Campus Retail Associate (Seasonal)

Barnes & Noble Education, Inc.; South Bend (IN); On-site; USD 25,000 - 35,000; Part time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dynamic Campus Retail Associate to join their vibrant team. In this role, you will provide exceptional customer service and support store operations to ensure optimal performance. Your responsibilities will include processing sales transactions, maintaining a welcoming atmosphere, and keeping the store organized. This position offers flexible scheduling and the chance to gain valuable experience in a fast-paced environment. If you are enthusiastic about engaging with customers and contributing to a positive retail experience, this opportunity is perfect for you!

Benefits

Flexible Scheduling

Sick time accrual

Generous employee discount

Management Development Program Opportunities

Daily Pay earned wage access

401k eligibility

Commuter Benefits

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years old to apply.
• Comfortable engaging with customers and delivering excellent service.

Responsibilities

• Assist with processing sales transactions and ensure accurate transactions.
• Maintain a friendly atmosphere and support store operations.

Skills

Customer Service

Basic Math Skills

Keyboarding

Data Entry

Teamwork

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Introduction

Our campus stores serve as a vibrant hub of college life and learning. We believe in creating retail and learning experiences that engage students, support faculty, and build alumni loyalty. Together, our teams and stores work to elevate lives through education.

Overview

You can enhance your success by joining our dynamic team today! As a Campus Retail Associate, you will provide superior customer service to our customers and support store leaders in all facets of retail operations to ensure the store is operating at optimal performance.

Perks

• Flexible Scheduling
• Sick time accrual from date of hire
• Generous employee discount – including course materials & textbooks
• Management Development Program Opportunities
• The opportunity to add valuable, transferrable experience and skills to your resume

Responsibilities

Expectations:

• Assist with processing sales transactions involving cash, credit, or financial aid payments.
• Provide a friendly atmosphere by greeting customers and focusing on their positive experience throughout their visit.
• Take initiative to support store operations including operating equipment and cash register while ensuring speed of service and accurate transactions.
• Keep the store looking fresh by shelving, arranging, cleaning, and organizing products or space within the store.
• Seasonal positions require work during peak periods (i.e. semester starts and ends), occasional weekends, and flexibility in scheduling to work periodically during the school year.

Physical Demands:

• Frequent movement within the store to access various departments, areas, and/or products.
• Ability to stand in a stationary position for extended periods.
• Frequent lifting.
• Occasional reaching, stooping, kneeling, crouching, and climbing ladders.

Benefits

• Get paid sooner! Daily Pay earned wage access is available to all store employees.
• Employee Discount.
• Paid sick time (accrued based on time worked).
• Eligibility to participate in a 401k (after the completion of 1000 hours worked in a 12 month period).
• Commuter Benefits.

Covid-19 Considerations

Our stores comply with all applicable federal, state, and local requirements and/or recommendations regarding social distancing and sanitizing. In accordance with individual campus requirements, positions may require confirmation of vaccination. The use of face masks throughout the day and while on campus may also be expected or required.

Qualifications

• Candidates must be a minimum of 18 years of age to be considered for employment.
• Confident and comfortable engaging customers to deliver an elevated experience.
• An outstanding attitude with the willingness to learn and the capability to excel in a fast-paced, team environment.
• Basic math, keyboarding, and data entry skills.
• Flexible availability throughout the academic year including peak periods.

EEO Statement

Barnes & Noble College is an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer committed to diversity in the workplace. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or protected veteran status.