Boating Retail Sales Associate | Customer-Centric Expert

West Marine; Key West (FL); On-site; USD 31,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/dental/vision

401k

Paid time off

Job summary

West Marine in Key West is seeking a Sales Associate to deliver outstanding customer service, understand shopper needs, and guide purchases. You will assist with transactions, maintain attractive displays, and keep the store tidy to ensure a positive boating‑focused shopping experience.

Strong communication and POS skills, ability to work nights/weekends/holidays, and a team‑oriented approach are essential. Benefits include medical/dental/vision, 401k, and paid time off.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Previous boating and/or retail experience preferred.
• Strong communication and sales skills.
• Ability to learn and use POS systems efficiently.

Responsibilities

• Greet customers and understand their needs to drive sales.
• Provide product knowledge and suggestive selling.
• Process transactions accurately and handle returns.
• Maintain pricing, displays, and store cleanliness.
• Assist with inventory, stocking, and order pickup options.
• Support security and loss prevention and complete SOPs.

Skills

Customer service

Sales experience

Cash handling

Merchandising

POS systems

Communication

Education

High school diploma

Tools

POS systems

Job description

West Marine in Key West is seeking a Sales Associate to deliver outstanding customer service, understand shopper needs, and guide purchases. You will assist with transactions, maintain attractive displays, and keep the store tidy to ensure a positive boating‑focused shopping experience.

Strong communication and POS skills, ability to work nights/weekends/holidays, and a team‑oriented approach are essential. Benefits include medical/dental/vision, 401k, and paid time off.