2143 Associate

Books A Million; Matthews (NC); On-site; USD 24,000 - 32,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Health, dental, and vision coverage

401(k) with company match

Paid time off

Employee discounts

Employee assistance program

Job summary

2nd & Charles in Matthews, NC is seeking a customer-focused associate to deliver outstanding service and assist customers with questions and purchases. You will handle cashiering, merchandise placement, and store upkeep in a fast-paced bookstore environment.

Key duties include greeting customers, promoting programs, stocking shelves, and supporting team efforts to provide an exceptional shopping experience. Prior retail or bookstore experience is a plus.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Greet customers and provide exceptional service; assist with questions and orders; efficient cashiering.
• Sell products and participate in store programs (Magazine, Text 2 Mobile, Educator programs).
• Stock and merchandise products on the sales floor per guidelines.
• Maintain store cleanliness and reset displays as needed.
• Adhere to loss prevention standards and integrity in transactions.
• Support other departments as needed (receiving, inventory, fixtures).

Skills

Cashier skills

Customer service

Sales experience

Education

Age 16+

Background checks cleared

Tools

Point of Sale (POS) systems

Job description

Job Description

Reporting to the General Manager, the 2nd& Charles Associate 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.

Job Description

Reporting to the General Manager, the 2nd& Charles Associate 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, offer point of sale initiatives including Magazine program, Text 2 Mobile Program, Educator programs, and other company-sponsored programs.
• 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 resetting table and shelf displays, picking up items, shelving books and product, store housekeeping/cleaning tasks as required.
• Protects company assets by adhering to all loss prevention standards and acting with integrity in all transactions.
• Performs other duties as assigned including, but not limited to assisting in other departments, including but not limited to buyback, receiving shipments, small fixture assembly and maintenance, assisting with inventory, and restroom cleanliness.

Core Competencies

• Interpersonal Skills
• Self-Management
• Communication Skills

Qualifications And Education Requirements

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

Preferred Skills

• Computer skills and cash register skills
• Previous retail sales experience

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 2nd and Charles, 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 2nd and Charles, 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.