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Counter Salesperson

Job in Kingston, Ontario, Canada
Listing for: EMCO Corporation
Full Time position
Listed on 2026-06-23
Job specializations:
  • Sales
    Sales Representative, Inside Sales, Business Development, Retail Sales
Salary/Wage Range or Industry Benchmark: 50000 - 55000 CAD Yearly CAD 50000.00 55000.00 YEAR
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Compensation: CAD 50,000 - CAD 55,000 - yearly

Company Description
With over 115 years of experience, EMCO Corporation is a leading national wholesale distributor of plumbing, HVAC, waterworks, and industrial products to the construction industry. We provide quality and cutting-edge products that help support residential, commercial and infrastructure initiatives across Canada.

At EMCO Corporation, we are committed to providing sustainable solutions to our customers and communities in which we live and serve. Our talented and passionate team members are the key to our success. We empower our team members to act like owners and make a difference within our business through striving for innovation and providing excellence in customer service.

We offer a fun, fast-paced and dynamic workplace. We work as a team, share core values, and support each other’s growth and development. As our teammate, you will have the opportunity to continually develop your skills through ongoing training, have the opportunity to be innovative and try new things, and work alongside passionate colleagues with diverse backgrounds and experiences. We are a team of enthusiastic individuals who are dedicated to meeting and exceeding the needs of the customers we serve.

Why Join Our Team?

EMCO Corporation is one of Canada’s largest integrated wholesale distributors of plumbing, HVAC, waterworks, and industrial products for the construction industry. We have endless opportunities for you to grow and develop in your career and a culture that prides itself in supporting you every step of the way!

In addition, we will offer you:

Great mentors and on-the-job training

Growth potential with competitive salary, benefits, and profit sharing

A career with a solid, stable company with strong core values

Participation in our pension plan with employer contributions

Work-life balance and flex time

Job Description
As a Counter Salesperson, you will provide sales support to walk-in customers who come to our Profit Centre counters. You will provide the highest level of customer service by maintaining, stocking, and keeping a clean counter sales area. In addition, you will provide support to customers by answering questions, picking, and entering orders and following up on any backorders. Support will also be provided to the Inside Sales and Outside Sales functions.

Additional duties will include:

Assist customers who purchase material at the Profit Centre counters

Research product for customers and provide recommendations on our assortment of product

Drive sales growth through ownership of counter merchandising, product promotion, and generate leads for the Outside Account Manager while networking with customers at the counter

Enter, pick, and pack sales orders generated at the counter

Maintain and clean the counter area including any merchandising displays

Inform the buyer when stocks levels are low

Assist with picking orders, when necessary, in the warehouse

Help with Shipping and Receiving, when required

Follow up on backorders with vendors and provide customers accurate delivery dates

Process returns and warranty claims to customers both on account and cash sales including paperwork in compliance with all procedures

Navigate and find a solution for customer concerns and complaints

Perform other tasks as requested by the Profit Centre Manager

Qualifications

Grade 12 diploma or equivalent;
College and/or University degree an asset

A minimum of 2 years of experience with customer service or counter sales

Outstanding customer service and verbal communication skills

Excellent relationship building skills with customers, vendors, and teammates

Ability to learn and operate the applicable software system used to process orders

Experience working in a fast-paced environment

Intermediate math skills with a strong attention to detail

Ability to learn how to operate material handling equipment

Possess a strong work ethic and a high standard of integrity

Ability to work well independently and in a team setting

Preferred

Skills:

Previous experience with or knowledge of plumbing and building products sold at the Profit Centre

Ability to use the Internet as a resource to problem solve and find alternative solutions for customers

Experience using Trend, Eclipse, Word, Excel, and Outlook

Additional Information
Salary Range: $50,000 - $55,000

EMCO is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to maintaining a discrimination, harassment, and barrier free workplace where all employees can contribute to their fullest potential. EMCO is committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion in our workplaces. All employment decisions are based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications, without regard to race, colour, creed, place of origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, religion, family or parental status, or any other characteristic protected by the law.

We welcome applications from all minority group members, women, Aboriginal persons, persons with…
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