Customer Sales Associate

About the role

This full-time Counter Sales and customer sales role is a key customer touchpoint, responsible for accurate order entry and smooth customer interactions. The position requires strong multitasking skills, including processing orders, maintaining inventory accuracy, and coordinating logistics to support delivery timelines. By demonstrating professionalism, honesty, and respect, this role helps deliver an exceptional customer experience and reinforces the Heritage Family of Companies reputation for quality and reliability.

This full-time role runs Monday through Friday, with overtime during peak seasons, requiring flexibility and dedication.

Responsibilities

• Provide exceptional customer service by effectively interacting with clients through phone, email, and in-person consultations, maintaining a courteous and professional demeanor at all times.
• Accurately process and manage customer transactions at the sales counter using the company’s computer system to ensure efficient and precise order fulfillment.
• Create detailed sales orders and quotes, utilizing customer measurements to estimate material needs and project costs with accuracy.
• Coordinate and schedule truck deliveries with precision, ensuring optimal logistics and customer satisfaction.
• Contribute to inventory management by participating in cycle counts, order picking, staging, replenishment, and shipping/receiving activities.
• Collaborate with management and team members to communicate customer needs and special order material requests, enhancing product offerings and service delivery.
• Maintain a clean and organized work environment, promoting operational efficiency and adherence to safety standards.
• Work collaboratively with warehouse and sales team members to ensure efficient operations and exceptional customer service.
• Other duties as assigned.

Responsibilities include a mix of sales counter duties and warehouse tasks, supported by modern sales systems and a commitment to maintaining an organized workspace.

Requirements

• Prior experience in a customer service or sales role is preferred; experience in managing customer relationships with a focus on customer satisfaction, retention, and loyalty, ensuring a personalized and positive purchasing experience.
• Proficiency in basic computer operations and internet navigation.
• Experience or familiarity with point-of-sale systems and order entry procedures.
• Capability to handle physical demands, including lifting up to 50 lbs.
• Ability to work in varied conditions, including warehouses and outdoor environments.
• Willingness and ability to work overtime as needed during the peak season.
• Capability to pass a pre-employment background/drug test.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bilingual proficiency in English and Spanish.
• Previous experience with irrigation or landscaping products.
• Forklift operation experience/Current forklift certification and other relevant qualifications that enhance operational efficiency and safety in warehouse and shipping environments.

Location

Big Earth Supply - Sarasota
7750 Fruitville Rd
Sarasota, FL 34240

Benefits

• Competitive weekly/bi-weekly pay, discretionary bonuses
• 401(k) with company match
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan
• Paid time off (vacation, sick, volunteer, holidays, birthday, floating)
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Flexible spending accounts
• Company-paid life and short-term disability insurance
• Optional long-term disability and additional life insurance

All benefits subject to eligibility.