Sales Assistant

Company Description

Rexel USA is one of the largest distributors of electrical products, data communication, and related supplies in the United States. Rexel USA operates its electrical distribution business in the United States through eight Regions that go to market under various banner and trade names, including Rexel, Rexel Automation, Gexpro, Mayer, and Platt Electric Supply. In addition to an online store, Rexel USA has a distribution network of over 460 warehouse storefront locations throughout the U.S.

Job Description

We are looking for a Sales Assistant to join our Mayer team in Decatur, AL!

Summary:

The Sales Assistant is responsible for performing a variety of activities to ensure smooth and efficient operations within a branch. This includes overseeing order fulfillment, inventory surveillance, warehouse management, order processing, and material management. Will be responsible for enforcing safety protocols and procedures to maintain a safe working environment. Will also ensure compliance with environmental regulations and promote a culture of safety within the organization. The Sales Assistant will also be responsible for cost management related to customer service and overall operational support for the sales force. This includes monitoring and controlling costs associated with customer service activities and providing support to the sales team.

What You'll Do:

Perform operations specialist activities

Environmental, health and safety leader

Cost management for customer service and overall operational support for the sales force

Order fulfillment surveillance, supporting sales, inventory surveillance and warehouse management, order processing, material management, customer interface, build strong customer/supplier relationships

Motivate, train and lead warehouse and inside sales team

Work with branch to meet or exceed budgeted total sales and margin objectives

Resolve customer complaints

Participate in branch sales, quality and service meetings

Interface with key suppliers to develop and maintain good relationships

Other duties as assigned

Job Duties Disclaimer:

The information contained in this job description is intended to describe the essential job functions required of those assigned to this job. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, knowledge, skills, and abilities needed to perform the job. Please note that management retains the right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time. The ability to competently perform all the essential duties of the position, with or without reasonable accommodation, demonstrate commitment to effective customer service delivery, integrity, and the ability to work productively as a member of a team or work group are basic requirements of all positions at Rexel USA.

Qualifications

What You'll Need

2+ years of business experience

High School or GED - Required

4 Year / Bachelor's Degree - Preferred

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

Knowledge of electrical distribution industry, electrical products, current market, customers, suppliers and competitors

Strong interpersonal and communication skills

Ability to negotiate contracts

Solid presentation skills

Ability to call on upper management

Analytical and problem solving skills

Additional Information

Physical Demands:

Sit: Must be able to remain in a stationary position - Frequently - 21% to 50%

Walk: Must be able to move about inside/outside office or work location - Frequently - 21% to 50%

Use hands to finger, handle, or feel: Operates a computer and other office machinery - Constantly - at least 51%

Stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl: Must be able to crouch down to stock shelves, pick up boxes, or position oneself to maintain computers in the lab/under desks/in server closet - Occasionally - up to 20%

Climb or balance: Must be able to ascend/descend on a ladder, forklift, pallet jack, or other warehouse equipment - Occasionally - up to 20%

Talk, hear, taste, smell: Must be able to use senses to effectively communicate with co-workers and clients and detect hazardous conditions - Constantly - at least 51%

Weight and Force Demands:

Up to 10 pounds - Frequently - 21% to 50%

Up to 25 pounds - Frequently - 21% to 50%

Up to 50 pounds - Occasionally - up to 20%

Working Environment:

Exposed to unpleasant or disagreeable physical environment such as high noise level and/or exposure to heat and cold - Constantly - at least 51%

Exposed to electrical hazards; risk of electrical shock - Occasionally - up to 20%

Handles or works with potentially dangerous equipment - Occasionally - up to 20%

Travels to offsite locations - Occasionally - up to 20%

Rexel USA (A VEVRAA Federal Contractor), and its affiliated companies, is an EEO/Disabled/Veterans employer. All qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to any characteristics protected by law.

Our Benefits Include:

Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Insurance

401K with Employer Match

Paid vacation and sick time

Paid company holidays plus flexible personal days per year

Tuition Reimbursement

Health & Wellness Programs

Flexible Spending Accounts

HSA Accounts

Commuter Transit Benefits

Additional Optional Insurance such as Pet Insurance, Legal Assistance, Critical Illness, Home and Auto Insurance to name a few.

Employee Discount Programs

Professional Training & Development Programs

Career Advancement Opportunities - We like to promote from within

Our goal is to create a workplace where everyone feels respected, valued, and empowered to succeed as we understand that our success and innovation is enhanced by an inclusive and diverse workforce.

Rexel USA (A VEVRAA Federal Contractor), and its affiliated companies, is an EEO/Disabled/Veterans employer. All qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to any characteristics protected by law.