**Customer Sales Associate Responsibilities:**
- Answer incoming phone calls and respond to customer emails in a timely and professional manner
- Assist customers at the counter with product inquiries, pricing information, and order placement
- Develop and maintain strong HVAC product knowledge to provide accurate technical guidance and recommendations
- Process customer orders, quotes, and service requests with accuracy and attention to detail
- Identify sales opportunities and upsell complementary products and services to maximize customer value
- Build and maintain positive customer relationships to encourage repeat business and customer loyalty
- Document customer interactions and maintain detailed records in the company database
- Resolve customer complaints and concerns professionally, escalating complex issues to management when necessary
- Coordinate with warehouse and delivery teams to ensure timely order fulfillment and customer satisfaction
- Follow up with customers post-purchase to confirm satisfaction and address any additional needs
- Maintain knowledge of current promotions, pricing, and product availability
- Contribute to a fast-paced, customer-focused work environment with strong organizational and time management skills
**Required Qualifications:**
- High School diploma or equivalent
- Proficient computer skills with demonstrated ability to operate business software and database systems
- Reliable personal transportation
- Proven warehouse experience in shipping and receiving operations
- Certified forklift operation skills
- Minimum 1-2 years of customer service or sales experience in a retail or commercial environment
- Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to interact professionally with diverse customer bases
- Demonstrated ability to multitask and prioritize responsibilities in a fast-paced environment
**Required Competencies:**
- Advanced time management and organizational capabilities to effectively manage multiple priorities in a demanding environment
- Commitment to maintaining a standard 5-day work week with demonstrated flexibility for occasional weekend shifts and extended hours as operational requirements dictate
- Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to resolve customer concerns professionally and courteously
- Attention to detail and accuracy when processing orders, quotes, and maintaining customer records
**Preferred Qualifications:**
- Established HVAC product knowledge and technical expertise
- Previous experience in the HVAC, plumbing, or mechanical equipment industry
- Familiarity with customer relationship management (CRM) systems or similar database platforms
- Sales achievement record demonstrating ability to identify and capitalize on upselling opportunities
All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.