Counter Sales Representative - No Weekends!

Req ID:  33522
Date:  Sep 19, 2024
Location: 

Duluth, MN, US, 55807

Company:  Sonepar
Brand:  Viking Electric

There’s a Place for You at Viking Electric.

A career at Viking Electric is more than a job. You’re investing in a brighter, more sustainable future together and joining a team that makes a real difference for our customers. Viking Electric https://www.vikingelectric.com/ about offers electrical products and services to contractors. If it helps bring electricity to an office, home, factory or other building – you can find it here. We operate throughout the Midwest and are part of the Sonepar group, the world’s #1 electrical distributor with over 45,000 associates around the globe.

Being “Powered by Difference” means we respect and value diverse perspectives. Viking Electric, we offer a supportive culture and great benefits, and as part of the larger Sonepar group, we can offer exciting opportunities to grow your career.

1st Shift Will Call Counter Sales Representative, Monday-Friday. No weekends!

$20.12/hour starting rate (Pay for experience)

SCHEDULE: Monday to Friday 8am - 5pm (OT may be available)

Duluth, MN

Learn more about the role on YouTube!

 

 

Primary responsibilities will include: 

  • Be the front line of service for our customers by receiving, processing, and filling customer orders at the counter and from phone or online orders.
  • Advise customers on prices and materials and assist in the warehouse.
  • Pick and pack exact materials from warehouse stock for will call pick-ups and local truck delivery. Complete the order process by loading delivery trucks or customer vehicles.
  • Responsible for opening and closing the branch location on assigned occasions considering building security and customer service.

 

Required Skills:

  • Strong communication skills including listing to and speaking with customers face-to-face and over the phone. Customer Service Experience Preferred.
  • Able to develop product knowledge to understand customer requests and identify appropriate materials and parts.
  • Strong math and technology skills.
  • Ability to adapt quickly to changes and handle pressure such as customer service demands and tight time constraints.
  • Ability to work within multiple computer software at one time, comfortable navigating and searching the internet.
  • Ability to frequently lift, push, carry, and slide packages that typically weigh up to 75 lbs.
  • Experience working in a fast-paced industry that embraces change.
  • Electrical warehousing, electrical construction, warehouse equipment experience is preferred.

 

Keywords: counter sales, retail sales, parts, sales consultant, merchandising, inventory, customer service, will-call, will call, parts specialist, counter rep, service expert

What We Offer You

We offer great family-friendly benefits to full-time associates:

  • Healthcare plans
  • Dental & vision
  • Paid time off
  • Paid parental leave
  • 401(k) retirement savings with company match
  • Professional and personal development programs
  • Tuition Reimbursement
  • Opportunity to become a shareholder
  • Employer-paid short- and long-term disability
  • Employer-paid life insurance for spouse and dependents
  • Robust wellness program
  • Gym reimbursement
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

 

We’re proud to be a military-friendly company, and our many employee resource groups (ERGs) help you make connections and feel supported.

Learn More About Us

Get to know us on YouTube, LinkedIn, Facebook and Instagram and learn how we’re “Powering Progress for Future Generations.”

Check out the Viking Electric company page on LinkedIn and follow us for updates.

Check out our YouTube Careers Playlist to see Viking Electric associates in action.

Learn more at https://www.vikingelectric.com/about.

Viking Electric is part of the Sonepar family of brands: https://www.soneparusa.com/us-en/about-us


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Nearest Major Market: Duluth MN
Nearest Secondary Market: Superior WI