Customer-First Retail Associate | Part-Time

Runnings; City of Lockport (NY); On-site; USD 23,419 - 24,796; Part time

Job summary

Runnings is seeking a part-time Sales Associate in Lockport, NY. This role involves assisting customers, providing excellent customer service, handling transactions, and maintaining store merchandise. Candidates should have a high school diploma or GED, with a preference for those with retail experience and mechanical aptitude. The position requires frequent lifting up to 50 pounds and standing for long periods. A range of $17.00 - $18.00 per hour is offered based on experience.

Qualifications

• Must assist customers throughout the retail store.
• Ability to physically lift up to 50 pounds.
• Experience in retail environment preferred.

Responsibilities

• Greet customers as they shop in the retail store.
• Stock and face merchandise on shelves as needed.
• Handle customer transactions utilizing cash register.

Skills

Customer service

Cash handling

Mechanical aptitude

Education

High School Diploma or GED preferred

Tools

Cash register-scanner

Computer software and network

Job description

Job Category: Retail Sales

Requisition Number: SALES006402

• Posted : April 29, 2026
• Closed : July 8, 2026
• Part-Time

Locations

Showing 1 location

Lockport #45
5789 S. Transit Rd
Lockport, NY 14094, USA

Description

The Sales Associate is responsible to assist customers throughout the retail store. The primary function of the Sales Associate is to provide excellent customer service. This may include greeting customers in the store, cashier responsibilities, answering product related questions, product assembly, general housekeeping, and other duties as assigned by manager. Mechanical aptitude on small engines & equipment is preferred.

Pay Range: $16.00 - $18.00 Depending on Experience

ORGANIZATIONAL RELATIONSHIPS

• The Sales Associate reports directly to the Store Manager.
• The Sales Associate has no direct supervisory authority.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Greet customers as they shop in the retail store, assisting with customer service questions.
• Price store merchandise and make price changes as requested by store management.
• Stock and face merchandise on shelves as requested by store management.
• Assist in receiving freight and organize incoming products as directed by store management.
• Responsible for assisting in cycle counts.
• Answer incoming telephone calls and handle appropriately.
• Handle customer transactions utilizing KCX cash register system.
• Responsible for accurate cash handling.

OTHER DUTIES

• Other duties as assigned

MENTAL AND PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Frequent lifting up to 50 pounds
• Long periods of standing
• Frequent bending and twisting

EDUCATION, TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE

• High School Diploma or GED preferred

WORKING ENVIRONMENT AND CONDITIONS

• Retail store environment
• Cold and warm conditions

EQUIPMENT AND TOOLS

Computer Calculator Cash register-scanner

Telephone Fax Copy machine

Computer Software and network

The specific statements shown in each section of this description are not intended to be all-inclusive. They represent typical elements and criteria considered necessary to perform the job successfully. The company recognizes that an individual with a disability may require an accommodation to enable him/her to successfully perform a job function. Consideration will be given to reasonable accommodations.

Qualifications

Behaviors

Preferred

Enthusiastic

: Shows intense and eager enjoyment and interest

Dedicated

Dedicated

: Devoted to a task or purpose with loyalty or integrity

Team Player

Team Player

: Works well as a member of a group

Motivations

Preferred

Self-Starter

: Inspired to perform without outside help

Equal Opportunity Employer
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