Self Serve Lumber has been in the lumber industry since 1953 and is now in its fourth generation of being a family run business. We are the convenient, local alternative to the big box home stores, open seven days a week with our convenient drive-thru lumber yard. With over 18 stores across Michigan, we are always looking for great talent to help expand our team. Apply today!
Location: Pigeon, MI
Shift: Part time day shift with flexible schedule
Pay: $14.00 per hour
Reports To: Store Manager/Assistant Manager
Summary: The Front Counter Associate is responsible for assisting customers at the checkout with their in-store merchandise and outside lumber purchases. Other duties include, but are not limited to; greeting customers, stocking, cleaning and answering the store phone as needed.
Responsibilities:
- Greet and assist customers
- Wait on and ring up customers at the counter
- Check all customer loads from the lumber yard when ready to check out
- Promote project sales and merchandise.
- Assist in the stocking and pricing of merchandise according to operational guidelines
- Perform routine housekeeping tasks assigned by store managers as required to maintain the professional image and appearance of the store
- Participate in the completion of quarterly and annual physical inventory counts.
- Be alert to practices that waste supplies, utilities and time.
- As part of the Self Serve Lumber Team, you may be asked to attend any company/store functions or events.
Requirements:
- Minimum of one or more years of experience in a retail sales position
- Knowledge of the lumber/hardware industry is a plus, but not required
- Familiarity with retail sales, merchandising programs and procedures
- Good people skills and ability to promote sales
- Good communication skills
Work Environment and Physical Requirements
- Ability to lift up-to 10lbs. frequently and/or up to 50lbs. occasionally
- Indoor and outdoor customer assistance in inclement weather at times
- Be able to sit or stand for long periods of time
Job Type: Part-time
Pay: From $14.00 per hour
Benefits:
Application Question(s):
- All candidates are required to complete a background check, drug screen and physical. Would you be able to complete these?
- Do you have any experience with lumber or hardware?
Experience:
- Retail sales: 1 year (Preferred)
Work Location: In person
