Field Operations Associate managing customer experience in branch and onsite for Grainger, an industrial distributor. Engaging in customer-facing activities and sales/service opportunities.
Responsibilities
The duties and responsibilities of this position can be broken down into two categories (KeepStock & Branch), and include but are not limited to:
Branch Ownership of the entire customer experience. This includes appropriate product selection based on customer requirements, accurate order entry and maintenance, accurately and safely picking product, and safely loading customer vehicle as needed.
Consistently performs actions with branch sales focus to capitalize on sales opportunities and encourage customer loyalty to deliver revenue targets.
Promote Company products and services to customers and provide substitutions where required
Maintain well-rounded knowledge of products and tools sold including the completion of the required certification.
Processing customer transactions.
Providing customer updates when required on delivery, lead times, quotes, etc.
Management and tasks related to filling vending machines and Vendor Managed Inventory (VMI).
Collaborating with KS customers on program/product updates for vending/VMI program.
Ensure proper product stocking levels at customer locations by scanning for orders as inventory is depleted.
Oversee customer inventory locations by ensuring proper labeling and quantities on hand are accurate.
Meet regularly with a schedule of key customer contacts to ensure needs are being met and products are available.
This includes scanning, put away and spot buys of products.
Resolve customer problems promptly and accurately in a manner that will retain and promote customer loyalty.
Follow designated customer route as defined by routing software tools.
Document standard operating procedures at customer locations to provide direction to back-up resources to ensure continuity of service.
Identify continuous improvement opportunities in productivity, process improvement, and cycle time with all sales and services activities.
Comply with the safety and inspection requirements of the facility where the service is being provided.
Requirements
High school diploma
1-3 years’ experience in retail/selling or customer service (i.e. counter/retail sales/ telephone/warehouse) environment.
Some flexibility required to working hours to accommodate branch operations.
Ability to safely learn and operate powered industrial equipment, forklift
Successful and timely completion of initial and ongoing training as required.
Self-motivated, with high energy and dedication to customer service and sales growth.
Ability to effectively collaborate with tact and diplomacy with internal and external customers and cross-functional partners.
Demonstrated ability to apply strong judgment, independent problem-solving skills, and understanding of Grainger’s Core Value Proposition.
Handle various technical and operational issues.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Background checks and drug screening may be required (as warranted by Company or customer requirements in working on-site and/or operating equipment)
Must possess and maintain a valid driver’s license in province of residence.
May be required to use a personal vehicle for transportation which meet’s Grainger’s standards.
This role may require you to attend customers’ sites and adhere to safety requirements in accordance with applicable health and safety legislation, as it relates to wearing personal protective equipment (PPE) on certain customer sites.
Benefits
Medical, dental, vision and prescription drug coverage
Paid time off (PTO) and up to 12 company holidays per year (dependent on home province)
Life insurance coverage, including spousal and dependent life insurance.
Employee Family Assistance Program to help team members with physical, emotional, mental, financial and other concerns
Registered Retirement Savings Plan & Defined Contribution Pension Plan to help you save for your financial future
Educational & Professional Membership Fee Assistance program
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