0116 Bookseller

Books A Million; Alexandria (LA); On-site; USD 17,000 - 21,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Health benefits

401(k) plan with match

Paid time off

Employee discounts

Employee assistance program

Job summary

Books-A-Million in Alexandria, LA is seeking a friendly and helpful Bookseller to deliver outstanding customer service.

You will greet customers, answer questions, handle cashiering, restock, maintain store appearance, and support merchandising and store operations every shift.

Join a team that values customer experience, teamwork, and reliability, with opportunities to grow within a retail environment. Training provided and a fun, book-loving workplace.

Qualifications

• 16 years of age or older.
• Successful completion of all required background screenings.

Responsibilities

• Provide customers with the highest level of customer service by greeting, assisting with questions and orders, and efficient cashiering.
• Promote products and participate in point of sale initiatives and membership programs.
• Balance cash drawer following each shift within policy.
• Stock and merchandise products on the sales floor according to guidelines.
• Maintain store appearance, assist with inventory, and support other departments as needed.
• Protect company assets by adhering to loss prevention standards.
• Carry out additional duties including receiving shipments and basic fixture maintenance.

Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Self-Management

Strong verbal and writtencommunication

Ability to multi-task

Previous retail sales experience

Cash register skills

Tools

Cash register system

Job description

Job Description

The Bookseller is responsible for providing exceptional customer service to all customers in a friendly and helpful manner. They should be knowledgeable about books and other merchandise in the store, proactively seek to assist customers, and provide an outstanding shopping experience.

Roles and Responsibilities

• Provides customers with the highest level of customer service by greeting each customer, communicating and assisting customers with questions and orders, and efficient cashiering.


• Sales of all products and promotion of point of sale initiatives including Membership programs, Magazine for Millionaires program, Educator programs, and other company-sponsored programs.


• Balances cash drawer following each register shift within allowable variances as identified in the Loss Prevention Policy.


• Delivers and places product on the sales floor in accordance with merchandising guidelines and timelines.


• Recovers the sales floor during each shift, including, but not limited to picking up items, shelving books and product, straightening bookshelves and tables, and store housekeeping tasks as required.


• Protects company assets by adhering to all loss prevention standards and acting with integrity in all transactions.


• Other duties as assigned including, but not limited to assisting in other departments, receiving shipments, small fixture assembly and maintenance, assisting with inventory, and restroom cleanliness.

Core Competencies

• Interpersonal Skills


• Self-Management

Qualifications And Education Requirements

• 16 years of age or older


• Successful completion of all required background screenings

Preferred Skills

• Strong verbal and written communication skills


• Ability to multi-task


• Previous retail sales experience


• Computer and cash register skills

Physical and Environmental Requirements

• Must be able to stand and walk for extended periods of time


• Must be able to use hands/arms to operate a keyboard and telephone for repetitive motion activities


• Must be able to lift or team lift objects up to 50 lbs., with or without assistance


• Must be able to communicate using speech, sight, and sound with or without an assistive device


• Must be able to stand, walk, climb, bend, stoop, or crouch while performing daily activities of the job

At Books-A-Million, we're in the business of connecting people with stories—but our story starts with our associates. We believe that when our people feel supported, valued, and cared for, they're empowered to do their best work and create exceptional experiences for our customers.

• Competitive Compensation: Competitive pay with opportunities to earn performance-based incentives that recognize your contributions.


• Health & Wellness: Medical, dental, and vision coverage, along with Healthcare and Dependent Care Spending Accounts to help you care for yourself and those who depend on you.


• Financial Protection: Life insurance and disability coverage that provide peace of mind when you need it most.


• Retirement Savings: A 401(k) plan with company matching contributions to help you invest in your future with confidence.


• Paid Time Off: Generous paid time off so you can recharge, celebrate life's moments, and maintain a healthy work-life balance.


• Employee Discounts: Special discounts on books, gifts, toys, collectibles, and more—because we believe the things you love should be a little more accessible.


• Employee Assistance Program: Confidential counseling, resources, and support for you and your family whenever life brings unexpected challenges.

Benefit availability and eligibility are based on applicable requirements, including hours worked, employment status, position, and other plan-specific eligibility criteria.

When you join Books-A-Million, you're joining more than a workplace—you're becoming part of a team that believes in supporting one another, celebrating successes, and growing together as a community. We're proud to invest in our associates because when you thrive, we all do.