Counter Sales/Customer Service (Airdrie)

Job Description

As a Counter Salesperson/Customer Service Agent, 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 support 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

Assist customers who purchase material at the Profit Centre counters Research product for customers and provide recommendations on our assortment of product Drive 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 counter Maintain and clean the counter area including any merchandising displays Inform the buyer when stocks levels are low Follow up on backorders with vendors and provide customers accurate delivery dates Process 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 complaints Perform other tasks as requested by the Profit Centre Manager Qualifications

Grade 12 diploma or equivalent; College and/or University degree an asset A minimum of 2 years of experience with customer service or counter sales Outstanding customer service and verbal communication skills Excellent relationship building skills with customers, vendors, and teammates Ability to learn and operate the applicable software system used to process ordersExperience working in a fast‑paced environment Intermediate math skills with a strong attention to detail Ability to learn how to operate material handling equipment Possess a robust work ethic and a high standard of integrity Ability to work well independently and in a team setting Preferred Skills

Previous experience with or knowledge of plumbing and building products sold at the Profit Centre Ability to use the Internet as a resource to problem solve and find alternative solutions for customers Experience using Word, Excel, and Outlook Benefits

Great mentors and on-the-job training Growth potential with competitive salary, benefits, and profit sharing A career with a solid, stable company with strong core values Participation in our pension plan with employer contributions Work‑life balance and flex time EMCO is an equal chance 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.

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