Branch Associate

Locke Supply Co

Posted 3 months ago

Full Time

Wichita, Kansas

In Person

Smart Summary

Responsibilities

The Branch Associate provides excellent customer service, offers product recommendations, and manages inventory at the branch. They are also responsible for shipping, receiving, and delivering products to customers.

Qualifications

Locke Supply Company is looking for a Branch Associate with excellent customer service and communication skills. The role involves providing customer service, offering product advice, and delivering products, requiring attention to detail and mechanical aptitude. A high school diploma or equivalent and a valid driver's license are required.

Job Description

Locke Supply Company of Wichita, KS is seeking an outgoing and energetic Branch Associate to provide excellent customer service at our branch locations, offer advice and recommendations based on customer's needs, and deliver products from our branches to the customer. This position is for someone who has excellent attention to detail and is mechanically minded. If this sounds like you, and you love a fun, fast-paced environment, apply today!

We know how hard our employees work and we value their time and talents. Our Branch Associates earn a wage based on experience with monthly and yearly bonus opportunities. We also offer excellent benefits including health, dental, vision, insurance, a 401k plan, and an Employee Stock Ownership Plan for our full-time employees.

ABOUT LOCKE SUPPLY COMPANY

Locke Supply Co. is a growing, employee-owned distributor for plumbing, electrical, and HVAC parts and equipment based in Oklahoma City. The history of the company dates back to 1955, when Don and Wanda Locke opened a wholesale plumbing supply outlet in Bartlesville, OK. Locke Supply had a marketing vision of taking the merchandise to the customers' territory with exceptional customer service. It didn't take long for customers to develop a strong liking to the way the Locke Supply did business which led to the opening of a second branch in 1958. This concept has allowed Locke Supply to grow in areas never before considered. Today, there are over 190 store locations in a 6-state area and a 100-acre distribution center to supply them all.
Whether you're looking for a first job or ready to build a long-term career, we can turn your dream into reality. We offer competitive wage and benefits packages, a safe work environment, ongoing training, and monthly incentives.

A DAY IN THE LIFE OF A BRANCH ASSOCIATE

As a Branch Associate, you love to learn and look forward to a new challenge as you develop hands-on-training and skills in multiple trades. Customers find you knowledgeable, friendly, and professional as you offer product recommendations and find cost-effective solutions for their needs.
You take pride in keeping our retail store clean and organized. You are meticulous about tracking inventory. In addition to filling orders and ensuring that stock is ready for reorders, you assist with shipping and receiving. Whether it be equipment, parts, or supplies, you know what, where, when, and how! You prepare and oversee jobs for the next day, ensuring that equipment and supplies are ready to be loaded into the appropriate trucks.
Our customers appreciate that they can depend on you to ensure that they have what they need when they need it. You play an important part in helping us complete jobs properly and efficiently. You love the satisfaction that you get out of keeping everything in order and enjoy learning about the various trades!

QUALIFICATIONS

Excellent communication and customer service skills
Basic computer skills
Valid driver's license and clean driving record
High school diploma or equivalent
Must be willing to pass a pre-employment physical examination
Must pass a D.O.T physical and drug test
Are you willing to learn? Do you work well independently and as part of a team? Do you have excellent attention to detail? Do you have excellent time management skills? If this sounds like you, apply today!

WORK SCHEDULE

This is a full-time position. Our hours of operation are Monday-Friday from 7:30 am to 5:00 pm and Saturday from 7:30 am to 12:00 pm. Saturday schedules can be adjusted as the Branch Managers discretion.

ARE YOU READY TO JOIN OUR TEAM?

If you feel that you meet the qualifications for our Branch Associate position and have the desire to work with the best in the business, please fill out our initial 3-minute mobile-friendly application so that we can review your information.

Locke Supply Co. is an equal opportunity employer committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce.

Locke Supply Co

The Locke Supply of Today: We are a growing Plumbing, Electrical, Heating & Cooling, employee owned distributor located in Oklahoma City, OK on a 45 acre complex supplying over 160 stores in a 5 state trade area to better serve you. Locke Supply maintains only the highest standards in quality of merchandise and people. Where We Came From: Don J. Locke (1923-2000), founder of Locke Supply Co, began work in the plumbing business in 1946 while attending the University of Oklahoma. He graduated in 1948 after serving 2 years in the U.S. Navy during World War II. Locke Supply Co. started on a shoestring in 1955 when Don and Wanda Locke opened a Wholesale Plumbing Supply outlet in Bartlesville, OK. It was a Mom and Pop operation with no additional employees. In late 1956 and early 1957 the Locke's moved their company to Oklahoma City, OK. The marketing philosophy of taking the store to the customers began to develop when the first branch opened in 1958. His customers quickly proved they liked this way of doing business and today there are over 160 store locations in a 5 state area and a 45 acre distribution center to supply them all. Don's initial vision and zeal have been the driving force behind making Locke Supply the most progressive supply house in the Southwest.
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