Counter Sales Associate

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. At 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. Counter Sales Associate Location: Madison, WI Job type: Full time Schedule: 9:30am start Monday-Friday (overtime may be available) Hourly pay: $22.00 - $25.00 per hour What You'll Do As a Counter Sales Associate, you'll be the welcoming face that contractors turn to when purchasing electrical products at our branch. Your role is crucial in ensuring they quickly find what they need to get back to their job sites. If you enjoy interacting with customers and learning about a variety of products, this could be the perfect fit for you. On a typical day, you will: Take orders in person, over the phone, and through email Greet and assist customers as they enter the branch Collaborate with customers to fulfill order requests Load orders into customers' vehicles or delivery trucks Provide product information to customers (training will be provided) Assist colleagues in the back-of-store warehouse as needed Hear firsthand what our associates love about working at a branch location:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0_XiyyaL9hM What You Bring Requirements: High school diploma or GED equivalent Ability to lift and carry objects that may weigh up to 75 pounds (moving with equipment) Basic computer skills for entering orders Willingness to learn about our products through on-the-job training Must be authorized to work in the United States without VISA sponsorship now or in the future Preferred, but not required: Previous sales or retail experience Previous customer service experience Keywords: counter sales, retail sales, parts, sales consultant, merchandising, inventory, customer service, will-call, will call, parts specialist, counter rep, service expert #LI-AH1 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 Equal Employment Opportunity Statement 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 an unfavorable discharge from military service, 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 steps to assure that people with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation. Accordingly, if a reasonable accommodation is required to fully participate in the job application or interview process, to perform the essential functions of the position, and/or to receive all other benefits and privileges of employment, please call 843-745-2420 or email recruiting@sonepar-us.com. Pay Transparency Non-Discrimination Provision Sonepar follows Executive Order 11246, including the Pay Transparency Nondiscrimination Provision. To learn more, Click here.