A construction supply distributor is seeking a customer-focused Counter Sales Associate to assist contractors, builders, and trade professionals. This role combines product recommendations, order processing, and relationship building in a collaborative environment.
Candidates with construction supply or hardware experience are encouraged to apply. Training is available for someone with mechanical aptitude, a strong work ethic, and a willingness to learn.
Responsibilities
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Help customers select materials and products appropriate for their projects.
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Prepare pricing, enter orders, and process cash, credit, and customer account transactions accurately.
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Recommend tools, fasteners, sealants, door hardware, and related construction products.
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Develop relationships with returning customers and become familiar with their purchasing needs.
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Answer phone inquiries and follow up on product, pricing, and order questions.
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Pull merchandise and prepare orders for customer pickup.
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Maintain an organized sales counter and assist with stock organization.
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Suggest additional products that support the customer’s project.
Qualifications
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Experience in counter sales, a supply house, hardware distribution, or a lumberyard is strongly preferred.
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Construction, skilled trades, or estimating experience is a plus.
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Comfortable calculating prices, quantities, measurements, and basic unit conversions.
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Strong communication and customer service skills.
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Bilingual English/Spanish skills are strongly preferred.
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Dependable, self-motivated, and able to work effectively with a team.
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Able to commute reliably to the West Palm Beach