Sales Customer Support (Menands)
EIS, Menands, NY, United States
Summary:
The Customer Sales Support position will play a key role in streamlining the sales process, enhancing customer satisfaction, and driving revenue by resolving customer inquiries, supporting the front counter, and supporting sales representatives. The position serves as a vital link between the sales team and customers by managing orders, maintaining records, and nurturing client relationships.
Essential Duties, Responsibilities, and Accountabilities
(Include the following; however, other duties may apply.)
· Learn and understand the company’s range of products, applications, and industries served.
· Shadow experienced sales representatives during customer interactions and site visits.
· Support the preparation of quotes, sales orders, and product specifications.
· Build and maintain strong relationships with customers to encourage repeat business
· Process transactions accurately and efficiently, while ensuring a positive shopping experience
· Handle customer inquiries, complaints, and feedback with professionalism, tact, and care
· All other duties as assigned
Work Environment:
This is a physically demanding job that may consist of heavy lifting, in a non-climate-controlled environment, sales visits, and front counter interface with customers.
Supervisory Responsibilities:
This role does not have direct supervisory responsibilities.
Qualifications:
To perform this job satisfactorily, 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 accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Education and/or Experience:
· High school diploma or equivalent; associate or bachelor's degree preferred
· 3 – 4 years of previous sales or customer service experience (experience in the fastener or industrial supply industry a plus)
· Strong communication skills with the ability to engage effectively with a diverse range of customers
· Ability to lift up to 40lbs. and stand for extended periods of time
· Strong attention to detail and accuracy
· Proficiency in MS Office Suite (Word, Excel, and Outlook).
· Team-oriented, with good communication skills
· Proactive approach to problem-solving and the ability to work independently and as part of a team
· Basic understanding of sales principles and practices
· Willingness to learn and adapt in a fast-paced retail environment
· Self-starter, with a great attitude and willingness to learn
Language Skills:
The candidate must have excellent verbal and written communication skills with the ability to interact effectively across all levels of the organization.
Reasoning Ability:
Strong reasoning, customer service, active listening, and good interpersonal skills are required.
Physical Demands:
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
The Customer Sales Support position will play a key role in streamlining the sales process, enhancing customer satisfaction, and driving revenue by resolving customer inquiries, supporting the front counter, and supporting sales representatives. The position serves as a vital link between the sales team and customers by managing orders, maintaining records, and nurturing client relationships.
Essential Duties, Responsibilities, and Accountabilities
(Include the following; however, other duties may apply.)
· Learn and understand the company’s range of products, applications, and industries served.
· Shadow experienced sales representatives during customer interactions and site visits.
· Support the preparation of quotes, sales orders, and product specifications.
· Build and maintain strong relationships with customers to encourage repeat business
· Process transactions accurately and efficiently, while ensuring a positive shopping experience
· Handle customer inquiries, complaints, and feedback with professionalism, tact, and care
· All other duties as assigned
Work Environment:
This is a physically demanding job that may consist of heavy lifting, in a non-climate-controlled environment, sales visits, and front counter interface with customers.
Supervisory Responsibilities:
This role does not have direct supervisory responsibilities.
Qualifications:
To perform this job satisfactorily, 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 accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Education and/or Experience:
· High school diploma or equivalent; associate or bachelor's degree preferred
· 3 – 4 years of previous sales or customer service experience (experience in the fastener or industrial supply industry a plus)
· Strong communication skills with the ability to engage effectively with a diverse range of customers
· Ability to lift up to 40lbs. and stand for extended periods of time
· Strong attention to detail and accuracy
· Proficiency in MS Office Suite (Word, Excel, and Outlook).
· Team-oriented, with good communication skills
· Proactive approach to problem-solving and the ability to work independently and as part of a team
· Basic understanding of sales principles and practices
· Willingness to learn and adapt in a fast-paced retail environment
· Self-starter, with a great attitude and willingness to learn
Language Skills:
The candidate must have excellent verbal and written communication skills with the ability to interact effectively across all levels of the organization.
Reasoning Ability:
Strong reasoning, customer service, active listening, and good interpersonal skills are required.
Physical Demands:
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.