Full-Time

Full Time – Outlet Customer Service Associate

Day

Posted on 11/18/2024

Lowe's

Lowe's

10,001+ employees

Industrial & Manufacturing
Consumer Goods

Entry

Greenville, SC, USA

Category
Customer Experience
Customer Support
Customer Success & Support
Required Skills
Inventory Management
Customer Service
Requirements
  • Customer service skills
  • Ability to assist customers in locating and selecting merchandise
  • Knowledge of Lowe’s Outlet programs and products
  • Ability to operate store equipment (e.g., Zebra phone, telephone, paging system, iPhone, copiers, fax machines, computers, CCTV surveillance system, pallet jacks, electric lifts, compacter baler)
  • Understanding of safety requirements relevant to job duties
  • Ability to process sales transactions using point-of-sale terminals
  • Knowledge of Pro Loyalty, Pro Credit, MSH, Volume Savings and Pro Delivery programs
Responsibilities
  • Provides SMART customer service at all times through the daily execution of Lowe's Outlets
  • Seeks out customers to understand his/her needs and assists in locating, demonstrating, selecting, carrying, and/or loading merchandise
  • Listens to and responds knowledgeably and promptly to customer and employee questions by taking them to areas of the store and walking them through projects when necessary
  • Demonstrates sincere appreciation to customers
  • Communicates information to customers regarding all stock, special order merchandise, feature benefits, application, and warranty information related to Lowe’s Outlet programs
  • Provides prompt support to all checkout functions, call buttons, departmental pages, or requests for assistance
  • Writes customer contracts and invoices for equipment rental
  • Cross-functionally trains in other areas of the Outlet to help deliver the best customer service
  • Generates leads for Project Specialist Exterior (PSE) programs by actively engaging customers in their project needs
  • Uses store systems to prioritize loads, print pricing labels, and to look up items or item numbers for price and inventory information
  • Down stocks merchandise by looking for empty areas on shelves and replenishing supplies
  • Prepares merchandise in department of responsibility based on customer requirements/specifications
  • Monitors merchandise entering and leaving the store entrances and exits and assists customers or associates who trigger the alarm
  • Detects common signs of shoplifting, theft, and other security risks, and promptly communicates them to management and/or Asset Protection
  • Ensures compliance with housekeeping standards and programs (e.g., Zone Recovery) to maintain cleanliness and organization of store and working areas
  • Maintains a safe and secure work environment, which may include conducting daily safety reviews, noting hazards, keeping aisles clear, and securing doors and gates
  • Adheres to all safety requirements relevant to one’s regular job duties: top stock safety, reinstalling safety cables, use of aisle blockers, a tether line on power equipment, spotters, and safety devices
  • Operates store equipment as needed depending on one specific role and department
  • Provides exceptional customer service by applying SEEK – LEARN – BUILD to all customer interactions
  • Assists Pro customers to find product by walking the customer to the correct aisle and bay
  • Assists Pro customers with loading product in the aisle and then into their vehicles to provide a faster 'in and out' shopping experience
  • Uses the SMART phone and sales terminal to enroll customers into beneficial programs
  • Helps customers have a positive shopping experience by neatly displaying up-to-date and accurate pricing and signage
  • Delivers excellent customer service during the checkout process by ensuring the customer is satisfied and encouraged to come back to Lowe’s Outlets
  • Completes freight and merchandising fulfillments, physically moves stock as it is delivered, schedules shipments when necessary, and checks the quality and accuracy of orders
  • Processes returns to the Distribution Centers and appropriately disposes/returns items
  • Coordinates and supports deliveries from beginning to end, serving as the expert for answering questions and solving problems related to deliveries
  • Inspects merchandise prior to loading and delivery, prepares merchandise and loads for delivery, supports planned delivery routes, verifies invoices against items loaded, and assists with product connections or returns
  • Inspects and cleans interior areas (e.g., bathrooms, breakrooms, hallways) as well as exterior areas (e.g., parking lots) (as needed)
  • Keeps staff and customers safe by walking the store to check for leaks, spills, and unsafe displays, fixes equipment and facilities, and performs preventative maintenance

Company Stage

IPO

Total Funding

$136.1M

Headquarters

Mooresville, North Carolina

Founded

N/A

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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • Lowe's significant 135% increase in e-commerce sales indicates strong growth potential in the digital retail space.
  • The 'Season of Savings' initiative could drive increased customer engagement and sales during key shopping periods.
  • Opening new fulfillment centers and distribution hubs positions Lowe's to efficiently meet rising online demand and improve delivery times.

What critics are saying

  • The reliance on an old housing stock for growth may be vulnerable to fluctuations in the real estate market.
  • Intense competition from Home Depot and other retailers could pressure Lowe's to continuously innovate and maintain competitive pricing.

What makes Lowe's unique

  • Lowe's is leveraging its extensive physical presence with new tool rental departments and in-store kiosks, setting it apart from purely online competitors.
  • The company's strategic sponsorship at New York Fashion Week highlights its innovative approach to brand positioning in the home improvement sector.
  • Lowe's focus on expanding its logistics and fulfillment infrastructure demonstrates a commitment to enhancing e-commerce capabilities, unlike some competitors who may not prioritize this integration.

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