Counter Sales Associate

# Job Summary

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.

## Essential Duties & Accountabilities

• 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 keep 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.