Sales Associate

Midwest Lumber and Supply Inc.; Butler (MO); On-site; USD 21,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Midwest Lumber and Supply Inc. in Butler, MO is seeking a Sales Associate to drive sales and provide excellent customer service in a retail setting. You will engage with customers, understand needs, and communicate product benefits to support informed purchasing decisions.

The role includes handling transactions, maintaining inventory, restocking, and keeping the store clean and organized to foster a positive shopping experience.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Retail or customer service experience preferred.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Experience with point-of-sale systems.
• Knowledge of inventory management practices.
• Ability to work flexible hours including Saturdays.

Responsibilities

• Greet and assist customers in a friendly and professional manner.
• Provide detailed product information and recommendations based on customer inquiries.
• Process transactions accurately and efficiently using the point-of-sale system.
• Maintain store appearance by organizing merchandise, restocking shelves, and ensuring cleanliness.
• Collaborate with team members to achieve sales goals and enhance customer service.
• This job description may include other related duties as assigned.

Skills

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Sales techniques

Product knowledge

Organization

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

POS systems

Job description

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RETAIL Full Time Midwest Lumber and Supply - Butler, MO, Butler, MO, US

Salary Range: $15.00 To $18.00 Hourly

About the Role:

The Sales Associate plays a crucial role in driving sales and enhancing customer satisfaction within our retail environment. This position is responsible for engaging with customers, understanding their needs, and providing tailored solutions to meet those needs. The Sales Associate will also maintain product knowledge to effectively communicate features and benefits, ensuring customers make informed purchasing decisions. Additionally, this role involves managing inventory, restocking shelves, and maintaining a clean and organized store environment. Ultimately, the Sales Associate contributes to the overall success of the store by fostering a positive shopping experience and achieving sales targets.

Minimum Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Previous experience in retail or customer service is preferred.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with point-of-sale systems.
• Knowledge of inventory management practices.
• Ability to work flexible hours and Saturdays.

Responsibilities:

• Greet and assist customers in a friendly and professional manner.
• Provide detailed product information and recommendations based on customer inquiries.
• Process transactions accurately and efficiently using the point-of-sale system.
• Maintain store appearance by organizing merchandise, restocking shelves, and ensuring cleanliness.
• Collaborate with team members to achieve sales goals and enhance customer service.
• This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. The employee may be required to perform other related duties as assigned to meet the ongoing needs of the organization.

Skills:

The required skills of communication and interpersonal abilities are essential for engaging with customers and understanding their needs. Sales techniques and product knowledge will be utilized daily to provide effective recommendations and close sales. Organizational skills are necessary for maintaining store appearance and managing inventory efficiently. The preferred skills, such as experience with point-of-sale systems, will enhance the efficiency of transaction processing. Overall, a combination of these skills will enable the Sales Associate to create a welcoming environment that encourages customer loyalty and drives sales.