Customer Service/Sales

The Home Depot; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading home improvement retailer in Washington, DC is looking for Customer Service/Sales associates. These positions involve providing fast and friendly service to customers, maintaining assigned areas, and ensuring safety standards are followed. Ideal candidates will be able to work collaboratively in various departments and have strong communication skills. A retail or customer service background is beneficial. Competitive compensation and a supportive work environment are offered.

Qualifications

• Experience in customer service or retail environment is a plus.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and handle multiple tasks.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide fast, friendly service to assess customer needs.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of assigned areas.
• Follow safety policies and report hazards promptly.

Job description

Position Purpose

Customer Service/Sales associates provide fast, friendly service by actively seeking out customers to assess their needs and provide assistance. These associates learn about products using our tools, and provide information to customers in order to sell an entire project. Associates in this position will learn how to greet, qualify, recommend and close every customer in their department, and know how to handle basics in adjacent departments. Customer Service/Sales associates maintain the in-stock condition of assigned areas, and ensure it is clean, shop-able, and safe. Each associate has the responsibility of providing a safe working and shopping environment by following all safety policies & standards, completing specified safety training, immediately correcting hazards & unsafe conditions or reporting conditions to the Manager on Duty, and working safely as not to endanger themselves, co-workers, vendors, or customers. These associates work in cooperation with their Department Supervisor and other associates in their department as well as other departments. Specific store departments may include Building Materials, Décor, Electrical, Flooring, Garden, Hardware, Kitchen & Bath, Lumber, Millwork, Paint, Plumbing and Tool Rental. The Customer Service/Sales position types may include Department Sales, Lead Generator, Pro Account Sales, Sales Specialist, Special Services, and Customer Order Specialist.