Associate

Books A Million; Madison (AL); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Health, dental, and vision coverage

Life insurance and disability coverage

401(k) with company match

Generous paid time off

Employee discounts on books and more

Employee assistance program

Job summary

Books A Million in Madison, AL is seeking a 2nd & Charles Associate for a part-time role dedicated to exceptional customer service and product knowledge. You will greet customers, assist with questions and orders, and perform efficient cashiering while supporting merchandising and promotional programs.

Responsibilities include stocking, resetting displays, and maintaining a clean sales floor. The position emphasizes loss prevention, teamwork, and delivering a high-quality shopping experience for

Qualifications

• Must be 16 years or older and pass background screenings.
• Customer service orientation and reliability required.
• Retail and merchandising basics helpful.

Responsibilities

• Greet and assist customers; provide questions and order help; operate cash register.
• Sell products and participate in promotions and educator programs.
• Restock and organize merchandise, maintain displays per guidelines.
• Follow loss prevention standards and support store housekeeping and tasks.

Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Self-Management

Communication Skills

Education

16 years of age or older

Successful completion of background screenings

Tools

Cash register skills

Computer skills

Job description

US:AL:Madison | Retail | ACTIVE PART TIME

Description

Job Description

Reporting to the General Manager, the 2 nd & 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 include 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

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.