Counter Sales Service Associate

Johnstone-Supply---the-Founders-Group; Bothell (WA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401K with employer match

Scholarship opportunities

Referral program

Job summary

Johnstone Supply - The Founders Group in Bothell, WA is seeking a Counter Sales Associate to build product knowledge and assist customers in selecting HVAC/R parts. You will handle transactions, help with receiving and shipping, and maintain organized records in a fast-paced warehouse showroom.

The ideal candidate has 1–3 years of sales experience, strong communication skills, a high school diploma or GED, and a willingness to learn HVAC/R.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• 1–3 years of sales and service experience.
• Effective communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Willingness to develop HVAC/R knowledge locally.

Responsibilities

• Handle inbound/outbound customer interactions with courtesy.
• Assist customers in product selection and troubleshooting.
• Process quotes and follow up to secure sales.
• Maintain showroom cleanliness and stock displays.
• Support warehouse tasks including packing and shipping.
• Adhere to safety policies and company standards.

Skills

Communication skills

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

WHO WE ARE -

**Competitive Pay ** Work/Life-Balance ** Winning Team**

Johnstone Supply - The Founders Group is a 3rd generation family-owned wholesale distributor for heating, cooling, and refrigeration supplies and equipment. We operate across 6 states as one of the nation's largest HVAC/R distributors. Johnstone Supply offers superior customer service, technical advice and training seminars and features the industry’s most respected catalog (available both digital and online) featuring more than 80,000 quality parts, supplies and equipment. Our purpose is to keep our communities safe & comfortable!

IDEAL CANDIDATE PROFILE –

The ideal Johnstone Supply team member is someone who exhibits our core values (Customer Focused, Accountable, Solutions-Minded, Always Learning, and Collaborative) and 9 winning habits. These include:

1. Be a Great Teammate
2. Be Accountable
3. Have a Plan
4. Solve Problems
5. Have a Winning Attitude
6. Put Yourself in the Customer’s Shoes
7. Develop Yourself
8. Have Fun
9. Lead People – Manage Processes

SCHEDULE -

Monday - Friday, 8-hour shifts between 7:00am - 5:00pm

PAY RATE -

Pay rate: $23 / hour

PRIMARY PURPOSE -

Counter Sales Associates must develop and maintain knowledge of new and existing products and inventory. In addition to counter sales responsibilities, they are to assist with receiving, shipping, and general warehouse duties. Ensuring records are organized and filed daily. Counter Sales will also complete all transactions and necessary paperwork accurately and promptly.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities -

Customer Service Results and Responsibilities

• Answer incoming telephone calls and greet customers. Handle multiple customers and customer requests simultaneously while maintaining a friendly and professional manner.
• Assist customers in making product selections by asking questions and actively listening to identify customer needs.
• Assist with the system or product troubleshooting and answer technical questions.
• Identify alternate or substitute products to meet customer needs.
• Research and source products for customers using various tools, including point-of-sale computer systems, catalogs, websites, JXI, and industry and store contacts.
• Enter sales orders into a point-of-sale computer system for invoicing or cash payments.
• Process customer returns and warranties following company guidelines.
• Follow up on all customer requests for information, quotes, alternative parts, and delivery dates.
• Proactively communicate with customers about any expected delays or issues with their orders.
• Develop good working relationships and rapport with customers. Greet regulars by name.
• Maintain the highest standards in cleanliness and appearance of the showroom through stocking shelves, housekeeping, creating displays, etc.
• Resolve customer complaints and disputes in a timely, professional manner that balances customer requests with business needs.
• Follow company pricing and credit guidelines.
• Support all warehouse functions during idle times and as needed. This includes customer order fulfillment (picking, packing, staging), shipping and receiving a freight/stock movement/replenishment and put-away, warehouse cleaning/upkeep, and forklift operation
• Adhere to all company safety policies and guidelines
• Ability to type 30-50 WPM

Sales Results and Responsibilities

• Prepare and issue sales quotes following company guidelines. Follow up on quotes to secure sales.
• Educate customers/prospects re: the variety of products available for sale and the benefits of shopping at Johnstone Supply.
• Increase customer satisfaction and store profitability by proactively recommending additional items a customer might need and promotions that might interest them.
• Promote surplus, sale, discounted, and obsolete inventory to customers to maintain proper inventory levels. Communicate unexpected increases or decreases in product demand and inventory to purchasing or management.
• Participate in company promotional efforts, both in person and over the phone

General Results and Responsibilities

• Maintain knowledge of new and existing products and inventory by participating in training, studying Johnstone and industry catalogs and websites, and seeking knowledge from experienced staff members and factory reps.
• Assist in receiving, shipping and general warehouse duties.
• Organize and maintain appropriate records.
• Complete all transactions and necessary paperwork accurately and promptly.
• Support warehouse functions during idle times and as needed.

Qualifications and Experience -

• Requires a high school diploma or general education degree GED
• Must have 1-3 years of experience as a sales and service associate.
• Must be able to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing.
• Must be willing to develop and maintain HVAC/R industry knowledge, including parts, supplies, applications, and local

Other Details -

• We offer competitive benefits, including health insurance through UnitedHealthcare, 401K with employer match, scholarship opportunities, a referral program, and much more!
• Johnstone Supply – The Founders Group participates in E-Verify. All new hires must be able to successfully pass employment verification through the E-Verify program.
• All new hires must be able to successfully pass a background check, MVR screening (if applicable, for roles with driving responsibilities), and a pre-employment drug screen