Counter Sales Associate - Opelika, Alabama

Endries International•Opelika, AL

About The Position

Endries International, Inc. is hiring a Counter Sales Associate in Opelika, Alabama. This hands-on, technical role combines customer service, product knowledge, assembly, and warehouse support. The associate works directly with customers to identify parts and fittings and recommend appropriate products or solutions. Key tasks include making hydraulic hoses, learning and maintaining knowledge of inventory, pulling and counting material, and assisting with warehouse operations. Training is available for the right person. The role requires mechanical aptitude, comfort working with hands, willingness to learn and follow instructions, and the ability to regularly lift and handle 50+ pounds. Forklift operation is a regular part of the job; the employee must complete Company training and certification and operate the equipment safely. This is a full-time position with benefits including medical, dental, vision, and life insurance, paid time off, and competitive pay.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Mechanical aptitude and interest in learning about parts, fittings, hydraulic hoses, and related products.
Comfort working with hands and performing hands-on assembly and material-handling tasks.
Willingness and ability to learn products, processes, and equipment through training.
Ability to closely follow written and verbal instructions.
Strong customer service and communication skills.
Ability to identify and solve basic product- or parts-related questions with customers.
Basic math skills and strong attention to detail.
Ability to organize, count, and accurately handle inventory and materials.
Willingness and ability to complete forklift training and certification and operate a forklift safely.
Ability to operate Company computer systems.
Ability to regularly lift and handle 50+ pounds.

Nice To Haves

Proficiency with Microsoft Outlook, Excel, and Word.
Previous sales, assembly, warehouse, hydraulic, or mechanical experience; experience is helpful but not required.

Responsibilities

Assist customers at the counter by providing product information, identifying parts and fittings, and helping determine appropriate products.
Make hydraulic hoses and perform related assembly tasks according to training, specifications, and customer requirements.
Learn and maintain knowledge of Company inventory, product locations, applications, and specifications.
Pull, count, stock, organize, and replenish material while maintaining accurate inventory.
Receive customer requests, identify needed merchandise, place orders, and communicate product availability.
Operate the cash register and accurately process transactions involving cash, checks, credit cards, vouchers, and discounts.
Process merchandise returns according to Company policies and procedures.
Maintain neat, organized, and safe counter, sales floor, and warehouse areas.
Assist with displays, product presentation, promotional programs, and other sales activities as assigned.
Follow established procedures for storage, handling, and protection of merchandise.
Cross-train in warehouse operations and provide support as needed.
Safely operate a forklift and other equipment after completing required Company training and certification.
Follow Company policies, procedures, safety requirements, and training instructions.