Fastenal Sales Associate Full-Time

Oakland, CA
United States

Fastenal

10000+ employees

Some might say it has a screw loose, but things are really pretty snug at Fastenal. The company operates about 2,500 stores in all 50 US states as well as in Canada, Mexico, Central America, Asia, and Europe. Its stores stock about 690,000 products in about a dozen categories, including threaded fasteners (such as screws, nuts, and bolts). Other sales come from fluid-transfer parts for hydraulic and pneumatic power; janitorial, electrical, and welding supplies; material handling items; metal-cutting tool blades; and power tools. Its customers are typically construction, manufacturing, and other industrial professionals. Fastenal Company was founded by chairman Bob Kierlin in 1967 and went public in 1987.

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Sales Associate
Full-Time Position Available Monday-Friday 8am-5pm
6603 San Leandro St., Oakland, CA 94621

The Fastenal Company would like to invite ambitious, hard-working individuals to apply for the position of Full-Time Sales Associate. Applicants should be able to bring new ideas and improvements to business practices, work well both independently and as part of a team, and show respect to co-workers, customers, vendors, and visitors in the workplace while demonstrating Fastenal's core values of Ambition, Innovation, Integrity, and Teamwork.

ABOUT US:
Since 1967 Fastenal has grown from a single store to nearly 2,700 locations, each providing tailored local inventory and personal service for our customers. As we've expanded across the world, we've retained a core belief in people and their ability to accomplish remarkable things - if given the opportunity. From this philosophy stems an entrepreneurial culture that challenges every employee to run their own business, create their own success, and advance to become company leaders.

As a growth company with a solid financial position, that typically doubles in size every four to five years, we are committed to training, promoting from within, and creating opportunities for our employees. If you have an entrepreneurial spirit and are looking to make your mark as part of an elite growth company, you won't find a better fit than Fastenal.

OVERVIEW:
Working as Full-Time Sales Associate, you will have the opportunity to balance formal training with real-world experience running a store and working with customers. It's a great way to learn the ropes of our fast-paced industry and potentially transition into an Outside Sales position. Fastenal Company is currently seeking candidates for a Sales Associate position at our store located at 6603 San Leandro St., Oakland, CA 94621.

TRAINING PROGRAM:
The training experience includes hands-on, on-line, and classroom training offered through our corporate university. The training program for current employees who are promoted into these positions will vary based on prior experience with the company.

RESPONSIBILITIES:
The duties and responsibilities of this position include, but are not limited to:
o Assisting with sales and customer service
o Managing inventory
o Placing and fulfilling orders
o Performing local sales calls and deliveries with a company vehicle

REQUIRED POSITION QUALIFICATIONS:
The following skills and qualifications are required for this position:
o 18 years of age or over
o A valid driver's license and the ability to meet our driving record requirements
o Possess or are working towards an Associate's Degree in Business/Marketing OR have equivalent industry experience and knowledge of the local market
o Strong computer skills and math aptitude
o A strong aptitude for sales and desire to earn commission after the training period
o Excellent written and oral communication skills
o Customer-service oriented
o Ability to lift, slide and lower packages that typically weigh 25lbs-50lbs and may weigh up to 75lbs
o Ability to pass the required drug screen (applicable in the US, Puerto Rico, and Guam ONLY).

FULL-TIME BENEFITS:
Fastenal offers a competitive benefits package to all full-time employees. This package includes Health, Life, Long Term Disability, and Dental Insurance, in addition to, paid vacation, sick leave, holidays, and 401(k) with a profit sharing contribution.

To Apply, please click on the link below.

Job Link: https://careers.fastenal.com/application/270891

Please respond by 01-13-2017.
Equal Opportunity Employer-Minorities/Females/Veterans/Disabled/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity
Fastenal is Dedicated to Employment Equity

Work location: Oakland, CA

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