Counter Sales Representative - Portland

Sonepar; Portland (OR); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

401(k) retirement savings with company

Tuition Reimbursement

Employee referral bonus

Shareholder opportunity

Job summary

North Coast, a member of the Sonepar group, offers electrical products and services to contractors and manufacturers across Oregon. This on-site role focuses on counter sales, quotations, order entry, and building strong vendor relationships to expand market share.

You will support daily sales activities, engage customers, and collaborate with other departments to deliver top-tier service. The position requires reliable attendance, basic computer skills, and a team-focused attitude.

Qualifications

• Previous sales experience and electrical product knowledge preferred.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Self-motivated problem solver in a team environment.
• Positive attitude and desire to improve skill level.
• Experience with Microsoft Office/Excel/Word; proficiency with Solar Eclipse preferred.

Responsibilities

• Counter Sales for Contractor, Industrial & OEM Market.
• Quotations, order entry, tracking and proactive Customer Service.
• Counter and other sales/support duties as directed.
• Establish and maintain strong relationships with key vendors.
• Commit to proactive and team-oriented sales approach.
• Identify and pursue gross margin and market share growth opportunities.
• Promote DOTP Customer Service Guarantees for increased share.
• Build relationships with Will Call customers.
• Assist warehouse tasks (wire cuts, order filling, loading delivery truck).
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Excellent communication

Electrical product knowledge

Self-motivated

Teamwork

MS Office/Excel/Word

Tools

Microsoft Excel & Word

Solar Eclipse

Job description

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A career at North Coast is more than a job. You’re investing in a brighter, more sustainable future together and joining a team that makes a real difference for our customers. North Coast offers electrical products and services to contractors. If it helps bring electricity to an office, home, factory or other building – you can find it here. We operate throughout Oregon, Montana, Idaho, Alaska, Washington and we are part of the Sonepar group, the world’s #1 electrical distributor with over 45,000 associates around the globe.

Being "Powered by Difference" means we respect and value diverse perspectives.North Coast we offer a supportive culture and great benefits, and as part of the larger Sonepar group, we can offer exciting opportunities to grow your career.

This Position Reports to:

Charles Olson @220 ([e-mail])

What You Will Do:

• Counter Sales for Contractor, Industrial & OEM Market
• Quotations, order entry, tracking and proactive Customer Service
• Counter and other sales/support duties as directed
• Establish and maintain strong working relationships with key vendors
• Commit to proactive and team approach to sales
• Identify and pursue gross margin and market share growth opportunities
• Promote heavily the DOTP (Deliver on the Promise) CSG’s (Customer Service Guarantees) for increased share
• Relationship building with Will Call customers
• Helping warehouse as needed (wire cuts, filling orders, loading delivery truck)
• Other duties as assigned

What You Will Bring:

• Possess a personal and professional vision of success inteamwork
• Previous sales experience and product knowledge in the electrical field is preferred
• Excellent written and oral communication skills
• Self-motivated problem solver in a team environment
• Positive attitude, willingness and desire to improve skill level
• Experience with Microsoft Office/Excel/Word
• Proficiency in Solar Eclipse is preferred

Physical Requirements and Work Environment:

• Continuous phone and computer usage
• Standing and Lifting (Up to 50lbs)
• Usual 40-hour work-week Monday through Friday however based on business needs evening and weekend hours may occasionally be required.
• Requires regular and reliable on-site attendance

Additional Requirements:

• Must be authorized to work in the United States without current or future visa sponsorship.
• Any offer of employment is contingent upon the successful completion of all applicable pre-employment requirements, which may include a background check, drug screening, credit check, and motor vehicle record review, as permitted by law and required for the position.

What We Offer You

We offer great family-friendly benefits to full-time associates:

• Paid time off
• Paid parental leave
• 401(k) retirement savings with company match
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Employee referral bonus
• Opportunity to become a shareholder
• Employer-paid short- and long-term disability
• Employer-paid life insurance for spouse and dependents
• Robust wellness program
• Gym reimbursement
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

We’re proud to be a military-friendly company, and our many employee resource groups (ERGs) help you make connections and feel supported.

Sonepar is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their race, color, creed, religion, national origin, citizenship status, ancestry, sex, age, physical or mental disability unrelated to ability, marital status, family responsibilities, pregnancy, genetic information, sexual orientation, order of protection status, protected veteran or military status, or an unfavorable discharge from military service, or any other categories protected by federal, state or local law.

Sonepar and our family of brands are committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. In keeping with our commitment, we will take the steps to assure that people with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations. Accordingly, if a reasonable accommodation is required to fully participate in the job application or interview process, to perform the essential functions of the position, and/or to receive all other benefits and privileges of employment, please call 843-745-2420 or email [e-mail] .

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