Appliances Sales Specialist

The Appliance Sales Specialist is focused on assisting customers, assessing customer needs, and guiding customer decisions to build customer relationships. The Sales Specialist - Appliances provides the highest level of customer service to customers with expert advice and detailed information required to close the sale. For this position you will receive a base salary of (starting at) $37,440.00 plus commission following a probationary period. Founded in 1882, J.D. Irving, Limited (JDI) operates in Eastern Canada (New-Brunswick, Nova Scotia, Prince Edward Island, Québec, Ontario, Newfoundland and Labrador), as well as in USA. We are a team of 20,000 dedicated employees. At J.D. Irving, Limited, you are part of a dynamic team of professionals who lead with integrity and are passionate about delivering results. With a culture that nurtures talent and creates an inclusive workplace, you can grow your career across our various operating divisions. We are committed to creating accessible environments for our colleagues, candidates, and customers. Requests for accommodation due to a disability (which may be visible or invisible, temporary, or permanent) can be made at any stage of application and employment. We encourage candidates to make their accommodation needs known so that we can provide equitable opportunities. Worried you do not meet all the requirements? Studies have shown that many applicants apply only to job opportunities when they feel they meet 100% of the criteria. We promote an inclusive environment where everyone is appreciated, recognized, and empowered to contribute fully. If you are interested in this position but are worried you did not meet all the requirements, we would encourage you to still apply. Our recruitment advisors and hiring teams will utilize human screening combined with AI technology to help identify the skills and qualities that matter most to our business, while safeguarding your privacy and using AI responsibly. We appreciate your interest in our company however only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. Kent is the largest retail building supply chain in Atlantic Canada. With 48 locations and an ecommerce website, our mission is to be the best source of home improvement products through superior customer service and know-how, quality products, and everyday great prices. We protect our customers and staff by hiring and training associates committed to our safety values. We employ over 3,700 people and work hard to increase our market share through strategic investment in training and technology. We focus on the development of our people and promote a culture of continuous improvement and innovation. In addition to our retail stores, we operate truss manufacturing facilities and a wholesale drywall company. We are a member of Independent Lumber Dealers Co-operative and the ARENA buying group which ensures our great product selection and pricing

The Appliance Sales Specialist is responsible for assisting customers, assessing their needs, and providing expert advice to facilitate sales. They must build strong customer relationships while maintaining the highest level of service.

Candidates must have proven experience in a fast-paced retail sales environment and possess exceptional customer service skills. The role requires the ability to work a flexible schedule, including evenings and weekends, and the successful completion of a background check.

• Time managementPreferred
• Customer servicePreferred
• SalesPreferred
• CommunicationPreferred

Identified from the job description. Confirm important requirements above.

• Customer service
• Sales
• Relationship building
• Product knowledge
• Closing sales
• Retail sales
• Communication
• Time management
• Client Needs Assessment
• Appliance Sales
• Workplace Inclusivity
• Supply Chain
• Drywall (Installation And Repair)
• Artificial Intelligence
• Customer Service
• Continuous Improvement Process
• Cooperation
• Customer Relationship Building
• Innovation
• Market Share
• Wholesaling

• Retail
• Sales
• Customer Service & Support
• Appliances Specialty Sales Specialist
• Sales Representative (General)
• Commercial Sales Representatives
• Sales Representatives of Services, Except Advertising, Insurance, Financial Services, and Travel

Minimum experience

0+ years

Posting language

English

Working hours

40 hours per week