Counter Sales

This is a backfill for an existing vacancy within the team.

Gerrie Electric is one of the largest independent electrical distributors, with 24 key Ontario locations and over 400 employees. We are a proud family owned, Canadian company and are headquartered in Burlington, ON. We are proud to be a Platinum Club winner of Canada’s Best Managed Companies. Having been in business since 1957, we are an established and well-respected company in the industry.

Our core purpose is Customer First – Employee Driven. We strive for an inspiring culture and integrity in all that we do.

Our success is powered by our people. We invest in the training & development of our employees and encourage career growth across all areas. We celebrate success and show recognition for a job well done.

We believe a more diverse and inclusive environment brings strength to our organization, helps our customers to succeed and creates a significant competitive edge.

The Counter Sales position is responsible for greeting customers and receiving and generating their orders efficiently and effectively. To, always, provide courteous, prompt, and efficient service to customers and give them the upmost of assistance with regards to product availability, pricing and sourcing of material. To display an ongoing commitment to understand, promote and believe in the Gerrie commitment of being a service quality organization and to strive to maintain and continue to seek ways to improve the overall service quality.

• Maintain friendly service and a positive company image.
• Service customer needs promptly and efficiently, addressing customer questions or concerns.
• Handle customer orders.
• Provide assistance/backup in shipping and receiving when required.
• Promoting products, contributing to branch sales.
• Direct sales services of the general public.
• Provide pricing and availability.
• Enter customer orders into the business system as per Gerrie procedures.

• Maintaining current knowledge of electrical industry/products.
• Develop knowledge about substitutes.
• Be able to source products and provide technical information.
• Continue to develop your skill set as it related to the Gerrie Organization, the Electrical Industry, and the field of Sales.

• Work with other departments as required, conveying a professional corporate image that represents the values of Gerrie Electric.

• Responsible for preparation and balancing of cash sales.
• Ensure all shelves are stocked and material is put away in a timely fashion.
• Ensure float is counter and all transactions are accurate and balanced.
• Ensure timely completion of any/all special tasks as assigned by management.
• Select and pack orders.
• When required, perform wire cuts as per Gerrie documented procedure.

• Accuracy of transactions/orders.
• Ensure understanding of and adhere to ISO policies and procedures.

• Participate in conferences, seminars, and other educational opportunities; reading professional publications; maintain and participate in professional networks to enhance your knowledge and skills.
• Participates on committees and special projects as requested.

• High School Diploma.
• Some experience/knowledge in the electrical /industrial distribution field is an asset.
• Math skills are essential (measurement conversions, pricing, etc.).
• Multi-tasking in a fast-paced environment.
• Organizational skills.

Don’t have all these qualifications? Feel free to send in your resume, we can train you on what you need to know or there might be another role that fits better.

• Major medical & dental coverage for yourself and your dependents (flex plan options available)
• Employee Assistance Program
• Pension plan with contribution matching
• Training, development and career growth opportunities
• Tuition re‑imbursement program
• Promote from within culture
• A diverse and inclusive workplace
• Caring and nurturing environment

* Flexible interview options are available!