Home Improvement Sales Specialist – Growth & Benefits

Lowe's; Salem (VA); On-site; USD 23,000 - 24,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

10% Associate Discount

Health insurance options

Tuition assistance program

401(k) company match

Track to the Trades program

Job summary

Lowe's is hiring a Sales Specialist in Virginia to assist customers, become a product expert, and drive sales. You will discuss project needs, explain features and financing, and close sales while guiding customers through a fast-paced store environment.

You may work in Appliances, Cabinets, Flooring, Live Nursery, etc., depending on store needs. The role emphasizes customer service, teamwork, and training junior associates.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year experience in customer-facing sales or 6 months of Lowe’s retail experience (Or 3 years of external experience in customer-facing sales or 18 months of Lowe’s retail experience if education requirement is not met)
• 1 year of experience in sales or customer service in a sales environment with required sales goals or metrics
• Able to Read, write, and perform basic arithmetic (addition and subtraction)
• Able to stand and sit for prolonged periods
• Minimally lift 25lbs unassisted or over 25lbs with or without an accommodation
• Obtain sales-related licensure or registration if required by law in your state (Lowe's will support and fund this requirement)

Responsibilities

• Provide SMART customer service by seeking out customers to understand their needs, answer questions, and communicate the advantages of Lowe's products and services
• Serve as a point of contact for customers and vendors within your department, providing project estimates, scheduling installer visits, processing and tracking customer orders/installations, and following up to ensure project completion.
• If in the Pro Department, focus on external accounts and outside sales and services
• Monitor inventory levels to support sales, working with vendors and other stores to find merchandise and order replacement stock
• Perform price reviews by pricing policies and ensure maintenance of pricing and documentation
• Support all checkout functions, call buttons, departmental pages, or requests for assistance
• Train associates in the department by conducting on-the-job training on the Sales floor and coaching around development needs
• Complete other duties as assigned

Skills

Customer facing sales

Sales experience

Communication skills

Reading & arithmetic

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Lowe's is hiring a Sales Specialist in Virginia to assist customers, become a product expert, and drive sales. You will discuss project needs, explain features and financing, and close sales while guiding customers through a fast-paced store environment.

You may work in Appliances, Cabinets, Flooring, Live Nursery, etc., depending on store needs. The role emphasizes customer service, teamwork, and training junior associates.