AccessSMT is a leading supplier, installer and project manager of solutions driven offerings in Construction Divisions 8, 28 and 10 which include Architectural Hardware, Access Control and Building Security Systems, Hollow Metal Doors and Frames, Wood Doors and Frames, Specialty Doors, Construction Specialties, Lockers, Partitions, Washroom Accessories and Visual and Display Boards. Please visit our web site at https://accesssmt.com/
We are looking for an motivated Customer Service / Counter sales representative that has experience in our industry to join our Kewlona team.
This role is responsible for ensuring that customer requirements are fulfilled in a timely, professional, and courteous manner. This role works with customers to identify their need, recommend products and services, process customer orders, and troubleshoot or answer questions throughout the process. The incumbent aims to be a product expert in order to best serve customers. This role may also assist our warehouse team with some material handling from time to time.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
1. Provide customer service to clients using different mediums including in-person interactions, emails, phone calls, and other modes to reach customers.
2. In charge of managing walk-in clientele and front counter work, while creating a positive and welcoming atmosphere
3. Coordinate small projects of up to $100,000, including pricing project work, collecting estimates, tendering jobs, placing orders, amending orders as needed, and liaising with other departments to ensure timely and cost effective fulfilments are made
4. Make recommendations to customers based on their needs, specifications, industry codes, and product design to facilitate their purchase and provide an exceptional product and support service
5. Troubleshoot customer and order issues, resolve discrepancies and obtain solutions to critical roadblocks
6. Complete full competitive intelligence analysis after tender close (win/loose) to understand the competition’s position and project opportunities for improving the organization’s competitiveness and market share
7. Properly track and document work, including inbound support requests, contractor queries, and purchase orders, occasionally assist warehouse team with order receiving or material handling
8. Maintain an up to date understanding of the company’s products and services, the customer’s experience with the products, market needs, and market trends
9. Observe and adhere to all safety policies and identify and report unsafe work practices or conditions
10. Provide an exceptional level of customer service to internal and external stakeholders
Education and/or Experience
· High School Diploma or equivalent
· 2+ years of Sales Experience in related field
· Experience in Division 8/10 can be an asset
Practical/Technical Skills
· Attention to technical details
· Ability to identify customer needs and match them to our products/ services
· Proven ability to manage and prioritize workloads
Computer Skills
To perform this job successfully, an individual should have a minimum of an intermediate ability to operate:
· Computer software including Microsoft Office
· ERP systems
Certificates, Licenses, Registrations
· DHI Certificate an Asset
· AHI Certificate an Asset
At AccessSMT we put our people first. We understand that our value of unmatched expertise and professionalism come directly from our dedicated team. We are a passionate group that has fun and cares about one another. The growth of our business depends on our people and so we invest in ensuring they grow with our business through career advancement, educational opportunities and security.
Once our people are onboard, we work just as hard to keep them by offering competitive base salary, extended medical and dental, Employee and Family Assistance Program, RRSP matching, work flexibility, educational opportunities, career development and much more.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Salary: $45,000.00-$55,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Company pension
- Dental care
- Disability insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Extended health care
- Life insurance
- RRSP match
- Tuition reimbursement
- Vision care
Schedule:
Supplemental pay types:
Application question(s):
- Do you have experience with doors and hardware? If so, how many years of experience?
Experience:
- Construction Industry: 3 years (required)
Work Location: In person