Company DescriptionAre you looking for a career in a monotonous position, working out of a cubicle, just like the other 100 people on your floor? Do you want to work for a company where your boss does not know, or care, about what you value in your life? Then this is not the job for you.If however, you are looking for a career with a company where your opinion matters and your decisions can make a real impact on the business; a career with people who want to know what you value and help you grow both as an individual and as part of our team, then we invite you to apply and see what we have to offer you.Here at Independent Supply Company, we are partnered with our parent company EMCO Corporation in creating and maintaining a decentralized business model with an entrepreneurial atmosphere.Our Burnaby location is thrilled to be looking to add a Counter Salesperson to our team! Job DescriptionJob Description:Salary Range: $50,000 + Profit Share + BenefitsAs a Counter Salesperson, you will provide sales support to walk-in customers who come to our Profit Centre counters. You will provide the highest level of customer service by maintaining, stocking, and keeping a clean counter sales area. In addition, you will provide support to customers by answering questions, picking, and entering orders and following up on any backorders. Support will also be provided to the Inside Sales and Outside Sales functions. Additional duties will include:Assist customers who purchase material at the Profit Centre countersResearch product for customers and provide recommendations on our assortment of productDrive sales growth through ownership of counter merchandising, product promotion, and generate leads for the Outside Account Manager while networking with customers at the counterEnter, pick, and pack sales orders generated at the counterMaintain and clean the counter area including any merchandising displaysInform the buyer when stocks levels are lowFollow up on backorders with vendors and provide customers accurate delivery datesProcess returns and warranty claims to customers both on account and cash sales including paperwork in compliance with all proceduresNavigate and find a solution for customer concerns and complaintsPerform other tasks as requested by the Profit Centre ManagerQualificationsQualificationsGrade 12 diploma or equivalent; College and/or University degree an assetA minimum of 2 years of experience with customer service or counter salesOutstanding customer service and verbal communication skillsExcellent relationship building skills with customers, vendors, and teammatesAbility to learn and operate the applicable software system used to process ordersExperience working in a fast-paced environmentIntermediate math skills with a strong attention to detailAbility to learn how to operate material handling equipmentPossess a strong work ethic and a high standard of integrityAbility to work well independently and in a team settingPreferred Skills:Minimum 2 years Counter Sales Experience in HVAC/R IndustryAbility to use the Internet as a resource to problem solve and find alternative solutions for customersExperience using Trend, Eclipse, Word, Excel, and OutlookAdditional InformationWhat Independent Supply Offers you:Great mentors and on-the-job trainingGrowth potential with competitive salary, benefits, and profit sharingA career with a solid, stable company with strong core valuesParticipation in our pension plan with employer contributionsWork-life balance and flex time EMCO is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to maintaining a discrimination, harassment, and barrier free workplace where all employees can contribute to their fullest potential. EMCO is committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion in our workplaces. All employment decisions are based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications, without regard to race, colour, creed, place of origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, religion, family or parental status, or any other characteristic protected by the law. We welcome applications from all minority group members, women, Aboriginal persons, persons with disabilities, members of sexual minority groups, neurodiversity, and others who may contribute to the further diversification of ideas. EMCO is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to maintaining a discrimination, harassment, and barrier free workplace where all employees can contribute to their fullest potential. EMCO is committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion in our workplaces. All employment decisions are based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications, without regard to race, colour, creed, place of origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, religion, family or parental status, or any other characteristic protected by the law. We welcome applications from all minority group members, women, Aboriginal persons, persons with disabilities, members of sexual minority groups, neurodiversity, and others who may contribute to the further diversification of ideas.
