Job Description

HARDWARE/TOOLS DEPARTMENT

SALES ASSOCIATE

Are you looking to grow your career and knowledge in a fast paced, friendly, safety-oriented environment? Are you up for the challenge of elevating the customer experience through providing the best solution as a trusted partner for our customers?

We are currently hiring a Hardware/Tools Department Sales Associate for our Kent store at -66 Lower Cove Road, Sussex, New Brunswick

If you ask our Hardware/Tools Sales Associates what they like best about working at Kent, they say they like working with people, learning about products and their functionality within customers' homes. They also enjoy being part of a great team, and flexible schedules with opportunities to advance.

What you will do:

Work safely

Provide superior customer service - this includes greeting customers, providing information, completing sales, and arranging deliveries

Maintain store standards - Inventory, Replenishment and Merchandising

Learn about new products and attending Hardware/Tools department specific training when provided

What you will bring:

Excellent communication and team player

Sales and customer service experience

Knowledge on carpentry and tools considered an asset

Possess a high level of attention to details

Ability to lift 50lbs

Able to work days/evening/weekends (rotating shifts)

Ability to learn and operate the applicable computer system (D635) used to process orders

Grade 12 diploma or equivalent considered an asset

What we offer:

A safe work environment

Wellness program

Scholarship and Bursaries

Employee and Family Assistance Plan

Employee discount

Health and Dental Benefits

RRSP contribution

Continuous learning and Career advancement

Company Profile:

Kent is the largest retail building supply chain in Atlantic Canada. Our mission is to be the best source of home improvement products through superior service, quality products and everyday great prices. We protect our customers and staff by hiring and training associates committed to our safety values.

We employ over 3700 people and work hard to increase our market share through strategic investment in training and technology. In addition to our retail stores, we operate truss manufacturing facilities and a wholesale drywall company. We are a member of the Independent Lumber Dealers Co-operative which ensures our great product selection and pricing.

Kent Building Supplies is an inclusive and diverse work environment. We are committed to the principle of equal opportunity in its employment practices and to providing an environment free from discrimination and harassment for all employees, candidates, and customers.

If you have disabilities that require special accommodation please email, RetailRecruitment@kent.ca

To Apply for this Career Opportunity:

•Worried you do not meet all the requirements?• Studies have shown that many applicants apply only to job opportunities when they feel they meet 100% of the criteria. At Kent we promote an inclusive environment where everyone is appreciated, recognized, and empowered to contribute fully. If you are interested in this position but are worried you did not meet all the requirements, we would encourage you to still apply.

Apply Online today or drop your resume off in store!

We appreciate your interest in our company! Only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted

Job Type: Part-time

Work days:

• Monday to Friday
• Weekends as needed

Work Location: In person