Tierra Supply Co. is looking for a Counter Salesperson for our Clearwater Store. Hours of operation are Monday-Friday 7am-4pm and Saturday 7am-3pm. This will be a fast paced, dynamic and physical job, based indoors and out. The ideal candidate will be someone who can assist the store manager, but accept the responsibility of managing the store when the manager is not present. Additionally, this person must have the skills to delegate work, but also the ability to frequently complete tasks too. The Counter Salesperson will be required to use a loader and forklift daily and must be willing to learn if not already experienced. A candidate with experience driving larger trucks (ie: dump truck) or the willingness to learn is a plus. Counter Salesperson must be capable of working outdoors to load customers, merchandise products or complete physical tasks that involve a forklift, loader or by hand. If qualifications and experience merit, applicant has opportunity to begin work immediately.
Summary: Counter Salesperson will oversee and help delegate day-to-day operations among staff and help guide the overall success of the store with the manager.
Duties and Responsibilities
Ensures exceptional customer service and accountability skills
Carries out verbal and written instructions
Delegates work to staff, completes tasks and ensures timely completion
Oversees and manages delivery board by routing and scheduling effectively
Takes orders for materials from customers (in person, phone and email)
Organizes paperwork (Purchase orders, accounts receivable, invoices, etc for corporate office efficiency)
Orders and manages inventory and arranges shipping or receiving, both manually and with equipment
Handles cash according to company guidelines
Identifies and resolves issues
Opens and closes daily operations
Performs merchandising, which includes but is not limited to, materials in the yard, involving use of a forklift, loader or by hand
Please note: other duties may be assigned as necessary
Qualifications:
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Education/Experience:
High school diploma or general education degree (GED); one to two years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience. Experience in the lawn and landscape industry or related field preferred.
Language Ability:
Ability to read, analyze, and interpret common documents (purchase orders, invoices, emails, etc). Ability to respond effectively to common inquiries or complaints from customers.
Math Ability:
Ability to work with common mathematical concepts. Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations.
Computer Skills:
To perform this job successfully, an individual should have knowledge of inventory software; payroll systems; internet software and order processing systems.
Certificates and Licenses:
Valid Driver’s License
Supervisory Responsibilities:
With the guidance of the store manager, the assistant manager will supervise Yard, Counter Sales and Delivery employees. Carry out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization’s policies and applicable laws. Responsibilities include planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance; addressing complaints and resolving problems.
