For over 50 years, Cooper Electric has provided the New Jersey, New York, and Pennsylvania markets with expert electrical supply, service capabilities and customer solutions. Established in 1961, as a family-owned business, Cooper Electric grew to 12 strategically placed branches by 1998. In 1999, we joined the Sonepar USA family which is made up of the finest electrical supply distributors in the United States. To better serve our customers, today we have nearly 60 supply locations and warehouse distribution centers throughout the tri-state area, and approximately 1,000 dedicated employees. Cooper provides exceptional products and services to a variety of markets.
Cooper Electric is a proud member of the Sonepar Group, the world's largest privately held electrical distributor. Sonepar entered the US in 1998 and has continued to grow due to strategic acquisitions and organic growth. Today, Sonepar USA is represented by 14 locally managed operating companies with over 700 locations nationwide.
We are currently recruiting for a Counter Sales associate based out of our Bergenfield, NJ location. In this key and very visible role you will be responsible for growing sales by providing excellent customer service and sales support to our customer-based consisting of residential and commercial electrical contractors, lighting professionals, building maintenance managers and general contractors.
You will be involved in providing price quotations, expediting orders, driving our digital/ecommerce business, troubleshooting problems, and reviewing and editing orders. You must enjoy working in a fast-paced environment and be dedicated to providing excellent customer service support.
The successful candidate will have at least two years of experience in a sales or service environment in the electrical, distribution, building products or related industry, extensive knowledge of electrical products, and will be highly skilled in selling products, service, negotiating sales, pricing, and terms. The ability to communicate effectively and maintain strong customer service skills and inter-personal communication skills is required. A background in E-Commerce is desirable. Strong computer skills are required.
Join our team! Cooper offers a competitive salary, outstanding benefits package and the professional advantages of an environment that supports your development and recognizes your achievements.
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