Sales Associate

The Aaron's Company, Inc.; Hamilton; On-site; CAD 25,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

On Demand Pay

Career advancement

Paid time off

Medical insurance

401(k) Plan

Employee Assistance Program

Purchase program

Job summary

Aaron’s is hiring a Sales Associate to join our Canadian team. You will engage directly with customers to help them find the right products, keep the showroom organized, and support clerical duties while maintaining a positive sales floor environment.

You’ll work varied hours with incentive pay based on performance and a broad benefits package, including health coverage, retirement options, and employee programs. Training and safety are prioritized.

Qualifications

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Team player with a focus on shared goals.
• Uphold the Aaron’s Brand and protect company assets.
• The desire to make a positive difference for customers.

Responsibilities

• Help customers select their new products.
• Assist with cleaning, organizing and moving merchandise.
• Perform clerical duties, including creating and maintaining customer files.
• Maintain a positive sales floor environment.
• Assist customers and potential customers in person and on the telephone.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Team player

Education

High School diploma / GED

Job description

We are Aaron’s - an industry leader in the sales and lease-to-own retail industry known for quality brand names and superior customer service. We provide our team members the opportunity to reach their full potential in a team-oriented, high-energy, recognition-based environment with competitive pay and benefits. This is much more than a job – it is a career with purpose.

Sales Associate

The salary range for this role is $18.00 to $19.00 per hour*. This position is also eligible for incentive pay based on performance.

Aaron’s Sales Associates are a positive, energetic force on the showroom floor. You’ll drive sales by engaging directly with customers and assisting them in finding just what they need. At times, you’ll help clean, organize and even move merchandise. All of that can be physically demanding, but we’ll make sure you have the training and tools to do that part of the job safely. If you’re ready to connect with customers and work with a great team, start your bright future at Aaron’s!

What We Offer

The hourly rate and eligibility for performance-based incentive pay are just part of our total compensation package for team members. Although not an all-inclusive list, below are some of the benefits that may be important to you and your family. **

• On Demand Pay through Dayforce Wallet – request pay you’ve earned in between paydays. We’ve found this to be one of the most popular programs with our associates!
• Excellent Career Advancement Opportunities
• Paid time off, including vacation, sick and holidays.
• Sunday off plus one day off during the week. All locations are open six (6) days per week.
• Medical, dental and vision insurance – Select the plan that best suits you and your family.
• Health Savings Account and Flexible Spending Accounts
• 401(k) Plan with contribution matching.
• Employee Assistance Program - Free access to mental health resources, life coaching and more for you and your covered family members.
• Employee Purchase Program

Skills For Success

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Team player with a focus on shared goals.
• Uphold the Aaron’s Brand and protect company assets.
• The desire to make a positive difference for customers.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

• Help customers select their new products.
• Assist with cleaning, organizing and moving merchandise.
• Perform clerical duties, including creating and maintaining customer files.
• Maintain a positive sales floor environment.
• Assist customers and potential customers in person and on the telephone.

Required Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Able to work a schedule of hours varying from 9:00 am to 8:00 pm.
• Able to lift up to 50 lbs. on your own and up to 300 lbs. assisted with appropriate equipment and/or another associate.

Preferred Qualifications

• High School diploma, GED or equivalent.
• High energy with the ability to effectively perform all functions of the store.
• Proper telephone etiquette.
• Maintain a professional appearance.
• Note that the pay range provided above is the lowest to highest rate we, in good faith, believe we would pay for this role at the time of this posting. We may ultimately pay more or less than the posted range, and the range may be modified in the future. An employee’s pay position within the salary range will be based on several factors, including, but not limited to, relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, geographic location, performance, shift, travel requirements, sales or revenue-based metrics, any collective bargaining agreements, and business or organizational needs. No amount of pay is considered to be wages or compensation until such amount is earned, vested and determinable. The amount and availability of any bonus, commission or any other form of compensation that is allocable to a particular employee remains in the Company’s sole discretion unless and until paid, and may be modified at the Company’s sole discretion, consistent with the law.
• Benefits vary based on full-time and part-time employment status.

Total Rewards

Benefits

• Paid time off including vacation days, sick days and holidays
• Team Member purchase discounts

Note that the pay range provided above is the lowest to highest rate we in good faith believe we would pay for this role at the time of this posting. We may ultimately pay more or less than the posted range, and the range may be modified in the future. An employee’s pay position within the salary range will be based on several factors including, but not limited to, relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, geographic location, performance, shift, travel requirements, sales or revenue-based metrics, any collective bargaining agreements, and business or organizational needs.

About Aaron’s

At Aaron’s we offer sales and lease-to-ownership of specialty items including furniture, consumer electronics, home appliances, and accessories throughout Canada and the United States. Our customers shop at Aaron’s for the same reason you should choose us for the next step in your career – our ability to positively influence people’s lives. If you are looking for a company with the passion and dedication to make a difference in the lives of customers and team members alike, join us today.

Aaron’s is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive work environment where team members’ differences are celebrated. All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment without regard to age, ancestry, colour, race, citizenship, ethnic origin, place of origin, creed, disability, family status, marital status, gender identity, gender expression, sex (including pregnancy and breastfeeding), sexual orientation or any other ground protected under applicable human rights legislation. Candidates who require accommodation during the recruitment process should contact [e-mail].

Aaron’s is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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