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Obtains information on pricing specifications, uses and an availability.\nCodes and inputs customer orders, pricing information and additional data into the computer system.\nCreates accurate and complete invoices, work orders, and sales tickets.\nMaintains stock levels on the sales floor and in the stockroom.\nOperates and balances cash register daily.\nResearch credits, returns, and late payments as needed.\nWorks with outside sales representatives to ensure customer satisfaction.\nUnderstands and observes all safety procedures and practices to prevent injury to self or co-workers; attends periodic safety meetings as required; may recommend changes to improve safety procedures.\n\nSUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES\n\nThis job has no supervisory responsibilities.\n\nMINIMUM REQUIREMENTS\nTo perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. \nMinimum education required: High School Diploma\nMinimum experience required: 1-2 years in building material industry with extensive knowledge of product and application.\n\nCOMPETENCIES\nGood interpersonal and customer relations skills and excellent oral and written communication skills. \nStrong verbal and written communication skills\nGood interpersonal and influencing skills\nStrong customer service skills\nKnowledge of basic sales techniques and concepts\nStrong attention to detail \nKnowledge of business math\nKnowledge of company products, production processes and product standards\nKnowledge of building materials, applications, related equipment, and/or construction industry. \nFamiliar with inventory and inventory control.\nAbility to operate computer, calculator & cash register. \nProficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and an enterprise resource planning (ERP) program\nMust be able to drive and walk throughout yards, plants, and offices.\n\nWORK ENVIRONMENT / PHYSICAL ACTIVITY\nThe physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. 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