Sales Specialist in San Jose, California at Garden Supply Hardscapes an Outdoor Living Supply company

If you enjoy working with people, take pride in doing things right the first time, and want to be part of a team that values hard work and accountability, this is a role where you can build real skills and make an impact every day.

As a Sales Specialist, you’ll be the face of our business. You’ll work directly with customers, handle transactions accurately, and help ensure every customer leaves with a positive experience. This is a hands-on role that blends customer service, sales, and operational responsibility—ideal for someone who likes staying busy and being part of a team that gets things done.

• Greet customers and provide fast, friendly, and knowledgeable service
• Accurately process purchases, returns, and exchanges
• Handle cash, credit, and debit transactions with attention to detail
• Balance and maintain your cash drawer
• Answer product questions and guide customers to the right solutions
• Build relationships with customers and support ongoing sales efforts
• Reach out to existing and potential customers to grow business
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment
• Assist customers both in-store and in the yard as needed
• Follow all safety, security, and cash-handling procedures
• Use systems like NetSuite to support sales and operations

• High school diploma or equivalent
• At least 1 year of retail, cashier, or customer-facing experience preferred
• Strong customer service mindset with a willingness to learn
• Basic math and computer skills
• Comfortable working with POS systems and inventory processes
• Clear communication and solid interpersonal skills
• Dependable, punctual, and ready to work scheduled shifts
• Ability to work both indoors and outdoors in varying conditions
• Spanish-speaking candidates strongly preferred
• Forklift or equipment experience is a plus (but not required)
• Must be 18 years of age or older

You show up ready to work, treat people with respect, and take ownership of your responsibilities. You’re someone who values teamwork, stays positive under pressure, and takes pride in doing things the right way.

We operate with FORTITUDE:
Fun, Optimism, Respect, Teamwork, Integrity, Trust, Unity, Drive, and Empowerment—and we expect every team member to carry those values forward.

• Regular standing, walking, and customer interaction
• Occasional desk work and computer use
• Ability to lift up to 15 lbs
• Work takes place both indoors and outdoors, including yard and warehouse areas

This is a full-time position (40 hours/week). Hours may vary seasonally and can include weekends and occasional overtime based on business needs.