Pro Sales Associate – Bradenton
About The Position
The Pro Sales Associate works in a Home Depot store as a Behr sales specialist focused on professional painting contractors and their needs. The role involves building relationships with local contractors, learning about their businesses and upcoming jobs, and providing a personalized paint-store experience. Associates work independently and alongside Home Depot Pro Desk staff, Behr outside sales representatives, and Home Depot employees. They help contractors select appropriate products, mix and tint paint, gather sundry paint tools, and complete orders efficiently so customers can return to work. No prior paint or sales experience is required; Behr provides training. Work hours vary according to peak selling times and may include weekends, holidays, and shifts extending until 7 p.m.
Requirements
- An outgoing personality and a positive attitude.
- Approachable and organized, with genuine interest in helping customers.
- Self-starter who can take initiative and help where needed.
- Basic computer skills; familiarity with customer management software is useful.
- High school diploma or GED equivalent.
- Ability to occasionally lift up to 75 pounds.
Nice To Haves
- Prior computer knowledge or experience with customer relationship management software.
- Ability to speak a second language, particularly languages spoken by professional contractors.
Responsibilities
- Introduce yourself to contractors and build ongoing relationships by learning about their businesses and needs.
- Follow up with contractors regarding their jobs and future needs.
- Support the Home Depot Pro Desk and provide professional, helpful service to contractors.
- Collaborate with Behr outside sales representatives when contractors visit the store.
- Pull and tint orders for pickup, mix paint, and gather any needed sundry paint tools.
- Help professional customers obtain the right products and complete their store visits quickly.
- Work collaboratively and professionally with Home Depot staff.
- Enter new leads and contacts into Salesforce.
- Help wherever a need is identified.
Benefits
- Competitive pay and bonus opportunities.
- Accrual of 15 paid days off during the first year, plus sick days.
- 401(k) retirement plan with a 4% match.
- Competitive health plans for individuals and families.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
