What are the responsibilities and job description for the RETAIL SALES REPRESENTATIVE - ANIMAL HEALTH INTERNATIONAL position at Patterson?
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500 sign on bonus!
Animal Health International
Full-time, Monday thru Friday
Job Summary
As a Retail Sales Representative (RSR), for Animal Health International, you will assist retail customers and sell animal vaccines, prescription medications, and animal health supplies / merchandise from either the store or showroom. You will provide continuous communication with outside salespeople, operations and pharmacy, and will customer keys orders into SAP. Knowledge of animal health products is important as this position will require upselling skills when necessary.
Essential Functions
To perform this job successfully, an employee must be able to perform each essential function satisfactorily, with or without reasonable accommodation. To request a reasonable accommodation, notify Human Resources or the manager who oversees the position.
Retail Customer Support :
Provide impeccable customer service and sales support via phone or walk-in customers; respond to customer queries, answer questions and solve problems in a timely fashion.
Complete walk-in sales orders from start to finish; accurately key and pull products.
Establish a positive working rapport with new and repeat customers.
Accurately process customer transactions in order entry system such as submitting invoices for payment, orders, quotes, returns, etc.
Gain understanding of and adhere to Accounts Receivables policies and practices.
Maintain accurate customer records and interactions, facility records, and regulatory filings, ensuring branch level compliance in accordance with Federal, State, and Local guidelines.
Manage Retail Area :
Maintain an inviting retail area by keeping a clean, fully stocked area. Rotate inventory as needed, and display seasonal and promotional products / programs as needed.
Perform quarterly cycle counts and binning of materials in retail area. Work with local Management to correct any discrepancies found.
Possess a current knowledge of company products and programs.
Balance and maintain cash tray; take deposits to the bank.
Develop strong working relationships within the location; actively communicate with sales, operations, and pharmacy as needed.
Generate reports as requested
May perform other Retail Sales Representative duties as assigned.
Job Qualifications
Required Qualifications
High School Degree, or equivalent.
At least 1 year or retail, merchandise, customer service or general office experience
Knowledge of Animal Health products
Exceptional customer service and organizational skills.
Accuracy and strong attention to detail.
Effective verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills.
General computer proficiency including knowledge of MS Office.
Valid drivers license and clean driving record
Preferred Qualifications
Bilingual (applicable in some locations)
Associate degree in Business and / or Animal Health, or equivalent combination of education and experience
Experience in animal health / agriculture; such as farm or ranch and experience working with cattle, swine, poultry, or equine
Proficiency in SAP or related ERP
Warehouse experience a plus
Working Conditions
Physical Demands
Lifting or Carrying, occasional, up to 50 pounds
Sitting or Standing, majority of work day
Reading and sight, requires frequent review of customer information
Operate a computer of other office devices
Talking and hearing, position involves frequent communication with customers, inside staff, etc, and requires ability to understand and effectively exchange accurate information
Environmental Factors
This position is in a business retail area.
What's In It For You :
We provide competitive benefits, unique incentive programs and rewards for our eligible employees :
Full Medical, Dental, and Vision benefits and an integrated Wellness Program.
401(k) Match Retirement Savings Plan.
Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP).
Paid Time Off (PTO).
Holiday Pay & Floating Holidays.
Volunteer Time Off (VTO).
Educational Assistance Program (Tuition Reimbursement).
Full Paid Parental and Adoption Leave.
LifeWorks (Employee Assistance Program).
Patterson Perks Program.
EEO Statement
As a people-first company, Patterson promotes a culture that embodies and celebrates diversity and inclusivity. We believe our employees unique experiences and differences is what strengthens us and drives our success. We consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, religion, color, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or veteran status.
We are Patterson. We welcome you.
