Branch Associate

Locke Supply Co•Wichita, KS

9d•Onsite

About The Position

Locke Supply Company of Wichita, KS is seeking an outgoing and energetic Branch Associate to provide excellent customer service at our branch locations, offer advice and recommendations based on customer's needs, and deliver products from our branches to the customer. This position is for someone who has excellent attention to detail and is mechanically minded. We know how hard our employees work and we value their time and talents. Our Branch Associates earn a wage based on experience with monthly and yearly bonus opportunities. We also offer excellent benefits including health, dental, vision, insurance, a 401k plan, and an Employee Stock Ownership Plan for our full-time employees. Locke Supply Co. is a growing, employee-owned distributor for plumbing, electrical, and HVAC parts and equipment based in Oklahoma City. The history of the company dates back to 1955, when Don and Wanda Locke opened a wholesale plumbing supply outlet in Bartlesville, OK. Locke Supply had a marketing vision of taking the merchandise to the customers' territory with exceptional customer service. It didn't take long for customers to develop a strong liking to the way the Locke Supply did business which led to the opening of a second branch in 1958. This concept has allowed Locke Supply to grow in areas never before considered. Today, there are over 190 store locations in a 6-state area and a 100-acre distribution center to supply them all. Whether you're looking for a first job or ready to build a long-term career, we can turn your dream into reality. We offer competitive wage and benefits packages, a safe work environment, ongoing training, and monthly incentives.

Requirements

Excellent communication and customer service skills
Basic computer skills
Valid driver's license and clean driving record
High school diploma or equivalent
Willing to pass a pre-employment physical examination
Must pass a D.O.T physical and drug test
Willingness to learn
Ability to work well independently and as part of a team
Excellent attention to detail
Excellent time management skills

Nice To Haves

Mechanically minded

Responsibilities

Provide excellent customer service at branch locations.
Offer advice and recommendations based on customer's needs.
Deliver products from branches to customers.
Keep the retail store clean and organized.
Track inventory meticulously.
Fill orders and ensure stock is ready for reorders.
Assist with shipping and receiving.
Prepare and oversee jobs for the next day, ensuring equipment and supplies are ready to be loaded into appropriate trucks.
Ensure customers have what they need when they need it.
Complete jobs properly and efficiently.