GC Retail Sales Associate Store 124

The Guitar Center Company; Bakersfield (CA); On-site; USD 22,730 - 41,121; Part time

Job summary

A major music retailer in Bakersfield is seeking a Retail Sales Associate to engage customers and drive sales. Ideal candidates are passionate about music, have strong sales skills, and thrive in a fast-paced environment. Join us to create a vibrant musical experience for our customers while achieving sales targets. Competitive pay and commission structure available.

Qualifications

• You have a proven track record in sales.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Greet customers like VIPs and recommend appropriate instruments.
• Hit sales targets, upsell and cross-sell to maximize satisfaction.
• Stay current with product trends to aid customer decisions.
• Build relationships and become the go-to in the music community.
• Organize displays and restock shelves.
• Approach challenges with eagerness to learn.

Skills

Friendly Vibes

Music Junkie

Player’s Spirit

Problem Solver

Team Player

Sales Success

Communication Skills

Retail Resilience

Job description

Join to apply for the GC Retail Sales Associate Store 124 role at The Guitar Center Company.

Are you ready to turn your love for music into a retail experience like no other? We're on the lookout for a new member to join our team of dynamic Sales Associates!

Pay Rate

$16.50/hr - $29.85/hr plus commission depending on background and experience.

Key Qualifications

• Friendly Vibes – Your smile is your signature, and you make every customer feel like they've just joined the coolest band in town.
• Music Junkie – You live, breathe, and dream music. Whether you're jamming on your guitar or singing in the shower, your passion is contagious.
• Player’s Spirit – You've got the competitive edge, a goal-driven mindset, and you're ready to hit those sales targets like a Rockstar.
• Problem Solver – When there's a musical mystery, you're the detective! Your ability to solve problems leaves customers singing your praises.
• Team Player – You know that the best performances happen when the whole band is in sync. Collaboration is your middle name.
• Sales Success – You have a proven track record in sales, and hitting targets is second nature to you.
• Communication Skills – Excellent verbal and written skills to guide customers.
• Retail Resilience – You thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic retail environment and have strong organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Customer Engagement – Greet customers like VIPs, understand their musical dreams, and recommend the perfect instruments and gear.
• Competitive Sales Mindset – Hit sales targets, upsell and cross-sell to maximize customer satisfaction.
• Product Knowledge – Stay current with product trends and features to help customers make informed decisions.
• Customer Relationship Building – Build strong relationships, follow up, and become the go-to in the local music community.
• Merchandising and Store Maintenance – Keep the store as vibrant as an album cover by organizing displays and restocking shelves.
• Student Mindset and Confidence – Approach challenges with eagerness to learn and the confidence to overcome.

EEO Statement

Guitar Center is an Equal Opportunity Employer and provides fair and equal employment opportunity to all employees and applicants regardless of race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected status prohibited under Federal, State, or local laws. All employment decisions are based on valid job-related requirements.

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