Bookseller: Connect Customers with Their Next Great Read

Books-A-Million, Inc.; Merrillville (IN); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Health, dental and vision

401(k) plan with match

Paid time off

Employee discounts

Employee assistance program

Job summary

Books-A-Million, Inc. is seeking an enthusiastic Bookseller in Merrillville, Indiana. This hourly position involves helping customers on the sales floor and at the register, guiding them to great reads, and contributing to a welcoming store environment.

You’ll work closely with fellow associates and store leadership in a fast-paced, customer-facing setting. You’ll engage customers, highlight book recommendations, and ensure smooth transactions while maintaining store standards and merchandising

Qualifications

• Must be 16 years of age or older.
• Successful completion of all required background screenings.
• A genuine love of books and customer service.
• Strong communication and connection with customers and teammates.
• Ability to balance multiple priorities in a fast-paced retail environment.

Responsibilities

• Welcome customers with warmth and help them discover books and products; ensure quick, accurate checkout.
• Drive sales by recommending books and programs that add value to the customer experience.
• Create inviting displays and keep shelves neat, restock, and maintain store cleanliness.
• Process transactions with honesty and integrity while following loss prevention standards.
• Be flexible to cover shifts, assist across departments, and support inventory and merchandising tasks.

Skills

Love of books

Communication skills

Ownership mindset

Retail experience

Tech with registers

Job description

Books-A-Million, Inc. is seeking an enthusiastic Bookseller in Merrillville, Indiana. This hourly position involves helping customers on the sales floor and at the register, guiding them to great reads, and contributing to a welcoming store environment.

You’ll work closely with fellow associates and store leadership in a fast-paced, customer-facing setting. You’ll engage customers, highlight book recommendations, and ensure smooth transactions while maintaining store standards and merchandising