock warehouse shelves with incoming materials and supplies.
• Maintain clean, orderly, and safe stock area.
• Participate in the Cycle Counting efforts at the branch.
• Provide insightful, accurate, detailed information to our customers questions or problems. Always greet customers at the sales counter or through incoming telephone calls.
• Responsible for pricing, recommending, and selling appropriate products to our customers as well as quoting jobs and bids on material.
• Efficiently collect requested material from the shelves, ensuring it correctly aligns with the customer’s application and order.
• Assist with pulling materials for transfers to other branches, phone orders, and orders to be delivered when needed or requested.
• Ensure the counter area is kept clean, orderly and safe.
• Solve customer problems tactfully and promptly.
• Awareness of all new product information and promotions through vendor – and company-sponsored Lunch and Learns, upon availability.
• Meet or exceed sales budget by proactively seeking new business and participating in selling programs and promotions.
• Work closely with all internal departments, combining individual efforts to better serve the customer.

Safety and Compliance

• May be required to operate powered industrial trucks.
• Must be able to lift 50 lbs. several times a day, bend, twist, and climb.
• Adhere to all United Electric health, safety, and environmental policies.
• Act in a safe and positive manner always, ensure that those around you do not put themselves or others at risk. Your personal safety is your responsibility.
• Complete an accident/Incident report for any safety and/or health infractions that occur or witnessed.

Commitment to Safety

• Adhere to all United Electric health, safety, and environmental policies.
• Act in a safe and positive manner always, ensure that those around you do not put themselves or others at risk. Your personal safety is your responsibility.
• Complete an accident/Incident report for any safety and/or health infractions that occurs or are witnessed.
• Support all United Electric health, safety, and environmental policies for all employees within your branch.

Qualifications

• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills – both written and verbal.
• Ability to effectively handle multiple tasks and collaborate within a multi-functional team.
• Detail oriented, organized, consistent and tenacious.
• A team player – work together with others to accomplish common goals of company.
• Organized with strong time management skills.
• Ability to learn our ERP system.
• Industry product knowledge beneficial.
• Self-motivated and self-starter.
• Minimum High School Diploma.
• Customer Service Training/Experience is preferred

Compensation & Benefits

• Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Disability Insurance and Life Insurance
• 401(K) and Stock Ownership
• Paid Vacation and holidays
• Educational Benefits
• Wellness Programs
• Work/Life Balance
• Eligible for Commission

We are an equal employment opportunity employer.