Counter Sales Associate

Counter Sales Associate

Location: Lima, OH - Retail shop

We're looking for a Counter Sales Associate to join our team in a role that balances high-energy customer interaction with meaningful operational support. If you enjoy solving problems and building relationships in a dynamic, industrial environment, we want to meet you!

A Counter Sales Associate will partner with our customers to provide industrial, medical, and specialty gases, welding equipment, and other essential supplies. You will serve as a trusted guide, advising customers on the tools, hardware, and materials needed to successfully complete their projects. By demonstrating equipment use and sharing insights on product quality, you help our customers pioneer new solutions in their own work.

Required Qualifications:

• HS Diploma or equivalent required.
• Minimum of 1+ years of experience in a retail or customer service environment, with exposure to industrial sales or a related field considered a plus.
• Forklift experience required, and full training will be provided upon hire.
• Must be able to operate in a drug-free workplace.
• Capable of moving items up to 50 pounds regularly, using material handling equipment or assistance as needed.
• Excellent customer service skills and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced setting.
• Comfortable using basic math and computer tools, including POS systems (training provided).
• Experience in industrial retail, inside sales, or inventory control is a plus.
• Attention to detail in handling transactions.
• Availability for occasional overtime when the team needs extra support.

Preferred Qualifications:

• A background in gas, welding, or safety supplies is a wonderful asset.
• Familiarity with SAP, Google, or MS Office Applications.
• A valid driver's license is helpful for this role.
• A detailed understanding of SAP and PROS functionalities.
• The ability to communicate clearly and warmly with a wide variety of people from different backgrounds.

At Airgas, we are committed to building a workplace that embraces the diversity of our employees, our customers, patients, community stakeholders and cultures across the world.

We welcome and consider applications from all qualified applicants, regardless of their race, gender, sexual orientation, religion, disability or any other protected characteristic. We strongly believe a diverse organization opens up opportunities for people to express their talent, both individually and collectively and it helps foster our ability to innovate by living our fundamentals, acting for our success and creating an engaging environment in a changing world.