Will Call Counter Sales - Entry Level

Entry Level

We are looking for a reliable, hard-working, team-oriented individual to help our Will Call Counter.

Will Call Counter

Electrical Wholesale Industry

This position will be based at our Elk Grove location.

• Are you a positive, ambitious, outgoing individual with impeccable people skills?
• Looking to gain experience and still enjoy your summer?
• Looking to earn some cash to save for school?

ABOUT US:

Steiner Electric is a family-owned company founded in 1916. Steiner Electric is the 35th largest electrical supply business in the country, with locations in Northern Illinois, Northwest Indiana and Southeast Wisconsin. We represent many of leading manufacturers in the industry. Our team services customers with standard electrical and industrial supplies and represent automation products, motors and drives, energy management, and custom products. Steiner is a close family culture with a strong commitment to customer service, values, integrity and community service.

WHAT WE OFFER:

We offer a competitive compensation and benefits package that includes:

• Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Short-term and Long-term disability insurance.
• Wellness/Gym membership reimbursement program.
• Paid Time Off
• Weekends Off
• Hands-on experience in a fast-paced environment
• Learning & Development Plans
• Coaching & Mentorship

WHAT YOU'LL DO:

• Help with general tasks and projects.
• Support the Counter Team with day-to-day assistance.
• Assist with merchandizing to help maintain manufacturer product displays to create impression of well-stocked, up-to-date, clean inventory
• Enter bids into the Steiner order entry system
• Enter orders in the most cost effective and profitable way, such as drop ship, customer pick up, or UPS carrier instead of our truck
• Manage open customer orders – take appropriate actions and keep customer informed as to order status
• Follow ISO procedures regarding section 300 Sales Order Entry and Contract Review.
• Interact with customers and vendors at Steiner/Vendor sponsored events

Physical Requirements of the Essential Functions of this Position:

• Must be able to lift and carry 50 lbs.
• Must be able to stand for extended periods on hard surfaces
• Acceptable grooming and dress for the position

Education, Knowledge, Training, Experience, Licenses, Certification

• High school diploma preferred but not required.
• Computer experience. Ability to navigate through software and hardware independently.
• Basic mathematical skills
• Basic accounting knowledge
• English speaking preferred
• Bi-lingual in Spanish would be beneficial
• Experience and/or electrical product experience that would be applicable to counter sales preferred

Steiner is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all qualified applicants for employment. Steiner employs people without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability.