Now Hiring - Breckenridge Material Company - Building Materials Sales Associate in Columbia, IL

Full description of the position

Job Summary

Raineri Building Material is looking for someone that can cover the sales counters in the following locations - St. Louis, Eureka, Columbia, IL, Belleville, Il, & East St. Louis. This is a floating position. This position will be both part-time & full-time. There will be points where you will be needed for a full 40+ hour week & there will be times that you will only be needed for 10-30 hours a week.

Duties

• Greet customers warmly and identify their needs through active listening and engaging conversation
• Provide detailed product information on building materials, including specifications, uses, and benefits
• Assist customers in selecting appropriate products for their projects, offering creative solutions and alternatives
• Demonstrate excellent customer service by addressing questions, resolving concerns, and ensuring a positive shopping experience
• Maintain organized displays of building materials, ensuring shelves are stocked and products are easy to find
• Process transactions accurately using the point-of-sale system while handling cash, credit cards, or digital payments
• Collaborate with team members to meet sales goals and improve overall store performance
• Keep up-to-date with industry trends, new products, and technical knowledge to better serve customers
• Support inventory management activities such as stock replenishment and cycle counts to ensure product availability

Requirements

• Proven experience in customer service or retail sales, preferably within landscape building materials or related industries
• Strong communication skills with the ability to explain technical details clearly and confidently
• Enthusiastic attitude with a proactive approach to engaging customers and driving sales opportunities
• Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment
• Basic math skills for processing transactions accurately and managing inventory records
• Flexibility to work various shifts including weekends or evenings as needed
• Knowledge of building materials or construction terminology is a plus but not mandatory; training will be provided for the right candidate Join us as a Building Materials Sales Associate where your energy fuels customer success! Job Types: Full-time, Part-time People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply Work Location: In person