Sales Associate
Listed on 2026-09-13
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Sales
Sales Associate/Assistant, Retail Sales
QXO is a leading distributor and installer of building products serving an $800 billion market. The company’s mission is to modernize the building products industry through advanced technology and a best-in-class customer experience. QXO is North America’s largest distributor and installer of insulation, the second-largest distributor of roofing products, the second-largest publicly traded distributor of lumber and building materials, and the largest distributor of waterproofing products.
The company is targeting $50 billion in annual revenue within the decade through accretive acquisitions and organic growth. For more information, visit
The Sales Associate is responsible for providing exceptional customer service while supporting daily sales and branch operations. This role assists customers with product selection, quotations, order entry, and order fulfillment while serving as the primary point of contact for walk-in and call-in customers. Working closely with outside sales, warehouse, and operations teams, the Sales Associate helps ensure a seamless customer experience from initial inquiry through delivery or pickup.
The ideal candidate is customer-focused, organized, and enjoys building relationships in a fast-paced building materials environment.
- Greet customers and provide professional, knowledgeable service at the sales counter
- Assist customers with product selection, pricing, and recommendations for building materials and related products
- Answer incoming phone calls and respond to customer inquiries in a timely manner
- Develop customer quotes and convert opportunities into sales
- Build and maintain positive relationships with customers through outstanding service and product knowledge
- Enter customer orders accurately into company systems
- Process sales orders, quotations, returns, exchanges, and credits as needed
- Coordinate will-call orders, deliveries, and customer pickups
- Verify product availability and communicate lead times or delivery schedules
- Ensure all sales documentation is accurate and complete
- Maintain organized customer, sales, and office records
- Coordinate with warehouse, yard, shipping, and delivery teams to ensure timely order fulfillment
- Support Outside Sales Representatives by assisting with customer accounts and sales activities
- Help maintain accurate customer records and sales documentation
- Participate in inventory counts and support inventory accuracy initiatives
- Assist in maintaining an organized, clean, and professional showroom and sales counter
- Provide general administrative and office support to branch personnel as needed
- Assist Accounting personnel with basic administrative and documentation tasks as needed
- Utilize Microsoft Office and company systems to support daily branch operations
- Develop and maintain knowledge of company products, services, and industry trends
- Recommend solutions that meet customer project needs and budget requirements
- Resolve customer concerns by coordinating with internal departments and management
- Promote company programs, services, and value-added offerings
- Work closely with branch personnel to support daily operational goals
- Participate in training and continuous improvement initiatives
- Perform additional duties as assigned
- Strong customer service and relationship-building skills
- Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities
- Strong organizational and time-management skills
- Attention to detail and commitment to accuracy
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
- Positive attitude and strong work ethic
- Basic computer proficiency and data entry skills
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Experienc…
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