Retail Associate

Job Summary: 

A retail sales associate is responsible for all sales activities and sales associate job duties, from greeting customers, answering questions, offering assistance and providing product information. Individual responsibilities may include demonstrating outstanding customer service and selling skills, keeping the sales floor stocked with merchandise, assisting in display of merchandise or organizing the sales floor and stock areas.

A retail sales associate must process payments by totaling purchases; processing checks, cash and credit cards. Maintains a professional attitude with sincerity and enthusiasm reflecting the store's commitment to our customer. Develops product knowledge and pricing through awareness of new and incoming merchandise.

Duties and Responsibilities (Essential Functions): 

• Basic understanding of sales principles and customer service practices.
• Solid communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to read, write and effectively communicate with customers, peers and management.
• Ability to multi-task, while being attentive to customers and remaining flexible to the needs of the business.
• Ability to work productively as outlined by store management.
• Ability to work as part of a team and take initiative independent of direct supervision.
• Physical demands: This position involves constant moving, talking, hearing, reaching, and standing during scheduled shift. May occasionally involve stooping, and kneeling.
• Able to perform general janitorial duties during and after shift which consists of sweeping, mopping, dusting, scrubbing and organizing various work areas.
• Enthusiastic, friendly and energetic with a genuine desire to provide outstanding service.

This description is not all encompassing and may require additional activities.

Qualifications & Skills: 

• Ability to perform basic math, writing and reading tasks without supervision.
• Must be able to read, write, and understand English

Experience/Qualifications:

• Previous retail experiences are a plus.

MUST BE AVAILABLE TO WORK WEEKENDS!!