Will Call Counter Sales - Entry Level

Steiner Electric; Elk Grove Village (IL); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance

Wellness/Gym membership reimbursement

Paid Time Off

Hands-on experience in a fast-paced environment

Learning & Development Plans

Coaching & Mentorship

Job summary

Steiner Electric in Elk Grove Village seeks a reliable individual for the Will Call Counter position. This role supports daily operations, interacts with customers, and ensures product displays are well-maintained.

Candidates should have good people skills, basic math abilities, and preferably experience in electrical products. Steiner offers a competitive compensation package and opportunities for development in a supportive work environment.

Qualifications

• Willingness to learn and assist in general tasks and projects.
• Basic accounting knowledge is preferred.
• Experience in electrical product sales is beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Counter Team with day-to-day operations.
• Manage customer orders and keep clients updated on their status.
• Help maintain product displays and ensure inventory is well-stocked.

Skills

People skills

Basic mathematical skills

Bi-lingual in Spanish

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Computer software navigation

Job description

Our most valuable resources are our employees. Our growth and success has been achieved through dedicated and highly knowledgeable employees that have provided our customers with the expertise to satisfy their requirements.

We are looking for a reliable, hard-working, team-oriented individual to help our Will Call Counter.

Electrical Wholesale Industry

This position will be based at our Elk Grove location.

• Are you a positive, ambitious, outgoing individual with impeccable people skills?
• Looking to gain experience and still enjoy your summer?
• Looking to earn some cash to save for school?

About Us:

Steiner Electric is a family-owned company founded in 1916. Steiner Electric is the 35th largest electrical supply business in the country, with locations in Northern Illinois, Northwest Indiana and Southeast Wisconsin. We represent many of leading manufacturers in the industry. Our team services customers with standard electrical and industrial supplies and represent automation products, motors and drives, energy management, and custom products. Steiner is a close family culture with a strong commitment to customer service, values, integrity and community service.

What We Offer:

We offer a competitive compensation and benefits package that includes:

• Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Short-term and Long-term disability insurance.
• Wellness/Gym membership reimbursement program.
• Paid Time Off
• Hands-on experience in a fast-paced environment
• Learning & Development Plans
• Coaching & Mentorship

What You'LL Do:

• Help with general tasks and projects.
• Support the Counter Team with day-to-day assistance.
• Assist with merchandizing to help maintain manufacturer product displays to create impression of well-stocked, up-to-date, clean inventory
• Enter bids into the Steiner order entry system
• Enter orders in the most cost effective and profitable way, such as drop ship, customer pick up, or UPS carrier instead of our truck
• Manage open customer orders – take appropriate actions and keep customer informed as to order status
• Follow ISO procedures regarding section 300 Sales Order Entry and Contract Review.
• Interact with customers and vendors at Steiner/Vendor sponsored events

Physical Requirements of the Essential Functions of this Position:

• Must be able to lift and carry 50 lbs.
• Must be able to stand for extended periods on hard surfaces
• Acceptable grooming and dress for the position

Education, Knowledge, Training, Experience, Licenses, Certification:

• High school diploma preferred but not required.
• Computer experience. Ability to navigate through software and hardware independently.
• Basic mathematical skills
• Basic accounting knowledge
• Bi-lingual in Spanish would be beneficial
• Experience and/or electrical product experience that would be applicable to counter sales preferred

Steiner is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all qualified applicants for employment. Steiner employs people without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability.