Alta Personnel is seeking a motivated, professional, and sales-driven Counter Sales Representative for a company specializing in premium wood products used in high-end kitchens, cabinetry, and custom woodworking projects.
This position is ideal for someone who enjoys speaking with customers, learning products, recommending solutions, and identifying opportunities to increase sales. We are looking for a proactive team member who takes ownership of their responsibilities and does not need to be constantly reminded what to do next.
Key Responsibilities
- Assist customers in person, by phone, and through email.
- Learn the company’s wood products, materials, applications, and available options.
- Provide accurate product information, pricing, and recommendations.
- Upsell and cross-sell products based on each customer’s project needs.
- Prepare quotes, process orders, and follow up with customers.
- Build strong relationships with contractors, cabinetmakers, designers, and other customers.
- Maintain a professional, organized, and welcoming sales counter.
- Support inventory, order entry, administrative duties, and other operational projects.
- Manage multiple customers, phone calls, orders, and priorities at the same time.
- Use downtime productively by assisting teammates, following up on sales opportunities, organizing the workspace, or requesting additional assignments.
The Ideal Candidate
- Is confident and professional when speaking with customers on the phone.
- Has a natural sales mindset and is comfortable recommending additional products.
- Is motivated to learn detailed product information.
- Takes pride in delivering an impressive customer experience.
- Is dependable, organized, and able to multitask in a fast-paced environment.
- Takes initiative and actively looks for the next task or project.
- Remains focused and productive throughout the workday.
- Communicates clearly and works well with customers, coworkers, and management.
- Is comfortable using computers, email, order-entry systems, and basic office software.
Preferred Experience
- Previous counter sales, inside sales, retail sales, customer service, or construction-material experience.
- Experience with lumber, cabinetry, woodworking, building materials, kitchens, or related products is highly preferred.
- Previous experience preparing quotes or processing customer orders is a plus.
- Bilingual English/Spanish skills are a plus but not required.
This is an excellent opportunity for a self-starter who wants to develop strong product knowledge, build lasting customer relationships, and grow within a respected high-end wood products business.
Apply today by submitting your resume and a brief summary of your sales or customer-service experience.
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and consider qualified applicants without regard to any legally protected status.
Pay: $25.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Experience:
- Counter Clerk: 2 years (Required)
Work Location: In person
