Counter Sales Associate

Location: Charlottesville, VA | Job Type: Inside Sales

About the role

The Counter Sales Associate will work directly with the corporate WSC Purchaser/Estimator, assisting in day-to-day activities, running inventory reports, and managing intercompany product inventory needs. Responsibilities include corresponding with vendors, branch managers, shipping companies, and the sales team, as well as supporting the outside sales team with product quotes, submittals, VDOT requirements, product information, and vendor data.

Responsibilities

• Assist in developing product quotes for the outside sales team.
• Understand and navigate blueprint plans.
• Aid the corporate purchaser with vendor correspondence.
• Provide the sales team with submittal information as needed.
• Assist the corporate estimator with project bids and quotes.
• Gather freight quotes and correspond with freight companies.
• Provide backup assistance to the Roanoke counter when needed.
• Maintain professionalism, tact, diplomacy, and sensitivity to portray the company positively.
• Coordinate with customers and branch managers regarding pending orders and direct shipment logistics.
• Work necessary seasonal Saturdays based on the schedule provided by the branch manager.

Requirements

• 2 years of direct work experience.
• Professional demeanor and appearance.
• Willingness to learn construction-based WSC products, descriptions, and installation techniques.
• Strong problem identification and objection resolution skills.
• Exceptional verbal and written communication skills.
• Self-motivated and highly organized.
• Able to perform basic calculations and mathematical figures.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook).
• Ability to work individually and as part of a team.
• High level of integrity and work ethic.

Benefits

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance
• Long-term disability
• Short-term disability
• Life insurance