Sales BuildingConstruction

Alpha Building Center; Shipshewana (IN); On-site; USD 36,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Dental insurance

Employee discounts

Health insurance

Opportunity for advancement

Paid time off

Profit sharing

Training & development

Vision insurance

Job summary

Alpha Building Center in Shipshewana, IN, is seeking a Sales Associate for Construction to support customers with building supply needs and assist contractors. The role emphasizes delivering outstanding service and accurate quotes, aiming to grow customer relationships and drive sales.

The position requires strong communication, organization, and the ability to learn product lines. Work is performed at our Shipshewana location with opportunities for advancement in a team-focused environment.

Qualifications

• Outstanding customer service skills, attention to detail and a professional, positive attitude.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to work independently and solve problems effectively.
• Knowledge of effective sales techniques and customer engagement practices.
• Familiarity with point-of-sale (POS) systems, including price lookups, special orders, and order entry.
• Basic proficiency in Microsoft Word and PowerPoint.
• Strong math, reading, writing, and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide exceptional customer service by assisting customers in person and over the phone with their building and construction supply needs.
• Provide accurate quotes and delivery times to contractors and construction business customers.
• Answer customer questions and recommend additional products to help customers complete their projects.
• Process special orders as needed.
• Inform customers about current promotions, upcoming sales events, and new products.
• Demonstrate a willingness to continually learn, grow product knowledge, and contribute to a positive experience for every customer.

Skills

Customer service

Sales techniques

Customer engagement

Attention to detail

Tools

POS systems

Microsoft Word

PowerPoint

Job description

Benefits

• Competitive salary
• Dental insurance
• Employee discounts
• Health insurance
• Opportunity for advancement
• Paid time off
• Profit sharing
• Training & development
• Vision insurance

At Alpha Building Center our employees are our greatest assets. We are currently in need of a Sales Associate for Construction at our Shipshewana location.

Job Summary

The primary responsibilities of this role include assisting customers with their building and construction supply needs, supporting our customer list of contractors and construction businesses. Sales Associates strive to maintain an outstanding customer experience that reflects our values and commitment to service.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide exceptional customer service by assisting customers in person and over the phone with their building and construction supply needs.
• Provide accurate quotes and delivery times to contractors and construction business customers.
• Answer customer questions and recommend additional products to help customers complete their projects.
• Process special orders as needed.
• Inform customers about current promotions, upcoming sales events, and new products.
• Demonstrate a willingness to continually learn, grow product knowledge, and contribute to a positive experience for every customer.

Qualifications

• Outstanding customer service skills, attention to detail and a professional, positive attitude.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to work independently and solve problems effectively.
• Knowledge of effective sales techniques and customer engagement practices.
• Familiarity with point-of-sale (POS) systems, including price lookups, special orders, and order entry.
• Basic proficiency in Microsoft Word and PowerPoint.
• Strong math, reading, writing, and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work in a busy work environment while maintaining attention to detail.

Why Join Alpha Building Center?

At Alpha Building Center, we're more than a retail store—we're a team dedicated to serving our customers and supporting our community. We value teamwork, continuous learning, and a commitment to providing the highest level of customer service.

Learn more about us out at: Alpha Building Center Locally owned. Community grown.

• Alpha Building Center is a drug-free workplace. As a part of our hiring process, all offers of employment are contingent upon successfully passing a pre-employment drug screening.