Part-Time Onsite Service Representative

Work Location Type : Onsite

As a leading industrial distributor with operations primarily in North America, Japan and the United Kingdom, We Keep The World Working® by serving more than 4.

5 million customers worldwide with products delivered through innovative technology and deep customer relationships. We’re dedicated to providing value for customers, fostering an engaging culture for team members and driving strong financial results.

Our welcoming workplace enables you to learn, grow and make a difference by keeping businesses running and their people safe.

As a Great Place to Work-Certified™ company, we’re looking for passionate people to join our team as we continue leading the industry over our next 100 years.

Please note : this is a Part-Time position with a minimum of 24 hours per week. Based on customer locations, we are looking for candidates based in the Trail / Castlegar area.

The Onsite Service Representative’s (OSR) main function is to support Grainger’s strategic vision to be Our Customers’ First Choice by providing the best service each and every time to customers in helping them manage their inventory and operations.

Main Duties and Responsibilities

Customer Service / Inventory Management

• Services multiple customer locations on a designated route by providing the following services :
• Receive and stock purchased product in designated customer locations.
• Ensures proper product stocking levels at customer locations by scanning orders as inventory is depleted.
• Oversee customer inventory locations by ensuring proper labeling and quantities on hand are accurate.
• Resolve customer problems promptly and accurately in a manner that will retain and promote customer loyalty in accordance with Grainger policy and procedure.
• Comply with the safety and inspection requirements of both Grainger and the facility where the service is being provided.
• Meet defined KPI’s for the position.

Account growth

Help generate new orders by engaging with customer to identify additional product needs (e.g., seeks and captures spot buy opportunities while on site, looks for additional opportunities to add items to program)

Cross-functional partnerships

• Execute onsite service component of account strategy as defined by cross-functional business partners.
• Work with sales partners to improve customer experience and increase business.

Required Experience and Qualifications

• High school diploma and 1-3 years’ experience in customer service / selling (i.e., Retail / telephone / warehouse) environment.
• Self-motivated, with high energy and dedication to customer service and sales growth.
• Must be comfortable on daily use of technology.
• Ability to effectively collaborate with tact and diplomacy with internal and external customers and cross-functional partners.
• Demonstrated ability to apply strong judgment, independent problem-solving skills, and understanding of Grainger’s Core Value Proposition.
• Handle various technical and operational issues.
• Operate in a rapidly changing environment.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Background checks and drug screening may be required (as warranted by Company or customer requirements in working on-site and / or operating equipment).
• Must possess and maintain a valid driver’s license in province of residence.
• May be required to use a personal vehicle for transportation with valid insurance which meet’s Grainger’s standards.

Other Work Requirements

Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.

Works on-site at customers’ facilities. Personal protective equipment is often required.

This position is hourly and will pay between $ 25.00 - $ 28.00. This role is bonus eligible.

The position may require you to attend at our customers’ sites. Some customers may have alcohol and drug screening policies for on-site contractors and vendors.

You may be required to submit to such customer screening procedures as and when requested as a condition of being permitted on such sites.

This role may require you to adhere to safety requirements in accordance with applicable health and safety legislation, as it relates to wearing personal protective equipment (PPE) on certain customer sites.

This may include : a hard hat; steel-toed safety boots, clean shaven or trimmed moustache / beard in order to wear a close-fitted N95 mask or other required PPE.

Details of these requirements will be provided during the recruitment process.

Rewards and Benefits :

Our programs provide choice and flexibility to meet your individual needs. Check out some of the benefits available to you with Grainger (may vary based on hours worked) :

• Medical, dental, vision and prescription drug coverage
• Paid time off (PTO) and up to 12 company holidays per year (dependent on home province)
• Life insurance coverage, including spousal and dependent life insurance.
• Employee Family Assistance Program to help team members with physical, emotional, mental, financial and other concerns
• Registered Retirement Savings Plan & Defined Contribution Pension Plan to help you save for your financial future
• Educational & Professional Membership Fee Assistance program
• Employee discounts, team member perks and more!

DEI Statement

We encourage you to apply even if your experience doesn't perfectly match this job post as you may still be the right candidate for this role or others.

We aspire to create a culture where everyone is comfortable being who they are, can learn and grow to realize their full potential, and is recognized and rewarded for their impact.

Pre-employment background checks are required for all external candidates. Internal candidates undergo a background check when they move from a non-driving role to a driving role.

Grainger is an Equal Opportunity Workplace. All qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, or disability.

Accommodations are available on request.