Store Sales Associate

Pittsburgh Paints Co.; Goldsboro (NC); On-site; USD 21,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Life insurance

401k Retirement Plan

Paid vacation & holidays

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Disability/Leave

Voluntary benefits

Job summary

Pittsburgh Paints Co. is seeking a Store Sales Associate to join the US Commercial team.

In a fast-paced retail environment, you will help retail and contractor customers with product recommendations, color matching, and order support, delivering an exceptional customer experience. Reporting to the Store Manager, you will maintain a clean, organized store, process orders and payments across phone, in-person, online, and email, and support store sales initiatives while upholding safety and

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Valid driver’s license required and must pass background items and physical.
• Customer service experience preferred with a team-focused approach.
• Strong communication skills and professional demeanor with customers.
• Ability to use a computer for order processing and customer support.
• Ability to work scheduled hours as needed, with flexibility based on business needs.
• Ability to lift up to 80 pounds occasionally and 40-60 pounds routinely, including standing, lifting, carrying, reaching, stooping, kneeling, and crouching.
• Ability to operate a hand truck and/or material handling equipment.

Responsibilities

• Provide exceptional customer service by understanding customer needs and recommending the right products and solutions.
• Assist retail and contractor customers with product selection, color matching, and order processing.
• Mix, tint, and match paint products according to customer specifications.
• Build knowledge of Pittsburgh Paints Company brands, products, and store processes.
• Process customer orders and payments through phone, in-person, online, and email channels.
• Support sales initiatives and contribute to achieving store sales goals.
• Load, drive, and deliver customer orders via company vehicle.
• Resolve customer concerns and elevate issues when needed.
• Safely handle, load, unload, and organize products for stocking and order fulfillment.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and organized store environment.
• Support daily store operations and team priorities as needed.

Skills

Customer service

Communication

Computer/Order processing

Team player

Flexible schedule

Tools

POS computer systems

Job description

The Store Sales Associate is a key member of the US Commercial team and plays an important role in delivering an exceptional customer experience in a fast-paced retail environment. This position supports retail and contractor customers by providing product recommendations, color matching, order support, and outstanding service.

Reporting to the Store Manager, the Store Sales Associate helps drive sales success while maintaining a clean, organized, and customer-focused store environment.

The starting pay rate for this role is: 15.00 to 18.00 per hour (Based on Experience)

This position is scheduled within typical store hours:

• Monday - Friday: 7am - 5pm
• Saturday: 8am - 12pm
• Sunday: Closed

Key Responsibilities

• Provide exceptional customer service by understanding customer needs and recommending the right products and solutions
• Assist retail and contractor customers with product selection, color matching, and order processing
• Mix, tint, and match paint products according to customer specifications
• Build knowledge of Pittsburgh Paints Company brands, products, and store processes
• Process customer orders and payments through phone, in-person, online, and email channels
• Support sales initiatives and contribute to achieving store sales goals
• Load, drive, and deliver customer orders via company vehicle
• Resolve customer concerns and elevate issues when needed
• Safely handle, load, unload, and organize products for stocking and order fulfillment
• Maintain a clean, safe, and organized store environment
• Support daily store operations and team priorities as needed

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years of age
• Valid driver's license required, must pass all background items and physical
• Customer service experience preferred with a team-focused approach
• Strong communication skills and ability to work with customers in a professional manner
• Ability to use a computer and keyboard for order processing and customer support
• Ability to work scheduled hours as needed, including flexibility based on business needs
• Ability to lift up to 80 pounds occasionally and 40-60 pounds routinely, including standing, lifting, carrying, reaching, stooping, kneeling, and crouching
• Ability to operate a hand truck and/or material handling equipment

Success Factors

The ideal candidate demonstrates:

• Strong customer service skills and a customer-first mindset
• Attention to detail and accuracy in daily tasks
• Dependability and strong time management skills
• Ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced environment
• Willingness to learn, support the team, and deliver a positive customer experience

Applicants mustbe authorized towork in the U.S. without employment-based visa sponsorship (now or in the future). This includes H-1B, L-1, TN, O-1, E-3, H-1B1, F-1, J-1, OPT,CPTor any other employment-basedvisas).

The company offers comprehensive benefits such as Health, Dental, Life, Retirement Plan (401k), Paid Vacation & Holidays, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), Disability/Leave, and other Voluntary benefit offerings. Actual benefit offerings confirmed at the time of hire.

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