Counter Sales Representative
Airgas · Rockford, IL · 2 days ago
On-siteSales$23–$24/hrFull-time
About the role
We are looking for a Counter Sales Associate to join our team in a role that balances high-energy customer interaction with meaningful operational support. If you enjoy solving problems and building relationships in a dynamic, industrial environment, we want to meet you!
Responsibilities
- Partner with our customers to provide industrial, medical, and specialty gases, welding equipment, and other essential supplies.
- Advising customers on the tools, hardware, and materials needed to successfully complete their projects.
- Demonstrating equipment use and sharing insights on product quality to help our customers pioneer new solutions in their own work.
- Ensuring adherence to company policies including safety and the use of personal protective equipment to maintain a secure environment.
- Providing excellent customer service to both internal and external partners, fostering understanding and long-term relationships.
- Absolutely ensuring all required paperwork is accurately completed, including coding, costing, and pricing.
- Partnership with customers to identify the best tools and procedures for their specific tasks; demonstrating equipment use to build customer confidence.
- Managing order entry and processing transactions; assisting the team with the reconciliation of deposits.
- Coordinating via phone, e-mail, and in person with customers and team members to provide helpful information on costs and delivery.
- Contributing to an outgoing call strategy to support the continued growth and success of the branch.
- Cooking up the transfer of merchandise between locations to meet customer needs.
- Maintaining a positive work atmosphere by acting and communicating in a supportive manner with customers, vendors, and colleagues.
- Stocking shelves and maintaining welcoming showroom displays to provide an excellent customer experience.
- Cooking up the transfer of merchandise between locations to meet customer needs.
Requirements
- High School Diploma or equivalent required.
- Excellent customer service skills and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced setting.
- Experience in industrial retail, inside sales, or inventory control is a plus.
- Attention to detail in handling transactions.
- Availability for occasional overtime when the team needs extra support.
Qualifications
- 2+ years of experience in product, warehouse, or sales environments (we also value an equivalent combination of education and unique life experience).
Benefits
- Comprehensive Family Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, AD&D, and Disability Insurance.
- Support for Parents: 14-week paid child birth benefit to support growing families.
- Future Security: 401(k) Retirement Plan with company match, Tuition Assistance, Paid Holidays, Vacation, and Sick time.
- Early Access: Your benefits start after just 30 days of employment.
Pay & Schedule
- Pay range - $23-24/hr
- Monday thru Friday, 7:30-4pm hours.
Schedule
- Monday thru Friday, 7:30-4pm hours.