Now Hiring - Gross Electric Inc - Lighting Showroom Sales Representative (4 Yrs Retail Sales Exp ) in Toledo, OH

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We are seeking a customer-focused and results-driven Showroom Sales Representative to join our team. The ideal candidate will have a passion for home decor, a strong retail sales background, and excellent customer service skills. You will be responsible for assisting customers in-store, driving sales, and providing expert advice on our decorative lighting and hardware products. This position is paid an hourly rate plus commission. Schedule will vary Monday through Saturday. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES: * Assist walk-in customers in selecting lighting and hardware solutions that meet their design and functionality needs. * Provide product demonstrations and recommendations based on customer preferences and design trends. * Develop and maintain relationships with homeowners, interior designers, builders and contractors to drive repeat business. * Educate customers on product features, benefits, and installation techniques. * Meet and exceed sales targets and performance metrics. * Process transactions accurately and efficiently using the point-of-sale system. * Handle customer inquiries, follow-ups, and resolve any issues professionally. ADDITIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES: * Maintain store displays, ensuring an organized and visually appealing retail environment. * Maintain superior product knowledge through self-study, online courses and vendor training, keep current with industry trends. * Participate in relevant training to keep current with opportunities to grow and excel within the role.. * Work respectfully with the Gross Electric team in a positive environment. * All other duties and responsibilities as assigned. EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE: * High school diploma /GED with a minimum of four (4) years professional sales experience. * Proven retail sales experience in decorative lighting, hardware, or home improvement products. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES: * Ability to work flexible hours, including Saturdays. * Self-motivated with results-driven mindset. * Unit of measurement knowledge and ability to convert watts to lumens. * Excellent communication, customer service, and interpersonal skills. * Excellent active listening skills. * Ability to build effective relationships based on trust, respect and collaboration with all levels and functions of an organization. * Ability to provide a positive and professional image of the company to customers, vendors and co-workers. * Ability to possess a genuine desire to provide outstanding service by being enthusiastic, friendly and energetic. * Ability to anticipate customers' needs and respond with a sense of urgency. * Ability to operate or to quickly learn computer systems and applications. * Ability to work well in a team environment, collaborate on projects and work independently. GROSS ELECTRIC VALUES: Acts as a role model and consistently embody the Gross Electric values: * Customer-Focused - Provide an experience that inspires our customers to refer us. * Integrity & Honesty - Act with integrity, honesty, and ethically in all communications and interactions. * Respect of Others - Treat everyone with respect in all communications and interactions. * Strive for Excellence - Strive to consistently achieve excellence in all we do. * Foster Teamwork - Have a team and family spirit, work collaboratively and be accountable to one another, the company and the community. * Embrace Change/Adaptability - Seek new opportunities and respond positively to change. Job Type: Full-time Pay: $16.50 - $17.50 per hour Benefits: * 401(k) * 401(k) matching * Dental insurance * Employee assistance program * Employee discount * Flexible spending account * Health insurance * Health savings account * Life insurance * Paid time off * Paid training * Parental leave * Referral program * Vision insurance Compensation Package: * Commission pay Schedule: * 8 hour shift * Day shift * Monday to Friday * Rotating weekends Experience: * Retail sales: 4 years (Required) Ability to Commute: * Toledo, OH 43615 (Required) Work Location: In person