Inside Sales / Material Handler

Stratford CT

Description

L&W Supply is a leading specialty distributor of drywall, ceiling tiles, steel framing and other building materials used by commercial and residential contractors. L&W Supply delivers the products and capabilities offered by a national distributor paired with the service and personal touch usually found only in a locally owned business. As an Inside Sales Associate, you will provide assistance to customers as they purchase the materials they need for a variety of building projects. From the moment you greet customers until their sales have been finalized, you will provide them with superior service and building material expertise. Specific duties may include: -Assisting customers in developing L&W solutions to meet their needs -Discussing features and benefits of products and services -Establishing rapport with new customers and nurturing relationships with long term customers -Receiving incoming building materials and placing them into inventory -Organizing and maintaining the warehouse for effective and efficient utilization of available storage space while also ensuring that all products can be quickly retrieved for shipment -Coordinating delivery requests to ensure efficiency and customer satisfaction -Assisting in the design and execution of merchandising strategy -Determining customers’ needs and recommending appropriate products and solutions, up-selling additional products and supplies for each job -Answering incoming phone calls and emails to assist customers in a timely manner -Accepting payment and applying it to the appropriate customer account -Operating a forklift safely and efficiently and being able to handle heavy and awkward loads -Reordering products to keep the store and warehouse shelves well stocked -Addressing and resolving service concerns, should they arise -Responsibilities may include assisting with delivery of materials to customers or jobsites and delivery functions including unloading and staging of product at jobsites as assigned Specific qualifications include: -Previous experience with interior building products is preferred -Previous warehouse and forklift experience is preferred -Excellent communication and interpersonal skills -Solid time management and prioritization skills -Basic computer skills -Positive attitude and team player -Detail and service oriented Benefits may include: -Health, dental, and vision coverage -Life insurance -401(k) with company match -Flex spending -Paid time off -Paid holidays Equal Opportunity Employer / Drug Free Workplace