Counter Sales at Hubbard Pipe & Supply Inc
Job Description
The Counter Salesperson will increase sales and customer satisfaction by efficiently and courteously assisting walk-in and telephone customers. They will apply technical product knowledge to help customers select and acquire products, ensuring their needs are fully met.
Responsibilities and Duties
Customer Service
- Greet and assist walk-in and telephone customers in a friendly, professional manner.
- Handles multiple customers and customer requests simultaneously.
- Help customers find the right products by asking questions, listening carefully, and offering solutions.
- Troubleshoot product issues and offer technical support when needed.
- Research, source, and suggest alternative products to meet customer needs.
- Enter orders accurately into Eclipse ERP and process returns or warranties by company guidelines.
- Communicate proactively with customers about order updates, delays, or alternatives.
- Maintain a clean, organized, and customer-ready counter area.
- Build rapport and relationships with repeat customers.
Sales Support
- Recommend additional or promotional items to enhance customer purchases.
- Inform outside sales staff and management of leads and customer needs.
- Promote clearance or surplus inventory to help manage stock levels.
- Communicates unexpected increases or decreases in product demand and inventory to purchasing team or management.
- Follow company pricing, credit, and sales policies.
General Duties
- Keep up to date with new products through training and team learning.
- Complete paperwork and transactions accurately and on time.
Qualifications
Required:
- High school diploma, GED, or equivalent.
- Minimum 1 year in progressive position (2 years preferred)
- Product/applications experience required
- Basic computer proficiency
- Ability to remain in stationary position, often standing or sitting for prolonged periods.
- Ability to lift, carry, and adjust weighing up to 100 pounds in multiple directions
Preferred:
- Previous experience in plumbing, irrigation, or a related industry
- Minimum 2 years in similar position preferred
- Wholesale distribution experience preferred
- Customer-facing sales experience preferred
- Strong customer service and communication skills
- Ability to manage time and multitask in a busy environment
- Comfortable with initiating sales and recommending additional products
- Team player with a positive attitude
What We Offer
MondayFriday schedule (no nights or weekends)
Matching 401(k) and profit-sharing program
Comprehensive benefits package with supplemental options
Paid holidays, PTO, and sick leave
Christmas bonus, team-building events and company picnic
Employee discount program
Ongoing product and sales training
Career advancement opportunities
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