Lumber / Sales Estimator-Drumheller, AB-Westview Co-op

What you’ll do :

Operating in a diverse and highly competitive retail environment, the Team Member will perform their responsibilities in line with our Core Values and Brand, including but not limited to :

• Understanding and following Westview Co-op’s Health and Safety Program
• Providing Exceptional Service to our Members and Guests and living our Brand expectations through our “You’re at Home Here” motto and sharing product knowledge
• Working with outside vendors to coordinate and order special inventory
• Provide estimates for building projects and close sales
• Develop and maintain relationships with new and existing clients
• Identify and pursue sales opportunities through outside sales and site visits
• Coordinating with delivery Team and occasionally executing deliveries as required
• Providing solutions and advice pertaining to general and complex building projects
• Operating our point-of-sale terminals
• General merchandising and accurate ordering of products
• Other projects and responsibilities will be assigned.

This position is responsible for product knowledge and understanding of financial results including sales, margins, expenses, and inventory of the operations. Review financial statements and identify strengths and areas for improvement and look for new ways to increase sales and improve results. Understand and follow Westview Co-op’s Brand Image and Westview Co-op’s Policies and Procedures. Administrative duties including claims, tracking of sales, invoices and all other paperwork is done timely, accurately and meets agreed upon timelines.

Why it matters :

Our Team provides a range of products and services to support our member-owners. Through the work that we do, we help to build, fuel, feed and grow Western Canadian communities together.

Who you are :

This is a full-time position, the candidate will have the ability to work days, evenings and weekend for approximately 32-40 hours per week.

We are looking for a positive, approachable and motivated individual with a drive to learn. Previous experience with sales / estimating building materials, construction knowledge and retail experience is preferred, however we welcome candidates with a combination of relevant experience and / or education. Candidates will demonstrate the following :

A Class 5 Driver's License is required. Able to work days, evenings, weekends and attend offsite training and events.

Our Team Members receive competitive salaries, a comprehensive benefits package, and an employer-contributed pension plan with eligibility based on established criteria. We encourage our team members to take advantage of learning opportunities, to grow and develop and to foster a culture of teamwork and innovation.