A career at Summit Electric Supply 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. Summit Electric Supply offers electrical products and services tocontractors. We operate throughout Arizona, New Mexico, Texas, and Louisiana 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. Within Summit Electric Supply 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.
Reports to: CSR Supervisor, Operations Manager or Service Center Manager
Customers served: External -- Customers, vendors, manufacturers' representatives, and other suppliers. Internal – Summit's warehouse and counter sales associates, Account Managers, Operations Manager and Service Center Manager
The Customer Service Representative (CSR) is primarily responsible for assisting Summit's customers over the phone, internet, email or in person and works closely with the Service Center sales staff to ensure a high level of customer service. Thoroughly understand all product capabilities, features, and benefits as well as Summit's market conditions, product warranties and services. Develop new and existing customer relationships by providing Summit solutions and products to meet the customers' needs. Assist customers over the phone or via internet with orders, quotations, and product questions. Negotiate profitable pricing with both customers and suppliers. Proactively follow up on customer orders, challenges, and needs. Resolve customer concerns and issues as efficiently and effectively as possible. Assist counter and warehouse associates as needed.
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, both oral and written. Time management – ability to organize and manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines. Flexibility – ability to effectively adapt to change. High school diploma or GED. Beneficial skills and experience include the ability to perform duties with minimal supervision, completion of Bronze, Silver, or Gold of the National Association of Electrical Distributors' Education Program (EPEC), 3 or more years of counter sales experience or inside sales experience with an electrical distributor, and thorough knowledge of electrical tools, supplies and equipment.
Consistent sitting for hours at a time. Consistent use of keyboard and mouse. Must be able to lift 5 pounds on a regular and consistent basis. Ability to climb stairs on occasion. Majority of job is located inside office during regular office hours of operation.
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, 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). Summit Electric Supply offers tuition reimbursement, and earned wage access. We're proud to be a military-friendly company, and our many employee resource groups (ERGs) help you make connections and feel supported.
Sonepar is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their race, color, creed, religion, national origin, citizenship status, ancestry, sex, age, physical or mental disability unrelated to ability, marital status, family responsibilities, pregnancy, genetic information, sexual orientation, order of protection status, protected veteran or military status, or any other categories protected by federal, state or local law. Sonepar and our family of brands are committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. In keeping with our commitment, we will take the steps to assure that people with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations.