Floater

Van-Marcke-Trade-Supply; Farmers Branch (TX); On-site; USD 29,000 - 38,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company-paid medical, dental, vision,

Life insurance for eligible full-time

Paid holidays

Paid vacation and sick leave

Company-matched 401(k) after one year

Health and Wellness Program

Disability, accident, and critical Ill

Job summary

Van Marcke Trade Supply seeks a reliable Floater to deliver excellent customer service and assist customers in-store. You will help locate merchandise, answer questions, and process sales at the POS system.

Responsibilities include receiving and stocking merchandise, maintaining organization, and supporting inventory control and merchandising initiatives. Requires a High School diploma and a valid driver’s license; some college and retail experience are a plus.

Qualifications

• High School diploma required; some college preferred.
• Previous retail or counter sales experience is preferred.
• Must possess a valid driver's license and be able to drive for business.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds regularly and stand for extended periods.

Responsibilities

• Assist customers, answer questions, and help locate merchandise.
• Process sales and operate the POS system accurately.
• Receive, stock, price, and rotate merchandise as directed.
• Maintain clean, safe, and organized store and stockroom areas.
• Support inventory control, signage, and merchandising across departments.

Skills

Customer service

Team player

Flexibility

Sales

POS system

Education

High School diploma

Some college

Tools

POS system

Job description

Job Summary:Working as a Floater is rewarding and engaging. You are responsible for coming to work as a friendly associate ensuring each customer receives amazing service following the Van Marcke standards. Aiding customers by answering any questions they may have and helping them locate the merchandise they are looking for. Assisting in the receiving, stocking, pricing of all merchandise and help maintain a clean and orderly store.Responsibilities:Perform all duties within the store as trained and directed by the Store Manager.Ensure each customer receives outstanding guest service by providing a friendly environment, greeting and acknowledging every customer, maintaining strong product knowledge, and following all guest service standards.Assist customers at the counter, process sales transactions, and operate the computerized point-of-sale (POS) system.Answer incoming phone sales calls and assist with inquiries.Facilitate special orders for customers and pull customer orders accurately and efficiently.Assist in receiving merchandise, including monitoring the unloading of all materials into the facility; ensuring materials are staged for counting and inspection; and ensuring receiving reports accurately reflect materials received.Ensure materials are stored properly to conserve space and comply with safety procedures; assist with inventory rotation within the store.Resolve discrepancies with accounting regarding invoices, packing slips, and receiver reports; monitor paperwork flow and perform inventory control with timely data entry.Assist in controlling inventory shrink, expenses, and payroll awareness as directed.Maintain appropriate merchandise stock levels, merchandise presentation, signage, and assortments across all departments.Stock and replenish out-of-stock items, including down-stocking merchandise as needed.Assist with comparison shopping, report findings, and share information with management as requested.Support store and department goals by reviewing trends and assisting with recommended changes.Ensure compliance with all company policies and procedures through participation in meetings, store walk-throughs, and audits.Maintain store cleanliness, including taking out trash, dusting, mopping floors, cleaning restrooms, associate areas, and stockroom spaces.Learn and follow company policies, established safety rules, and safe work practices; immediately report accidents to managementDrive between store locations or to the warehouse for business needs as required by the Store Manager. Mileage will be accrued and reimbursed for approved business travel between locations during working hours only.Assist at the warehouse as needed, including unloading water heater trucks and other materials.Perform other duties as assigned by upper management.Requirements:Strong work ethic; team player willing to go above and beyond.Education/Training: High School diploma required; some college preferred.Previous retail experience in sales, counter sales, or merchandising preferred.Possess product knowledge of hardware-related and/or plumbing products, or willingness to learn.Ability to work flexible hours, including weekdays and weekends, to meet business needs.Ability to travel to other store locations as needed.Must possess a valid driver’s license and be able to drive for business purposes when requested by management.Ability to lift up to 50 pounds frequently to load and unload customer orders, warehouse deliveries, and merchandise.Ability to stand for extended periods and perform physical tasks throughout the shift.Ability to move, lift, and handle boxes of merchandise and fixtures throughout the store and warehouse environment.All new hires will be trained to assist customers from start to finish, including completing purchases using the POS system.The ideal Sales Associate candidate will have retail experience with counter sales and a strong customer service focus.BenefitsCompany-paid medical, dental, vision, and life insurance for eligible full-time employeesAdditional voluntary benefits, including disability, accident, and critical illness coverageCompany-matched 401(k) after one year of employmentPaid holidaysPaid vacation and sick leaveOpportunities for career growth and developmentHealth and Wellness ProgramPlease Note: This job ad is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, schedules, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, schedules, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.About Van Marcke Trade SupplyVan Marcke Trade Supply is a leading wholesale plumbing supply company that has been serving the industry for over 90 years. Our roots trace back to 1929 when founder Raymond Van Marcke started this company in Kortrijk, Belgium. Today, we've grown into a nationwide company with over 25 store locations across the United States. We're dedicated to providing our customers with the best products, services, and expertise in the plumbing supply industry.We believe in investing in our team members and providing ongoing training and development to help you advance your career. We're also committed to promoting from within, so you can grow and succeed with us. At Van Marcke Trade Supply, you'll have the opportunity to work with a team of passionate and dedicated professionals who are committed to providing exceptional service to our customers.At Van Marcke, you'll have the opportunity to work with a dynamic and supportive team that's dedicated to making a difference in the plumbing supply industry. Join us today and discover your path to success!Our Company is an equal employment opportunity employer. The Company's policy is not to unlawfully discriminate against any applicant or employee on the basis of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age, military status, disability, genetic information, or any other consideration made unlawful by applicable federal, state, or local laws. The Company also prohibits harassment of applicants and employees based on any of these protected categories.