Mead Lumber Company, is a leading provider of building products to professional contractors, and remodelers. We have 53 Operating locations across 9 Midwestern states. 100% employee-owned, we are the 11th largest building material suppliers to professional builders in the country. We are in search of driven individuals who desire an opportunity to grow and apply their skills.As a Retail Sales Associate, you will play a crucial role in driving sales and maintaining customer satisfaction. You will be responsible for assisting customers in locating and purchasing building materials, as well as providing product information and recommendations.Responsibilities and Duties:
- Understand customer needs and provide appropriate product recommendations.
- Process sales transactions accurately and efficiently
- Maintain a clean and organized store appearance
- Receive, stock, and price merchandise according to company standards
- Handle customer inquiries, complaints, and returns in a timely and efficient manner
- Stay updated on industry trends and product knowledge to effectively assist customers
- Answer incoming phone calls
Requirements & Qualifications:
- Construction experience or Construction sales experience preferred.
- Must be available to work weekends.
- Basic math skills and ability to handle cash transactions
- Basic computer knowledge required
- Friendly outgoing personality
- Able to lift 50lbs
- Self motivated and punctual
- Good written and verbal communication skills
- Problem solving and multi-tasking skills
Schedule would be Monday - Friday and every other Saturday till noon. Salary : $17 per hour or depends on experience Once eligible, you will participate in our ESOP (Employee Stock Ownership Plan), a unique benefit that can provide a financial source for your future/retirement that very few companies offer.We also offer our employees competitive pay as well as the benefits listed below:Benefits:
- Employee Stock Ownership
- Medical, Dental, Vision
- 100% Employer Paid Group Term Life, AD&D, and STD
- Additional Voluntary Life, AD&D, and LTD
- Paid Time Off & Holiday Pay
- Flexible Spending Accounts
- 401(k)
- Scholarship & Tuition Assistance Programs
- Employee Assistance Program
- Merchandise Discounts
Company ValuesThe company has six core values that are essential to achieving its business objectives and overall mission. Employees are expected to live these values in their daily job performance, work behaviors, business relationships, customer interactions, financial expenditures, and decision-making.
- Put People First
- Think Like an Owner
- Integrity
- Invest Where you Live
- Unmatched Customer Service
- Continuous Improvement
Mead Lumber considers applicants for all positions without regard to race, color, sex, ethnicity, national origin, religion, gender, age, pregnancy, marital status, veteran's status, sexual orientation, genetic information, disability or any other protected basis prohibited by law.An Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.