Counter Sales Associate

Baker Distributing•Savannah, GA

19h

About The Position

The Counter Sales Associate is responsible for our sales counter at one of our wholesale HVAC distributorships that carries multiple brands of equipment, parts, and supplies. The goal of this role is to provide strong customer service in a sales-oriented setting.

Requirements

High School Diploma or GED Required.
The ideal candidate will have excellent communication skills, a strong background in technical support, HVAC parts, and customer service/sales with intermediate MS Office capabilities.
Customer Service, Data Entry, Estimating, Purchase Orders, Sales, Shipping/Receiving
Minimum 1+ year experience in a Counter Sales role, preferably in the HVAC industry.
Knowledge of air conditioning, heating and ventilation equipment at a wholesale distribution level.
Strong interpersonal skills including sales, problem solving, and customer service focus absolutely required.
Ability to work independently but meet assigned goals and objectives in designated time frames.
Capable of working in a fast-paced environment with skills to multi-task at different levels.
Excellent customer service mindset with the ability to develop long-term relationships
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Strong and creative problem-solving skills
Ability to work independently and in a team environment
Must be proficient in speaking, reading, and understanding English to ensure full compliance with safety standards, training, policies, and procedures.

Responsibilities

Represent Baker Distributing Company as a leader in the industry ensuring maximum sales.
Interact with internal and outside salespeople, vendors, and contractors.
Responsible for showroom merchandising and re-stocking product.
Assist in resolving customer relations problems with both dealers and end users.
Complete sales order process for customers with efforts to up-sell associated items.
Service walk-in and telephone customers and assist with sourcing and shipping parts, inventory control and warranty administration.
Provide customer product and service needs by researching products via computer system, catalog, telephone or other reference sources.
Arrange stock on shelves or racks in sales area and keeps merchandise in order.
Apply suggestive selling techniques and up-sells to current and prospective customers.
Adhere to all company safety protocols and procedures.
Utilize personal protective equipment (PPE) as required.
Report any safety hazards or incidents immediately to management.
Participate in regular safety training sessions and drills.
Ensure a clean and organized workspace to prevent accidents and injuries.
Follow all guidelines for the safe handling and storage of products.
Maintain a professional and safe demeanor during all customer interactions.
Conduct outgoing customer sales or service calls and resolve customer complaints.
Perform other duties as assigned.