Lumberyard Inside Sales Assoc.

Scherer Bros. Lumber Co.; Shakopee (MN); On-site; USD 28,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Paycom - ATS Lumberyard in Shakopee, MN seeks an Inside Sales Associate to assist customers with selecting building materials in a showroom and on the floor. You will greet visitors, answer calls, and help customers complete purchases.

You will read blueprints, estimate material lists, and enter orders while coordinating with vendors and dispatch for timely deliveries. This role emphasizes accuracy, teamwork, and safety.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• 2+ years in building/lumber industry preferred.
• Strong customer service and communication skills essential.

Responsibilities

• Greet walk-in customers and answer telephones.
• Advise on products and services; assist selecting items.
• Enter material lists into computer and process payments.

Skills

Customer service

Blueprint reading

Communication

Microsoft Office

Problem solving

Education

High School Diploma

2-year degree in construction technology

Tools

MS Word

Outlook

Data Entry

Job description

Lumberyard Inside Sales Assoc.# Lumberyard Inside Sales Assoc.Hot JobShakopee Retail Yard - Shakopee, MN 55379## OverviewSalary Range$20.00 - $23.00 HourlyEducation LevelHigh School/GEDTravel PercentageNoneCategorySales## Position SummaryAssist walk-in and telephone customers with the selection and purchase of building materials. Regular and reliable attendance is an essential function of this job.**ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:**Customer Service* Greet walk-in customer and answer telephones* Recommend and provide advice on a variety of products and services* Enter material list into computer* Special order products from vendor catalogs* Process customer paymentEstimate Materials* Read blueprints* Determine material list from blueprint* Calculate amount of materials needed* Enter estimate into computer* Price specialty itemsCommunication* Follow-up with customer regarding items order for delivery* Communicate with vendors regarding pricing, availability, and products* Communicate with Dispatch regarding delivery timesShowroom/Display Floor* Present and demonstrate products throughout showroom* Update and fill literature, products, and brochures throughout showroomContinuous Improvement* Promote and support Continuous Improvement initiatives; follow Standard work as it applies to your work area and functions* Seek input from team to identify process improvement opportunities and recommend solutions* Commitment to Standard Work and willingness to create a positive impactSafety and Wellnes* Assist other employees and departments as directed and needed* Increase knowledge and awareness of safety for yourself and others throughout the workplace* Report all safety concerns, hazards and incidents* Follow ergonomically correct standards in personal workspace* Promote safety and wellness initiatives## Qualifications**EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE:*** High School Diploma or equivalent* Minimum of 2 year degree in construction technology preferred* 2 – 5 years in the building/lumber industry* 2 – 5 years customer service/sales in lumber industry preferred**KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES:*** Excellent customer service skills* Knowledge of building materials and methods required* Excellent communication skills using verbal, written, and listening skills* Ability to read/interrupt blueprints* Ability to problem solve using analytical methods and details decisions* Computer literate (Microsoft, Word, Outlook, Data Entry, etc.)* Ability to access and understand resources available within the industry* Excellent organizational and time management skills**PHYSICAL DEMANDS:*** Ability to sit for extended periods of time* Frequent use of hands and wrist required for computer & telephone use**ENVIRONMENT & PHYSICAL WORKING CONDITIONS:*** Work indoors in Office/Desk setting* Occasional work occurs in retail/showroom floor