Erie County Retail - Sales Associate

goodwillready; Erie (Erie County); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible hours

Part-time schedule

Retail experience builder

Mission-driven workplace

Job summary

Goodwill is hiring a part-time Sales Associate in Erie County, PA. Join a mission-driven team that helps turn donations into community opportunities, and thrive in a fast-paced retail environment.

You’ll deliver outstanding customer service, handle transactions, stock and merchandise, and support store operations while working flexible evenings and weekends.

Qualifications

• Customer-focused attitude with strong people skills.
• Clear verbal and written communication.
• Basic computer and digital skills.
• Reliable, team-oriented, and adaptable.
• Willingness to work flexible hours including evenings and weekends.
• Alignment with Goodwill’s mission and values.

Responsibilities

• Deliver outstanding customer service and create a positive shopping experience.
• Operate cash register and handle transactions according to company policy.
• Stock, rotate, and merchandise products using the One Touch Method.
• Assist with loss prevention and store safety practices.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe sales floor.
• Complete opening, shift, and closing checklists.
• Load and unload merchandise as needed.
• Support overall store operations and team goals.

Skills

Customer-focused

People skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Digital literacy

Team orientation

Reliability

Adaptability

Flexible schedule

Job description

Sales Associate – Join a Team That Makes a Difference!

Looking for a job where your work truly matters? Join Goodwill serving Northeast Ohio and Northwest Pennsylvania and help turn donations into opportunities that change lives.

We’re hiring Sales Associates for our Erie County, PA locations! If you enjoy helping customers, working in a fast-paced retail environment, and being part of a team that makes a positive community impact, we want to meet you.

• Part-time schedule
• Flexible hours (evenings & weekends)
• Retail experience builder
• Mission-driven workplace

What You’ll Do

• Deliver outstanding customer service and create a positive shopping experience
• Operate cash register and handle transactions according to company policy
• Stock, rotate, and merchandise products using the One Touch Method
• Assist with loss prevention and store safety practices
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe sales floor
• Complete opening, shift, and closing checklists
• Load and unload merchandise as needed
• Support overall store operations and team goals

What We’re Looking For

• Customer-focused attitude with strong people skills
• Clear verbal and written communication skills
• Basic computer and digital skills
• Reliable, team-oriented, and adaptable
• Willingness to work flexible hours including evenings and weekends
• Alignment with Goodwill’s mission and values

Work Environment

• Retail setting with climate-controlled environment
• Fast-paced work with occasional short deadlines
• Exposure to dust, lint, and donated goods materials
• Occasional outdoor work and nontraditional hours (nights/weekends)

Why Goodwill?

Every purchase supports programs that provide job training and opportunities in our community. Your work helps turn donations into life-changing impact.