POSITION SUMMARY: Reporting to the Retail Manager, the Customer Experience Sales Specialist (CESS) is responsible for working with the retail team to ensure successful day-to-day operations related to products and services for all new and existing customers. This role will be a combination of in-office administration and operations and yard labour. Product knowledge, accurate administration and customer service are a priority, along with open, honest and consistent communication. POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES:
Work with all areas of the business location to ensure a professional customer experience in an accurate and timely manner
Ensure that health, safety and security policies are adhered to within company policy
Location and Customer Administration, including receiving incoming inventory and ensuring all paperwork is properly tracked and processed
Follow protocol related to all out-going product orders including correct documentation
Maintenance of location to ensure the yard and equipment meets company standards
Operation of forklift for shipping/receiving products via totes and pallets
Able to knowledgeably speak about all products including protection products, fertilizer, seed, and specialty services
Help grow excising/new customers by creating call lists that encompass knowledge of on farm storage and buying patterns
Be an active part of a team that is committed to building client loyalty
Other duties as required
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:
High School graduate or equivalent
College graduate with a Major in an area of Business Administration or Agricultural Science is preferred
Previous work on-farm or in the agriculture field will be considered an asset
Basic shipping/receiving experience, including inventory tracking and entering
OTHER REQUIREMENTS:
Ability to work independently, prioritize responsibilities, exceptional communication skills
Mechanically inclined and able to diagnose and repair minor issues
Self-motivated team player with a positive attitude
Familiar with, and able to issue/review documentation with accuracy; load-out tickets, shipping/receiving paperwork, and other administrative duties as needed
Effective communicator ensuring customer needs are being met and all team members are kept updated
Proficient in the use of computers and software including Microsoft Office Suite
Familiar with The Rack as a company along with products/services available