Job Description:

Description

GMS is the leading North American distributor of gypsum wallboard, acoustical ceiling products, and other specialty building materials. Founded in 1971, GMS now operates a network of more than 250 distribution centers nationwide. For more information about GMS, visit www.gms.comor any one of our subsidiary company websites.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Ensure over the phone, face to face and written communication with customers represents the company's culture, values and practices

• Greet customers warmly and determine problems, orders or other reason for calling

• Take orders at the sales counter and over the phone


• Complete sales orders and tender cash sales


• Ability to use company computer system to enter orders


• Develop product knowledge to assist customers with purchases


• Building relationships with customers

• Ensure showroom is clean and properly stocked

• Emphasize product/service features and benefits, quote prices, discuss credit terms, and prepare sales order forms and/or reports

• Ability to ascertain when to pass on a customer's questions to appropriate sales staff for additional product and sales information

QUALIFICATIONS:

Education/Licensing/Experience Requirements:

• High school diploma or GED required


• Two (2) or four (4) year degree preferred

Other Competencies:

• Ability to self-manage, show initiative and be proactive


• Be comfortable meeting the public


• Communicate professionally, both verbally and in writing, to coworkers, customers, and vendors


• Must be a team player, demonstrate attention to detail and have good organizational skills


• Exceptional computer skills


• Bilingual a plus: English and Spanish

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

• Must be able to remain in a stationary position 50% of shift


• Occasionally, will move about inside the office to access files, office machinery, etc.


• Must be able to operate basic office machinery


• Constantly working in an office environment

MENTAL DEMANDS:

• Must be able to problem solve and prioritize tasks


• Must be able to manage stress depending on tasks


• Must be able to multitask


• Must be able to receive and analyze information


• Must be able to quickly communicate solutions if problems occur


• Must be able to demonstrate a high degree of sound judgement

COMPANY BENEFITS:

• 401k retirement plan


• Paid holidays and vacation days

This job description is subject to change at any time.

Launch your career with a national building materials distributor and discover opportunities for growth and advancement. Our people have the independence and authority to make a difference. We invest in relationships, and every person is important. Our highest priority is serving others. We passionately pursue a safe work environment along with a relentless focus on operational excellence. We believe you can never go wrong doing the right thing.

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