Counter Sales

**Stuart Hose & Pipe**, a SunSource company, is the leading hose and pipe distributer in the Southwest with over 70,000 in-stock products. We service a vast range of markets including Oil & Gas, Petrochem, Industrial, Food & Beverage, Construction, Agriculture and many more. Our team of experts raise the bar. [](http://www.stuarthose.com/) We are currently seeking an experienced Counter Sales Associate for our Stuart Hose & Pipe – Longview branch. The successful candidate is responsible for oversight of all aspects of counter sales and warehouse operations; including inventory, product handling shipping/receiving and personnel management in a friendly, fast-paced team environment. ### Essential Functions: - Primarily responsible for processing orders received from counter customers - Assist customers with needed items, interacting extensively to clarify their needs, research and recommend parts - Utilize the ERP to determine material availability and establish lead times for customer orders - Process request for quotes/“RFQ” received from current or potential customers - Create, issue and process purchase orders and transfer orders as required to fulfill customer orders - Train/Mentor potential and new Counter Sales employees - Maintain an advanced knowledge of the products and services offered by Stuart Hose & Pipe Co. and its supplier partners - Assist Management as needed - Miscellaneous tasks assigned ### Experience, Education and Skills: - **Education:** High School Diploma or equivalent preferred. - **Industry Knowledge:** Hose and Fittings product knowledge required. Basic mathematical skills required. Ability to read a tape measure preferred. Ability to adapt to and work in a variety of situations to support the company’s goals. Must be comfortable lifting heavy items and using warehouse machinery. - **Communication:** Good communication, organizational, and time management skills. ### We offer: - Medical/ Dental/ Vision/ 401k - Paid Vacation and Holidays - Tuition reimbursement and ongoing development opportunities - A supportive, team-focused environment - Stability in a well-established company