Hybrid Warehouse and Customer Support Rep

Emser-Tile; Albuquerque (NM); Hybrid; USD 23,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Emser Tile LLC, a national leader in ceramic tile and natural stone distribution, seeks a versatile Warehouse Representative & Customer Support Hybrid for our Albuquerque branch. You will manage daily warehouse operations, inventory integrity, and customer-facing tasks in a hybrid role, including forklift operations and order processing.

The position emphasizes customer service, accuracy, and teamwork in a fast-paced environment, with bilingual Spanish/English skills preferred to support a

Qualifications

• Experience in building, construction, design, or warehouse environments.
• Strong customer-focused, organized, and detail-oriented.
• Ability to work in a busy environment and as part of a team.
• Forklift certification preferred.
• Bilingual in Spanish and English preferred.

Responsibilities

• Execute daily warehouse operations from receiving to shipping following policy.
• Maintain inventory accuracy and conduct daily reconciliations.
• Handle will-call customers and provide professional service.
• Operate forklift safely and manage loading/unloading.
• Assist inside operations with order entry, payments, and showrooms staffing.
• Provide order entry, pricing inquiries, and tracking support.
• Maintain showroom standards and assist with sample boards.

Skills

Customer service

Warehouse operations

Inventory management

Team collaboration

Bilingual Spanish/English

Attention to detail

Problem solving

Tools

Forklift

Wet saw

Job description

Job DetailsJob Location: Albuquerque - Albuquerque, NM 87113-1945Position Type: Full TimeSalary Range: $17.00 - $22.00 HourlyWarehouse Representative & Customer Support Hybrid

Emser Tile LLC

Emser Tile LLC, a national leader in the distribution of high-quality ceramic tile and natural stone, is seeking a versatile Warehouse Representative & Customer Support Hybrid, for our local branch. With over 50 years of continuous growth, we offer immediate opportunities for professionals who thrive in dynamic environments and are passionate about customer service, operations, and inventory management.

Role Overview

In this hybrid role, your primary focus is to execute seamless warehouse operations, manage inventory integrity, and maintain facility standards. Operating a forklift daily will be required. Your secondary responsibility is to support inside operations by responding to customer requests, providing general account assistance, and processing orders efficiently.

Primary Responsibilities for Warehouse Representative

• Executes daily warehouse operations, seamlessly managing inventory from intake (receiving, inspection, labeling, stocking) through fulfillment (picking, packing, shipping) in compliance with company policies.
• Conducts daily warehouse inventory reconciliations, proactively resolves discrepancies, generates and maintains inventory reports.
• Efficiently handle will-call customers and ensure professional service throughout their experience.
• Performs inventory receiving, recording, issuing, and transporting goods (tasks as required), ensuring accuracy and efficiency.
• Operates a forklift to safely load and unload freight from inbound and outbound trucks as well as customer vehicles.
• Keeps the warehouse, loading docks, ramps and building exterior clean, organized and safe.
• Supports inside branch operations by answering phone inquiries, greeting and assisting with walk-in customers and generating or process pick slips.
• Prepares basic sample boards for both branch and customer showrooms.
• Other tasks as assigned to support both customer service and warehouse operations.

Key Responsibilities for Customer Support Representative

• Interfaces with both internal and external customers including Sales Reps, Builders, Designers, Contractors, and walk-in customers, delivering outstanding customer service both in person and over the phone.
• Delivers exceptional service and support by streamlining coordination between the Company and its customers.
• Drives sales by proactively assisting customers with product selections and resolving inquiries, while ensuring accurate and efficient order entry.
• Coordinates day-to-day account operations, including order entry, product and pricing inquiries , order status and tracking.
• Performs administrative duties such as processing payments, enters vendor stock orders, open order management, reconciliation of cash drawer, prepares bank deposits and end of day paperwork.
• Maintains showroom standards by overseeing cleanliness, safety compliance, sample updates and monthly inventory audits.
• Prepares basic sample boards for both branch and customer showrooms.
• Other tasks as assigned to support both customer service and warehouse operations.

Qualifications (Knowledge/Skills/Abilities/Experience)

• 1-3 years of experience in building, construction, design, or warehouse environments preferred.
• Results-driven, customer-focused, highly organized, and detail-oriented.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team and thrive in a busy environment.
• Outstanding leadership, critical thinking, decision-making, and listening skills.
• Strong relationship-building skills and composure under pressure, with a commitment to open communication and trust.
• Knowledge of database and query functions; functional computer skills required.
• Ability to accurately read and respond to non-verbal communication.
• Excellent basic math skills, including piece-to-square-foot calculations and product counting/tracking.
• Ability to create and produce basic sample boards and handle inventory safely and efficiently.
• Forklift certification and experience using a wet saw are a plus.
• Bilingual in Spanish and English preferred, or other language as appropriate for the area.
• Must be able to pass a background check.

Physical Requirements

• Stand, use hands, and reach with hands and arms for prolonged periods.
• Walk, stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, sit, climb, and balance as part of daily activities.
• Lift and/or move up to 50 pounds regularly
• Specific vision abilities required include close vision, peripheral vision, and ability to adjust focus.
• Exposure to moving mechanical parts and occasional fumes or airborne particles.
• May encounter a wide range of temperatures and loud noise levels.
• Ability to talk on the phone and use computers for extended periods.
• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

Other Information

• There are no direct reports for this position.
• Regular, predictable attendance is an essential function of the job.
• This is an hourly role following a traditional workday, with flexibility to work additional hours based on business needs.
• Ability to operate a forklift safely and efficiently will be required.
• Employees are expected to maintain a clean, professional appearance and adhere to the company’s dress code policy to represent our brand.

QualificationsEmser is an equal opportunity employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind. Emser makes employment decisions on the basis of business needs, job requirements, individual qualifications and merit. Emser wants to have the best available people in every job. Therefore, Emser does not permit its employees to harass, discriminate or retaliate against other employees or applicants because of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, national origin, military and veteran status, age, physical or mental disability, genetic characteristic, reproductive health decisions, family or parental status or any other consideration made unlawful by applicable laws. Equal employment opportunity will be extended to all persons in all aspects of the employer-employee relationship. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including, but not limited to, hiring, training, promotion, discipline, compensation benefits, and separation of employment. The Human Resources Department has overall responsibility for this policy and maintains reporting and monitoring procedures. Any questions or concerns should be referred to the Human Resources Department.

Consistent with the Americans with Disabilities Act, applicants may request accommodations needed to participate in the application process by contacting the Emser Tile Talent Acquisition Team at [e-mail] or 323-650-2000.