Join the Acme Tools Team as a Sales Associate in Cedar Rapids, IA!
Do you consider yourself a problem-solver who enjoys helping people figure out their shiny new toys (our tools and equipment!)? Do you like the challenge of sales and don’t take “no” for an answer? Do you enjoy having evenings, most weekends, and holidays off? Would you like to join a stable and growing family-owned local company? If so, get ready to do your best work with Acme Tools.
Schedule: Full-time hours (40 hours/week) during our hours of operation, including a rotating Saturday shift.
Why Work at Acme Tools?
At Acme Tools, we believe in rewarding our team for their hard work and dedication. In this role, you'll enjoy a competitive starting wage along with a comprehensive benefits package, including:
- 6 Paid Holidays
- Generous PTO Starting from Day 1
- Employee Discounts
- Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance Options
- Traditional and Roth 401K Plans with Company Matching
- 100% Company Paid Group Life Insurance
- Flexible Spending Accounts for Medical and Dependent Care
- 100% Company Paid Short and Long-term Disability Coverage
- Accident, Cancer, and Critical Illness Insurance Options
- Voluntary Life Insurance
- A Supportive and Collaborative Work Environment where Your Contributions Matter
Your Role as a Sales Associate
Your day revolves around providing exceptional customer service. Responsibilities include:
- Greeting and assisting guests in a professional and courteous manner
- Identifying customers' needs and providing knowledgeable assistance to help select the correct tool or equipment
- Closing and invoicing sales and helping load products as needed
- Staying informed on all new and current products carried by Acme Tools
- Answering customers' questions over the phone and in-person, providing sales quotes for future purchases, and researching product and inventory
- Helping customers with equipment purchases with starting procedures and breaking-in periods and following up after the sale
- Maintaining a clean and organized sales floor (fronting, pricing, and stocking sales shelves for product displays and work areas, etc.)
- Participating in store events (physical inventories, sales meetings, trade shows, special sales, etc.)
- Maintaining a safe and secure work environment by adhering to and striving to improve safety standards and reporting any suspicious activity
- Completing related tasks as assigned
Qualifications
- 1+ years of customer service experience
- Strong computer skills and the ability to learn new software
- Proven communication skills
- The ability to work a rotating Saturday shift
Physical Requirements
- Lift up to 50 lbs.
- Stand and walk for the duration of your shift
- Frequently push, pull, squat, bend, and reach
About Acme Tools
For over 75 years, Acme Tools has been a trusted source for tools and equipment throughout North Dakota, Minnesota, Iowa, and online by serving contractors, woodworkers, and DIY enthusiasts top-quality tools from the best brands. As a family-owned business, we are employee-centric and growth-minded, offer a family-friendly work environment, and actively engage in our community. We are proud to offer a work environment where employees take pride in their work and can see their direct impact on the company.
Why Acme Tools?
Build your career with a company that takes pride in its customers, its products, and its people. Apply today at www.acmetools.jobs to start your rewarding career with Acme Tools!
Acme Tools is an equal opportunity employer.
Skills Required
- 1+ years of customer service experience
- Strong computer skills and ability to learn new software
- Proven communication skills
- Ability to work a rotating Saturday shift
- Lift up to 50 lbs
- Stand and walk for the duration of your shift
- Frequently push, pull, squat, bend, and reach
What We Do
In business since 1948, Acme Tools has proudly built a reputation as a leading tool and equipment distributor. And, as a family owned and operated business, we’ve separated ourselves from our competition by providing exceptional selection, competitive prices, and top-notch customer service both before and after the sale. Acme’s success is largely based on its able and dedicated work force. As a member of our organization, your contribution will play an important part in determining how successful we will be in meeting our goals. To reward the superior effort given by Acme employees, the Company makes every effort to provide a rewarding and satisfying place of employment through competitive pay and benefits, ongoing training, and the opportunity to advance.
