Customer Service Representative

Sonepar

Irving, TX

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JOB DETAILS

SKILLS

Communication Skills, Customer Relations, Customer Support/Service, Distribution Channel, Electricity, Employee Assistance Plan, Health Plan, High School Diploma, Inside Sales, Interpersonal Skills, Keyboards, Military Industry, Multitasking, Negotiation Skills, Operations Management, Presentation/Verbal Skills, Pricing, Problem Solving Skills, Reimbursement, Resolve Customer Issues, Sales, Sales Management, Time Management, Warehousing, Writing Skills

LOCATION

Irving, TX

POSTED

1 day ago

There's a Place for You at Summit Electric Supply.

A career at Summit Electric Supply is more than a job. You're investing in a brighter, more sustainable future together and joining a team that makes a real difference for our customers. Summit Electric Supply offers electrical products andservices to contractors. If it helps bring electricity to an office, home, factory, or other building - you can find it here. We operate throughout Arizona, New Mexico, Texas, and Louisiana and are part of the Sonepar group, the world's #1 electrical distributor with over 45,000 associates around the globe.

Being "Powered by Difference" means we respect and value diverse perspectives. Within Summit Electric Supply we offer a supportive culture and great benefits, and as part of the larger Sonepar group, we can offer exciting opportunities to grow your career.

Title: Customer Service Representative (CSR)

Reports to: CSR Supervisor, Operations Manager or Service Center Manager

Customers served: External -- Customers, vendors, manufacturers' representatives, and other suppliers. Internal - Summit's warehouse and counter sales associates, Account Managers, Operations Manager and Service Center Manager

Role Summary

The Customer Service Representative (CSR) is primarily responsible for assisting Summit's customers over the phone, internet, email or in person and works closely with the Service Center sales staff to ensure a high level of customer service.

Thoroughly understand all product capabilities, features, and benefits as well as Summit's market conditions, product warranties and services
Develop new and existing customer relationships by providing Summit solutions and products to meet the customers' needs
Assist customers over the phone or via internet with orders, quotations, and product questions
Negotiate profitable pricing with both customers and suppliers
Proactively follow up on customer orders, challenges, and needs
Resolve customer concerns and issues as efficiently and effectively as possible
Assist counter and warehouse associates as needed

Essential Qualifications and Experience

Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, both oral and written
Time management - ability to organize and manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines
Flexibility - ability to effectively adapt to change
High school diploma or GED

Beneficial Skills and Experience

Ability to perform duties with minimal supervision
Completion of Bronze, Silver, or Gold of the National Association of Electrical Distributors' Education Program (EPEC)
3 or more years of counter sales experience or inside sales experience with an electrical distributor or thorough knowledge of electrical tools, supplies and equipment

Physical Challenges

Consistent sitting for hours at a time
Consistent use of keyboard and mouse
Must be able to lift 5 pounds on a regular and consistent basis
Ability to climb stairs on occasion
Majority of job is located inside office during regular office hours of operation

Direct Reports: No direct reports

FLSA Status: Non-exempt salaried

What We Offer You

We offer great family-friendly benefits to full-time associates:

Healthcare plans

Dental & vision

Paid time off

Paid parental leave

401(k) retirement savings with company match

Professional and personal development programs

Opportunity to become a shareholder

Employer-paid short- and long-term disability

Employer-paid life insurance for spouse and dependents

Robust wellness program

Gym reimbursement

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Summit Electric Supply offers tuition reimbursement, and earned wage access.

We're proud to be a military-friendly company, and our many employee resource groups (ERGs) help you make connections and feel supported.

Learn More About Us

Get to know us on YouTube, LinkedIn, Facebook and Instagram and learn how we're "Powering Progress for Future Generations."

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Summit Electric Supply is part of the Sonepar family of brands:

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
Sonepar is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their race, color, creed, religion, national origin, citizenship status, ancestry, sex, age, physical or mental disability unrelated to ability, marital status, family responsibilities, pregnancy, genetic information, sexual orientation, order of protection status, protected veteran or military status, or an unfavorable discharge from military service, or any other categories protected by federal, state or local law.

Sonepar and our family of brands are committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. In keeping with our commitment, we will take the steps to assure that people with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations. Accordingly, if a reasonable accommodation is required to fully participate in the job application or interview process, to perform the essential functions of the position, and/or to receive all other benefits and privileges of employment, please call 843-745-2420 or email recruiting@sonepar-us.com.

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Customer Service Representative

Sonepar

Irving, TX

About the Company

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