Position: Counter Sales Representative - Kendall Electric

Location: Coldwater, MI

Job Id: 1769

of Openings: 1

Counter Sales Representative - Kendall Electric

Coldwater, MI

About The Kendall Group

Kendall Electric, a division of The Kendall Group seeks a talented, creative, self-motivated individual for our Counter Sales Representative position. The Kendall Group is comprised of seven divisions with 75+ locations in eleven states. Combined, we serve the Electrical, Automation, Pipe, Valve, and Fittings products, Steam, Lighting, Industrial Controls, and Instrumentation Industries. The Kendall Group is a 100% employee-owned company. Kendall offers a great opportunity for a rewarding career.

Why The Kendall Group?

Our employee ownership model is the core of who we are. You will not only own part of the company, but you will own your future. At Kendall, you'll have opportunities to learn and grow while being coached and mentored along the way. We're that company where people stay! We're proud to say that more than 60% of our associates have more than 5 years of tenure, and more than 40% have greater than 10 years. At Kendall, you will be valued and supported, your ideas will be heard, your voice will matter, and you'll work alongside incredible people who care about your success.

Role Summary: 

Reporting to the Counter Sales/Location Manager, the Counter Sales Representative is a key member of the Kendall Electric sales team. This position is responsible for promoting and developing business. The individual continually contributes to sales growth and profitability by providing prompt, friendly and professional service to customers in-person and over the phone.

Exciting work you will do:

The essential duties and responsibilities of the Counter Sales Representative position will consist of, but are not limited to, the following:

Sell company products and services to customers visiting or calling into the branch by gathering information about their needs, providing technical assistance when required, quoting, soliciting orders, and suggesting additional products in a fast-paced multi-tasking environment

Promote sales growth, which includes, but is not limited to: Promoting add-on sales and vendor promotions

Promoting Counter Days

Create positive relationships with customers, clarify customer's understanding of products and services; answering questions; and offering relevant information

Participate in relevant training to keep current with opportunities to grow and excel within the role

Assist in unloading delivery trucks and assist customers with loading product into their vehicle

Receive product and stock shelves

Participate in inventory cycle counts, as directed

Safely operate stand-up and/or sit-down forklifts, manual pallet jacks, to lift and transport material

Maintain quality service by adhering to Kendall Group policies, procedures, and standards

General housekeeping

Perform other duties as assigned

Competencies you possess:

Service Excellence

Results, Action Oriented

Accountability and Responsibility

Teamwork and collaboration

Safety Conscious

Understanding others, Listening

What you'll need:

Education: High school diploma or GED

Analytics/Computer Skills: Ability to use standard office equipment, including but not limited to computerized bar code scanner, printer, and standard warehouse equipment/tools/machines/vehicles. Basic math and reasoning skills