Job Description

Retail Sales Associate

As a sales associate, you will help the customers to fully understand their needs and assist in selecting the right products for their requirements. As knowledgeable sales professionals, sales associates can make recommendations which solve customers' problems and enhance their shopping experience.

Responsibilities:

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 department specific training when provided Work safely by following all safety standards. Prepare invoices, quotes, credit invoices and delivery invoices. Follow computerized operating system to keep inventory up to date in system if receiving new products or writing off the product through theft or damage.

Qualifications:

Excellent communication and team player Sales and customer service?experience Possess a high level of attention to details Ability to lift 75 lbs. Ability 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

About the Team

Kent is the largest retail building supply chain in Atlantic Canada. With 48 locations and an ecommerce website, our mission is to be the best source of home improvement products through superior customer service and know-how, 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 3,700 people and work hard to increase our market share through strategic investment in training and technology. We focus on the development of our people and promote a culture of continuous improvement and innovation. In addition to our retail stores, we operate truss manufacturing facilities and a wholesale drywall company. We are a member of Independent Lumber Dealers Co-operative and the ARENA buying group 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

Job Types: Part-time, Permanent

Shift:

Day shift Evening shift
Work days:

Weekends as needed
Work Location: In person