What are the responsibilities and job description for the Lighting Consultant position at The Kendall Group?
About The Kendall Group
The Kendall Group is comprised of eight divisions with 75 locations in ten states. Combined, we serve the Electrical, Automation, Pipe, Valve, and Fitting products, Steam, Lighting, Industrial Controls, and Instrumentation Industries. The Kendall Group is a 100% employee-owned company. Kendall offers a great opportunity for a rewarding career.
Why The Kendall Group?
Our employee ownership model is the core of who we are. You will not only own part of the company, but you will own your future. At Kendall, you'll have opportunities to learn and grow while being coached and mentored along the way. We're that company where people stay! We're proud to say more than 60% of our associates have more than 5 years of tenure, and more than 40% have greater than 10 years. At Kendall, you will be valued and supported, your ideas will be heard, your voice will matter, and you'll work alongside incredible people who care about your success.
Role Summary: Reporting to the Showroom Manager, the Lighting Sales Consultant is a key member of the Kendall Lighting Center sales team. The person in this role maintains positive relationships with customers by providing excellent customer service. They are responsible for selling a wide variety of lighting products to customers visiting or calling in, merchandising new accessories and pricing, and maintaining cleanliness and order of the showroom floor.Exciting work you will do:
The essential duties and responsibilities of the Lighting Consultant position will consist of, but are not limited to, the following:
- Greet and assist customers visiting or calling in
- Sell a wide variety of lighting products to customers visiting or calling in
- Maintain and grow customer sales and gross profits to meet Company growth objectives
- Merchandise new accessories and price them as required
- Maintain cleanliness and order of the showroom
- Maintain quality service by adhering to Kendall Group policies, procedures, and standards
- Perform other duties as assigned
Competencies you possess:
- Service Excellence
- Results & ; Action Oriented
- Accountability & ; Responsibility
- Teamwork & ; Collaboration
- Priority Setting
- Planning & ; Organizing
- Negotiating
- Presentation Skills
- Time Management
What you'll need:
- Work Experience: 1 year of customer service experience
- Education: High School Diploma or GED Equivalent
- Analytics/Computer Skills: Experience with MS Office; strong computer and typing skills
- Organization Skills: Highly organized and detail-oriented; ability to multi-task and shift priorities; able to work in a fast-paced, continuously evolving environment
- Cross-functional Skills: Ability to work well cross-functionally; excellent internal and external customer service; willingness to learn quickly; ability to work independently and as part of a team
- Communication Skills: Excellent verbal, written, and listening skills
- Physical, Mental & ; Visual Skills: Ability to sit, talk, and listen; ability to stand and lift up to 40 lbs frequently; ability to climb stairs; reasonable accommodations may be made
- Physical Environment: Normal showroom environment
Qualifications we prefer but don't require:
- Previous lighting showroom sales experience
The Kendall Group is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, physical or mental disability, citizenship, military status, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law.