Lumberyard Sales Counter Specialist

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

Job summary

Scherer Bros. Lumber Co. in Shakopee, MN is seeking a Sales Counter Associate for our lumberyard.

You will greet customers, advise on building materials, and process purchases at the counter and by phone, using our computer systems to generate material estimates and orders. The ideal candidate has strong customer service experience in lumber or construction, reads blueprints, and can communicate clearly with customers and vendors.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• 2–5 years in building/lumber industry preferred.
• 2–5 years in customer service/sales in lumber industry preferred.
• Ability to read/interpret blueprints.

Responsibilities

• Assist walk-in and telephone customers with selections and purchases.
• Enter material lists into computer and process orders.
• Process customer payments and close transactions at the counter.
• Follow up with customers regarding order deliveries and lead times.
• Demonstrate products in showroom and maintain literature and displays.

Skills

Customer service

Communication skills

Blueprint reading

Problem solving

Computer literacy

Time management

Organizational skills

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

2 year degree in construction technology preferred

Tools

Microsoft Word

Outlook

Data Entry

Job description

Scherer Bros. Lumber Co. in Shakopee, MN is seeking a Sales Counter Associate for our lumberyard.

You will greet customers, advise on building materials, and process purchases at the counter and by phone, using our computer systems to generate material estimates and orders. The ideal candidate has strong customer service experience in lumber or construction, reads blueprints, and can communicate clearly with customers and vendors.